Tarrant County Mental Health Scholarships

Scholarship Sponsored by Mental Health America of Greater Tarrant County

Tarrant County students pursuing careers in the field of mental health and wellness are awarded scholarships annually; one scholarship is awarded each semester. The following supporters have contributed to the establishment of this program that MHATC strives to carry forward with pride and intention:

The Patricia Pownder Connolly Memorial Scholarship

Rupert and Elizabeth Pownder established The Patricia Pownder Connolly Memorial Scholarship in memory of their daughter. This scholarship is designed for students pursuing a degree in the mental health field. Mental health related fields are defined as psychiatry, psychology, sociology, social work, counseling, psychiatric nursing, and rehabilitation counseling.

The Lillian Cooper Droke Memorial Scholarship

Thomas M. Droke established The Lillian Cooper Droke Memorial Scholarship in memory of his grandmother. This scholarship is awarded to a student who is enrolled in college or technical training and who has been diagnosed with a mental illness. Other students pursuing a career in the mental health field may also be considered if no eligible mental health consumer applies.

The Linda Lyons Memorial Scholarship

The Linda Lyons Memorial Scholarship Fund was established by the Mental Health America in memory of Linda Lyons, a former MHATC board member, mental health professional, and mental health advocate. This scholarship is awarded to eligible students pursuing a career in mental health.

Applications are administered and awarded each year by the Mental Health America of Greater Tarrant County and its scholarship committee.