Student Doctor Network Launches Prehealth Scholarship Fund Campaign to Empower Future Healthcare Leaders

HUNTINGTON BEACH, OH, UNITED STATES, June 2, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Student Doctor Network (SDN) is proud to announce the launch of its inaugural Prehealth Scholarship Fund Campaign, a bold initiative to raise $100,000 and support a decade of scholarships for aspiring healthcare professionals from underserved communities. This month-long giving campaign kicks off June 1 and marks a powerful step forward in breaking down the financial barriers that often stand between talented students and their dreams of a career in healthcare.

In celebration of SDN’s 25th anniversary in 2024, the organization awarded its first-ever $2,500 scholarships to three exceptional prehealth students—Nancy Mahmoud, Gabriela Martinez, and Shivam Patel—who are deeply committed to serving communities most in need. This June, SDN is calling on its members, supporters, and the broader healthcare community to help expand this life-changing opportunity to more deserving students.

“By supporting future doctors, dentists, pharmacists, psychologists, veterinarians, and other healthcare leaders from underserved backgrounds, we are not just investing in individuals—we are investing in the health and well-being of entire communities,” said Laura Turner, Executive Director of HPSA, publisher of SDN.

Each $2,500 scholarship helps alleviate the financial burden of the application process to doctoral-level healthcare programs, empowering students to pursue their passion without being held back by cost.

How to Get Involved

Donate: Every dollar raised goes directly toward scholarships. Your contribution helps level the playing field for students from underrepresented backgrounds.

Fundraise: Join our peer-to-peer fundraising campaign (https://givebutter.com/SDNScholarship/join). Creating a fundraising page is quick and easy—and we provide ready-to-use social media content to help you spread the word.

Advocate: Share this campaign with your networks to inspire others to support the next generation of healthcare leaders.

"We’ve seen firsthand the impact that financial support can have on a student’s journey," added Emil Chuck, PhD, HPSA Director of Advising Services. "With this campaign, we’re ensuring that students like Nancy, Gabriela, and Shivam are not the exception—they’re the beginning of a movement."

Join us this June and be part of something transformative. Help us reach our $100,000 goal and empower future healthcare leaders to thrive. Together, we can create a stronger, more equitable healthcare system for all.

About Student Doctor Network

Founded in 1999, Student Doctor Network is a nonprofit educational organization dedicated to helping students become healthcare professionals. Through peer support, expert advice, and a commitment to equity and inclusion, SDN serves as a trusted resource for thousands of prehealth students across the country.

About the Health Professional Student Association (HPSA)

Since 1983, the Health Professional Student Association (HPSA) has been on a mission: closing healthcare gaps by empowering the next generation of medical professionals. This 501(c)3 nonprofit doesn't just support prehealth and health professional students—we champion those from underserved communities who are determined to bring quality healthcare back home.

Through free resources like the Student Doctor Network forums, Medical Specialty Selector, and Advice On Call service, HPSA transforms ambitious students into the healthcare heroes their communities desperately need.
To learn more or donate, visit https://givebutter.com/SDNScholarship.

Laura Turner
Health Professional Student Association
lauraturner@hpsa.org
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2025 SDN Prehealth Scholarship Awardees announcement short video