Frick Hospital Aid Society Announces New Scholarship

To recognize the work of junior volunteers at Excela Health Frick Hospital in a meaningful way while helping these volunteers pursue higher education, the Frick Hospital Aid Society has announced a new 'Scholarship Campaign.'

'The goal of the campaign is to encourage young people to consider volunteerism within the Excela Health setting while offering an opportunity for health career exploration,' noted Ellen Katter, manager, Volunteer Services. 'It's a good way to recognize and reward individuals for their commitment to Excela Health and Frick Hospital.'

Winning the inaugural $500 scholarship was Kathryn Zaksek, 2006 Southmoreland High School graduate and daughter of Nick and Barbara Zaksek, employees of the Frick Hospital pharmacy and IV team respectively. She will attend Carlow University in the fall.

'The Frick Hospital Aid Society is pleased to sponsor the new Junior Volunteer Scholarship Program, which provides an incentive for young people to experience volunteerism and to know how important it is to help others,' said Charlotte Kwak, auxiliary president. Added Fear, 'Volunteering is a wonderful opportunity for young people to observe various health care related professions to choose a vocation. It is a steppingstone toward a career.'

Eligibility criteria for the scholarship includes a minimum of 200 hours of volunteer service to Frick Hospital, 50 hours of which were completed in the senior year of high school; a grade point average of 3.0, and proof of enrollment in an accredited institution of high learning. Three references also are required.

The Frick Hospital Aid Society, in existence since 1902, serves the hospital by raising funds for various projects, including the new scholarship program.

To learn more about volunteer opportunities at Excela Health Frick Hospital, call Volunteer Services, 724-547-1037.