Arthur & Sharon Gianelli Early Careerist ACHE Congress Scholarship
Scholarship Overview
The Foundation for Healthcare Leaders of New York (HLNY Foundation) is proud to offer the Arthur & Sharon Gianelli Early Careerist ACHE Congress Scholarship. This scholarship provides funding for one early careerist to attend the ACHE Congress on Healthcare Leadership in the following year. The awardee will also receive a mentoring session with Arthur A. Gianelli, FACHE, during the Congress.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must meet the following requirements:
Active ACHE Membership: Applicants must be active members of the Healthcare Leaders of New York (HLNY) chapter. Active membership is verified by inclusion on the HLNY membership roster provided by ACHE and participation in at least one (1) HLNY event within the past 18 months.
Early Careerist Status: Classified as an Early Careerist under ACHE's definition (under the age of 40 as of the application deadline).
Employer Support: Applicants are not eligible if their current employer covers or plans to cover registration costs associated with the ACHE Congress.
First-Time Congress Attendee: Preference will be given to applicants attending the ACHE Congress for the first time.
Community Impact: Applicants must demonstrate meaningful community service or volunteer work that reflects a commitment to the healthcare profession and local communities.
Professional References: Provide two letters of recommendation, one from a leader within your current organization and one from an industry leader familiar with your work.
Essay Requirement (Maximum 600 Words): Applicants must submit an essay describing their leadership journey, commitment to advancing healthcare leadership, and how attending the ACHE Congress and participating in the mentorship opportunity will contribute to their professional growth.
Individuals who have received any HLNY Foundation scholarship are not eligible to apply for another Foundation award until three (3) years have passed since their most recent award year.
Application Instructions
Applications are accepted starting September 18, 2026. Please complete all sections of the application form. Handwritten applications will not be accepted. Submit your completed application along with all required documents by October 26, 2026.
