Dr. Giles received an Associate of Applied Science degree in Human Services from Thomas Nelson in 2004. She has a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in social work from Christopher Newport University and Virginia Commonwealth University, respectively. She also has a...

Mr. Jonathan Romero established this scholarship in 2011. Mr. Romero graduated in May 2011 from the nursing program. Mr. Romero is active in community service and is grateful for the assistance he has received while attending TNCC. Preference will be given to...

This scholarship was established by the family of Joseph Fuentes. This scholarship recognizes Joseph John Fuentes’s public service and support for education. Joseph came to the peninsula in 1977 as a young enlistee stationed at Langley Air Force Base. While serving...

The Mary Immaculate Hospital Scholarship was established in 1994 for VPCC nursing students. Requirements Enrolled as full-time students at VPCC or have completed all nursing general education requirements; Minimum GPA of 2.5; Accepted into the VPCC Nursing Program;...

After joining the Army in 1966, Ray was stationed in Alaska where he served as a cook and perfected skills he had previously learned while cooking in a bakery at the very young age of 12 or 13. This talent served him well in his married life as he was responsible for...

Ms. Funk was one of Thomas Nelson’s strongest advocates in both the local community and at the state level. Her service on the State Board for Community Colleges and on the local Thomas Nelson Board, indicated her strong support for Virginia’s Community Colleges. Ms....

The Riverside Health Systems Scholarship – Fund provides a special opportunity for financial assistance to Virginia Peninsula nursing students. Requirements Be accepted into the nursing curriculum at VPCC; Minimum GPA of 2.5 or better; and Award recipients must agree...

Established in 1994 to assist students in the nursing program. Requirements Be enrolled at Virginia Peninsula (or have completed all General Education requirements); Must have been accepted into the Virginia Peninsula nursing program, or be enrolled in one of...

This fund was established with proceeds raised from the William and Janice Grace Scholarship Benefit Gala held on April 23, 2010. Mr. Grace served on the VPCC Educational Foundation Board of Directors in the 90’s and Mrs. Grace is an alumna of the College. Mr. Grace...

The York County Volunteer Association (YCVA) is a charitable, nonprofit organization that assists York County and Poquoson citizens who are in need. The organization provides funds to qualified individuals ̶ both recent high school graduates and adults ̶ to further...