What they reported doing
- #1 primary $34KOUR PROGRAM WILL PROVIDE GROUP MENTORSHIP WORKSHOPS AND CONNECT ASPIRING NURSES WITH EXPERIENCED PROFESSIONALS TO PROVIDE GUIDANCE, SUPPORT, AND VALUABLE INSIGHTS. THROUGH MENTORSHIP, WE HELP FUTURE NURSES NAVIGATE THEIR CAREER PATHS, BUILD CONFIDENCE, AND DEVELOP THE SKILLS NEEDED TO THRIVE IN THE HEALTHCARE FIELD.
What they call their work
What they do
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Healthcare Education Scholarships and Fellowships 4 activities
- Awarding scholarships to nursing studentsFunds nursing students, including Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), who demonstrate academic commitment, financial need, and dedication to service, with scholarships such as the Patricia Barrett, Evelyn Henderson, and Kimberley Ennis Foundation Scholarships. The foundation awarded scholarships to at least 25 individuals, including U.S. and international students, and supports students at institutions including Stony Brook University and Pacific College of Health and Science.
- Engaging scholarship recipients in community service and leadershipRequires and supports scholarship recipients in participating in mentorship, volunteering with KEF initiatives, and engaging in community service and leadership activities to give back to the nursing and broader communities.
- Reducing financial barriers to nursing educationProvides financial support and scholarships to aspiring nursing professionals, particularly those from diverse and economically disadvantaged backgrounds, to reduce financial barriers during nursing school and support educational access in the U.S. and Jamaica.
- Supporting nursing student development at The University of the West Indies, MonaEngages directly with nursing students at The University of the West Indies, Mona in Jamaica to support their educational and professional development through scholarship and outreach initiatives.
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Charity Event Organization 1 activity
- Hosting scholarship galas, fundraising events, and community outreach programsOrganizes and hosts events including scholarship galas, launch parties, and community outreach programs to raise funds, celebrate the foundation’s mission, and support future nurses. Events include a foundation launch party in April 2025, a scholarship fundraiser in June 2025, and support for the Capitol Hill and Greater NYC Black Nurses Association Scholarship Galas in 2024.
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Nursing Professional Development 1 activity
- Providing mentorship and career development for aspiring nursesOffers group mentorship workshops that connect aspiring nurses with experienced professionals for career guidance, skill development, and ongoing support. These programs are designed to build leadership and professional capacity among nursing students from diverse communities.
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Who runs it
- JULIUS GREEN — TREASURER
- KIMBERLEY ENNIS — PRESIDENT
- RENETTA ALEXANDER — SECRETARY
Who they work with
- Capitol Hill Black Nurses Association Partner — Partnered with KEF for a scholarship gala event.
- Dr. Kimberley Ennis Partner — Founder and President of the Kimberley Ennis Foundation
- Dr. Peter Rodney Funder — Sponsored the Evelyn Henderson Scholarship.
- Fairleigh Dickinson University Partner — Awards nursing scholarships to students at the university.
- Greater NYC Black Nurses Association Partner — Partnered with KEF for a scholarship gala event.
- Julius Green Partner — Treasurer of the Kimberley Ennis Foundation
- Monroe University Partner — Provides scholarship support to nursing students.
- Pacific College of Health and Science Partner — Offers scholarships to nursing students demonstrating academic and community commitment.
- Renetta Alexander-Edmund Partner — Executive Director and Secretary of the Kimberley Ennis Foundation
- Stony Brook University Partner — Supports nursing students through scholarship awards.
- The University of the West Indies, Mona Partner — Engages with nursing students and honors legacy of nursing leadership at the institution.
- University of Buffalo School of Nursing Partner — Dr. Kimberley Ennis earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the University of Buffalo School of Nursing.
- Yale University Partner — Dr. Kimberley Ennis holds a doctorate in nursing practice from Yale University.
- kimberleyennis.org Network — Primary website and platform for engagement and information dissemination.
How they approach the work
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- Mentorship-Integrated Scholarship Modelmethodology: mentorship_integrated_scholarshipBy combining scholarships with structured mentorship and service commitments, the foundation supports individual development and workforce diversity because this integrated approach builds professional confidence, ensures accountability, and creates a ripple effect of community engagement and leadership in nursing.
- Pay-It-Forward Service Commitmentmethodology: pay_it_forward_modelBy requiring scholarship recipients to engage in mentorship, volunteering, and community service, the foundation amplifies impact over time because each supported individual becomes a contributor to the development of others, creating a self-reinforcing cycle of support and leadership in healthcare.
- Ripple Effect Theory of Changemethodology: ripple_effect_impactBy investing in individual nursing students from diverse backgrounds, the foundation generates broad community health improvements because each graduate expands access to care, promotes health equity, and inspires future professionals through leadership and service.