The NKF is proud to offer the 2025 Culpepper Exum Scholarship, made possible due to the generosity of nephrology social worker, Beth Witten, in memory of her brother. This scholarship is an opportunity designed to help two deserving people on dialysis, or kidney transplant recipients, achieve their aspirations and complete their post-secondary education goals. Must be a resident of Kansas or Missouri.
The NKF is proud to offer the Culpepper Exum Scholarship. This post-secondary education scholarship is an opportunity designed to help people on dialysis or kidney transplant recipients to achieve their aspirations and complete their post-secondary education goals.
History
Nephrology social worker, Beth Witten, established the Culpepper Exum Scholarship as a memorial to her brother who had diabetes and was on dialysis prior to his death from heart disease. This scholarship is intended to help two deserving people on dialysis or transplant recipients to attend any accredited post-secondary educational or vocational program. The award is for up to $1,000 per scholarship paid directly to the institution. Two scholarships will be awarded per school year—one to a Kansas resident and one to a Missouri resident.
Applicant Qualifications
The Culpepper Exum Scholarship is available for up to $1,000 Scholarship per state (Kansas & Missouri) per year for
- Must be a resident of Kansas or Missouri
- Any person on dialysis, kidney transplant recipients, or anyone in Stages 2-5 are welcome to apply
- Not sure what stage you are in? Speak with someone on your healthcare team to learn more.
- Scholarship is available for use at any trade school, continuing education program, college/university, or career advancement program
Scholarship Value: $1,000
Awards Available: 2
Award Deadline: Register to View