CRHC created the Marva Jean Jackson (MJJ) Rural Community Health Scholarships Program in 2003 to encourage rural facilities and communities to develop or support local scholarship programs. Evidence shows that one of the factors that can influence a provider’s decision to practice in a rural area is if he or she grew up in a rural area. Programs that support healthcare training and education for students from rural areas have proven to be effective tools in addressing rural workforce shortages.  Small grants that help pay for the training and/or education of a local healthcare provider are available for rural facilities or community groups. CRHC will match the support provided, two-to-one, up to $1,000 a year.

Eligibility & Application: Download Application

Only rural facilities and communities are eligible to apply, meaning facilities located outside one of Colorado’s 17 metropolitan counties. The Board of Directors will occasionally consider compelling applications from smaller, isolated communities within the larger metropolitan counties. Awards are made for one year, but applicants may reapply in subsequent years. The scholarship recipient must be either currently enrolled in classes or start training within three months of the application date. Applications are accepted year-round. For additional information or with questions please contact:

Cherith Flowerday
303.996.9698
303.832.7493
cfl@coruralhealth.org