Shorter officials say the funding will help sustain day-to-day program needs while reinforcing the school’s mission of preparing healthcare professionals through Christ-centered education. The grant was recently accepted on behalf of the nursing school by Michelle Stricklin, Chief Financial Officer and Vice President of Finance for Shorter University.

University leaders say the support will help Shorter continue equipping nursing students with the knowledge, clinical experience, and compassionate approach needed to serve patients and communities with excellence.

“We are deeply grateful for the Georgia Baptist Health Care Ministry Foundation’s continued generosity and for their investment in Shorter’s nursing program,” said Shorter University President Dr. Don Dowless. “This support strengthens our ability to prepare highly skilled, compassionate nurses who are called to serve others with both professional excellence and Christ-centered care. The impact of this grant will be felt not only in the lives of our students, but in the many communities they will go on to serve.”

The Ben and Ollie Brady School of Nursing plays a growing role in helping address regional healthcare workforce needs, especially as hospitals, clinics, and long-term care facilities continue seeking well-prepared nursing professionals. Shorter says its program emphasizes a strong academic foundation along with ethical leadership, service, and faith-based principles—elements the university believes are critical as graduates enter demanding healthcare environments.

The Georgia Baptist Health Care Ministry Foundation supports ministries and institutions advancing healthcare-related missions and Christ-centered service throughout Georgia. Shorter leaders say the continued partnership reflects a shared commitment to expanding access to well-prepared nurses and strengthening healthcare education statewide.

For more information about Shorter University and the Ben and Ollie Brady School of Nursing, visit shorter.edu.