Suzanne Billings was a pediatric social worker who dedicated much of her professional life to working with families of children with kidney disease. Suzanne was integral in the development of NW Kidney Kids and served as President of the Board from 2013 until her death in 2017. Suzanne radiated joy and pride in her kidney kids' accomplishments; she was a true champion for her families and is beloved and missed by all whose lives she enriched over the years.
Scholarship Details
- $2,500 award presented to one young adult each year
- Supports higher education or technical training
- Established in memory of Suzanne Billings
- Designed to promote independence and self-empowerment
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a young adult living with kidney disease
- Must be pursuing higher education or technical training
- Should demonstrate a commitment to developing skills for lifelong self-sufficiency
Application Process
- Review the full scholarship packet and application materials
- Complete all required sections of the application
- Prepare and gather any required supporting documentation
- Submit the completed application by March 1st
In the spirit of Suzanne's life work, a scholarship has been established to promote independence and self-empowerment. The purpose of this scholarship is to assist in the development of skills and knowledge to facilitate life-long self-sufficiency for a "kidney kid". These funds can be used to support the higher education or technical training of a young adult with kidney disease.
