NEW PORT RICHEY – Pasco-Hernando State College recognized HCA Florida Bayonet Point Hospital, HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital and HCA Florida Trinity Hospital for their financial contributions totaling $20,000.
The support will enable PHSC to award up to 30 annual scholarships during the 2025-26 academic year.
In 2024, HCA Florida Bayonet Point Hospital provided the matching funds for the Linking Industry to Nursing Education Fund that enabled PHSC to award the Excellence in Achievement Scholarship to 10 PHSC Nursing students during the spring 2025 term.
The hospital’s most recent gift will provide scholarships to students enrolled in a nursing program during the upcoming academic year.
“We are deeply grateful for the generous support for our healthcare students,” President Eric Hall said. “Investments in scholarships help ensure that financial barriers do not stand in the way of developing the next generation of skilled, compassionate healthcare professionals.”
HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital designated its funds toward the HCA Florida Oak Hill Hospital Medical Student Annual Scholarship, while HCA Trinity Hospital designated its funds toward the HCA Florida Trinity Hospital Scholarship, which benefits students enrolled in the nursing and allied health programs.
“We are grateful for the continued support of HCA Florida and our local hospitals,” said Lisa Richardson, vice president of advancement, innovation and strategic partnerships. “Their partnership and generosity over the years have provided financial support to countless students pursuing a career in the healthcare field.”
