Christian County high school graduates pursuing careers in healthcare, agriscience, and nutrition have the opportunity to apply for several scholarships through the Taylorville Memorial Foundation.

The foundation is offering multiple awards for the 2025 academic year, including the Carolyn M. Butterfield Trust Nursing Scholarship, the John H. Butterfield Agriscience and Nutrition Scholarship, the Dr. George Ferry Memorial Scholarships, and the Katie McCarty Nursing Excellence CNA Scholarship.

The Carolyn M. Butterfield Trust Nursing Scholarship, a $1,000 award, is available to Christian County high school graduates who have completed at least one year in a nursing program at a two- or four-year college or university. Similarly, the John H. Butterfield Agriscience and Nutrition Scholarship provides $1,000 to a central Illinois graduate—priority given to Christian County residents—who has completed their first year in an agriscience or food nutrition program. Both scholarships have a March 31, 2025, application deadline.

Two $2,500 Dr. George Ferry Memorial Scholarships are available for Taylorville High School seniors who plan to study a healthcare-related field. Applications can be obtained from and submitted to the THS guidance counselor by March 31, 2025.

Additionally, the Katie McCarty Nursing Excellence CNA Scholarship supports students enrolling in a CNA program. Awards vary and can be applied toward tuition, books, or fees. Applications for this scholarship are accepted year-round.

More details, including application instructions, are available at www.memorial.health/TMF-scholarships. For further information, the Taylorville Memorial Foundation can be reached at 217-707-5250.

Established in 1995, the Taylorville Memorial Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the mission of Taylorville Memorial Hospital in building healthier communities.