The 8 & 40 is rooted in supporting the medical community specifically those professionals directly involved in respiratory illnesses in children.

The Eight and Forty scholarship applicant must attend an accredited school of nursing or an accredited respiratory therapist program.

The scholarship amount is determined annually and shall be administered by the college/university or therapist program financial office.

While our organization’s main mission is caring for children with lung and respiratory diseases we recognize that such specialization is not practical in today’s medical world.

However, those striving to specialize in pediatrics will be given preference.

Applications must be submitted by May 15th. Not postmarked but into National Office by that date.

When awarded, the student may draw on the account for books and lab fees as wellas tuition.

Include with the application:

• Brief essay on why you are pursuing this career and your future goals;
• Three non-relative letters of recommendations which may include clergy, charity groups, school counselors, etc.;
• Transcript of previous school grades which may be high school records if no college classes to date; and
• Proof of class registration.

Scholarship Amount: $3000 (10 awards)

Application Deadline: May 15, 2026