Froedtert Menomonee Falls Hospital Foundation is proud to play a role in developing the next generation of health care leaders and employees through the longtime scholarship program. This spring Froedtert Menomonee Falls Hospital Foundation enthusiastically awarded $100,100 to 27 students pursuing health care and health science degrees. For nearly 54 years, Froedtert Menomonee Falls Hospital and the foundation have annually supported local students and hospital staff members studying health care related fields. Some students are at the beginning of their studies while others are advancing their knowledge and expertise in order to better perform their jobs. When the scholarship program started in 1970, scholarships were given to four recipients totaling $400. This long tradition of support has translated into $1.5 million awarded to more than 550 recipients.

All 2025 scholarship applicants will be notified in Spring 2025.


2024 Scholarship Award Winners

Ciara Ayala
Calvin Dassow
Paula Delgado
Michelle Dorow
Johannes Ferdaus
Sierra Hoefs
Mary Jane Juern
Hannah Kaker
Gabriella Keidl
Katherine McCabe
Michelle Snow
Gennesis Valle
Emma Nell
Amaia Mgee
Alexandra Ninu
Cordero McCall
Peyton Toepfer
Kaelyn Richmond
McKenna Kane
Kelci Wunschel
Isabella Prochazka
Noel Barger
Aidan Konop
Ashley Wittmann
Viviana Bojorquez
Calista Johnson
Angela Hayner

Named Scholarships

The foundation awarded 14 special scholarships to local students and staff members. These scholarships are purposeful stories of donors giving back to the hospital by investing in the future while also recognizing outstanding individuals.

Rick Binzak Community Service Scholarship 

Established in 2023 in honor of Rick Binzak’s years of service to the Board of Directors for Froedtert Menomonee Falls Hospital and Foundation, the service scholarship is awarded annually to a student who has demonstrated an exceptional commitment to community service through current and past commitments. 
Recipient: Emma Nell, nursing, Carroll University

Robert and Lydia Charlebois Scholarship

Established by Bobbie Sanders, retired director of surgery services, the scholarship honors Bobbie’s grandparents who inspired her life. Awarded annually to a current employee pursuing a career in health care.
Recipient: Amaia Magee, nursing, Marquette University

Donald & Carol Dati Family Scholarship

Established in 2023 by Gregg Dati and Janine Baudhuin in honor of their parents Donald and Carol Dati in gratitude for the care they received at the hospital. This scholarship is awarded annually to a nursing student.
Recipient: Alexandra Ninu, nursing, Marquette University

Rochell M. Davis Scholarship

Established in 2022 by Menomonee Falls residents Mark and Rochell Davis for students pursuing a career in health care whose path to higher education may be challenging and who demonstrate a strong work ethic and determination to succeed through work commitments, extra-curricular activities and community involvement.
Recipient: Cordero McCall, orthopedic surgeon, Medical College of Wisconsin

Richard J. Freiberg Memorial Scholarship

Established in 2022 by Kerry Freiberg in memory of Richard J. Freiberg, this scholarship is annually awarded to a student with outstanding academic achievement who is pursuing a degree in health care from Marquette University (Rick’s alma mater).
Recipient: Peyton Toepfer, biomedical sciences, Marquette University

Ruth and Robert Holming Memorial Scholarship

Established in 2021 by Kathleen Holming in memory of her parents who were Brookfield residents. Ruth and Robert valued education and were grateful for the care provided at Froedtert Menomonee Falls Hospital. This scholarship is annually awarded to students pursuing health care careers.
Recipient: Kaelyn Richmond, nursing, University of Wisconsin - Madison

Jackie Irwin Scholarship

Jackie was the night supervisor of patient care from 1964 to 1992. Awarded annually to a student pursuing a bachelor’s degree in nursing who shows connection to purpose, leadership and generosity
Recipient: Mckenna Kane, nursing, University of Wisconsin – Osh Kosh

Gladys Joecks Memorial Scholarship

Longtime residents of Lannon, the Joecks were grateful the hospital provided wonderful care to their families. When Gladys Joecks died, the family donated to the hospital in her honor, providing seed money for the hospital scholarship fund.
Recipient: Kelci Wunschel, nursing, Illinois State University

Komas Family Nursing Scholarship

Froedtert Health supporter Ron Komas’ wife Kathy died from cancer in 2002. He often talks about nurses as true caregivers because of their connections with patients. Awarded annually to current hospital staff members pursuing a bachelor’s degree in nursing.
Recipient: Isabella Prochazka, nursing, University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire

Medical Staff Scholarship 

The Medical Staff Scholarship was established more than 50 years ago to support and encourage students pursuing careers in the medical profession. Funded by physicians at Froedtert Menomonee Falls Hospital, this scholarship supports the future of health care in our community and the next generation of health care professionals. 
Recipients: Noel Barger, biochemistry/pre-med, University of Wisconsin - Madison; Aidan Konop, biology/pre-med, University of Wisconsin - Madison

Pamela Parker Scholarship

Pamela Parker, RN, the second employee hired prior to the hospital opening, was the visionary who assisted in expanding the hospital brick by brick. From the physical structure to the programs and services, Mrs. Parker’s leadership built a community hospital that is known for delivering exceptional care to patients. Established after her second retirement, the scholarship recognizes a nursing student with generosity of spirit and participation in community projects.
Recipient: Ashley Wittman, nursing, Maryville University

Poehl Family Scholarship

Longtime supporters of Community Memorial Hospital when it first opened in 1964, the Poehl Family created this scholarship for a staff member pursing a degree in health care.
Recipient: Viviana Bojorquez, nursing, Grand Canyon University

Dennis M. Pollard Physical Therapy Scholarship

Established in 2022 and named in honor of the former president of Community Memorial Hospital and Community Memorial Foundation and longtime Froedtert Health leader, the scholarship is awarded annually to a student pursuing a career in physical therapy.
Recipient: Calista Johnson, exercise physiology, Marquette University

Marguerite Preuss Scholarship

Established by Marguerite’s son, Kevin Preuss, MD, this scholarship encourages and provides support to a staff member wishing to advance health care career opportunities.
Recipient: Angela Hayner, pharmacy, Concordia University

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