Empowering the future leaders of the wiregrass Through Education

Your Path to Academic Success Starts Here

Discover how the Southern Bone & Joint Specialists Foundation supports ambitious students by providing scholarships to help achieve their dreams. Funded by the Ronnie Randall Memorial Golf Tournament, we are committed to empowering young minds and investing in our community’s future.

The application period is open from January 1, 2025 through March 31, 2025

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QUALIFICATIONS

High School Seniors Who Qulaify

The scholarship program is open to graduating high school seniors who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership potential, and a commitment to making a difference in their communities.

Applicants must reside in one of the eligible counties in Southeast Alabama

Preference will be given to students pursuing a healthcare-related field or demonstrating financial need.

QUALIFICATIONS

Simple Steps to Your Future

Craft Your Story

Write a personal essay reflecting on:

“What is the most significant challenge facing your generation, and what solutions would you propose to address it?”

Submit Your Application

Write a personal essay reflecting on a challenge you’ve overcome or an experience that shaped your aspirations. Be honest, creative, and let your personality shine.

Southern Bone & Joint Specialists

Giving Back to The Wiregrass

At Southern Bone & Joint Specialists Foundation, we believe in giving back to the Wiregrass region by fostering opportunities for education and community development.

Through philanthropy and programs like our scholarship initiative, we aim to nurture talent, support local families, and make a lasting impact.

Scholarship Guidelines

All applicants must meet all of the guidelines and requirements to be considered for the scholarship.

Residency Requirements

Students must reside in the following counties in Alabama: Barbour, Coffee, Covington, Crenshaw, Dale, Geneva, Henry, Houston, or Pike.

Attendance Requirement

Student plans to enter college the fall semester following high school graduation with a declared major in a healthcare-related field.

GPA & Grade Requirements

All applicants must be a high school senior in the Alabama counties mentioned above and must have a minimum overall GPA of 3.0.

Eligibility Requirements

SBJS employees and families are not eligible. This includes siblings, children, stepchildren, grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

Meet the 2023

Taylor Leigh Danford

SOUTHERN BONE & JOINT SPECIALISTS FOUNDATION

SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

Applications for scholarships are now open for 2025

Scholarship awards can range from $1000 to $2500 depending on funds raised at each year’s annual event(s). This year’s scholarships will be presented at our annual banquet at Highland Oaks Golf Course Clubhouse in Dothan on Wednesday, May 15, 2025.

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Southern Bone & Joint Specialists Foundation was established by Southern Bone & Joint Specialists.

SBJS provide exceptional orthopedic care and sports medicine treatments to the Wiregrass region of Southeast Alabama.

Southern Bone & Joint Specialist supports the community with advanced medical services, ensuring access to top-tier care for athletes, active seniors, and everyone in between. Our foundation helps facilitate the health and well-being of individuals striving to stay active, pain-free, and independent.

Our Locations:

Dothan (East): 1500 Ross Clark Circle, Dothan, AL 36301
Dothan (West): 345 Healthwest Dr, Dothan, Al 36303
Enterprise: 404 North Main Street Enterprise, AL 36330
Ozark: 2126 W. Roy Parker Rd., Suite #201, Ozark, AL 36360
Eufaula: 820 W. Washington Street, Eufaula, AL 36027
Andalusia: 512 E. Three Notch Street, Andalusia, AL 36420
Thanks to Southern Bone & Joint Specialists, the Foundation ensures that residents of the Wiregrass region have access to the best orthopedic care, focused on helping individuals recover, stay active, and achieve a better quality of life. The Foundation is dedicated to providing resources for individuals who need specialized care, scholarships for medical advancement, and support for community wellness programs.