Who Can Apply:
- Selette Hulsey Pearce was an occupational therapist who devoted much of her career to working with people experiencing severe and persistent mental illness, including many years at St. Elizabeths Hospital in Washington, D.C. Her work was grounded in patience, compassion, human connection, and respect for the dignity of every person.
- The OSI Mental Health Scholarship honors her legacy by supporting future mental health professionals who share those values and are committed to caring for and advocating for others.
- This scholarship is open to students currently enrolled in a degree or professional program leading to a career in mental health, such as counseling, psychology, social work, occupational therapy, or a related mental health field, in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area.
Submission: The Pearce family believes that a meaningful career is not defined only by professional success, but by the difference we make in the lives of others. To apply, write an essay about a barrier to mental health care you hope to address through your future career. Explain how you would respond to that barrier and what meaningful progress would look like for the people or communities you hope to serve.
Deadline: January 23, 2027
Amount: $1,250
Learn More: https://bold.org/scholarships/osi-mental-health-scholarship/
