Scholarship Opportunities
Hemophilia of Indiana provides information about educational scholarships when we are made aware of them. Each scholarship provider has specific requirements, be sure to read the requirements thoroughly. Contact the funding source with any questions or concerns. Many have early deadlines, so apply as early as possible.
Career Counselors at the Innovative Hematology are available to answer any college or scholarship questions. You can contact them at 317-871-0000.
Hemophilia of Indiana Judy Moore Memorial Scholarship Program
Judy Moore joined the Indiana Hemophilia & Thrombosis Center as a social worker in 1999. She first entered the hemophilia care arena in 1990 through employment at Hemophilia of Indiana. Judy’s experience serving the bleeding disorders community spanned the HIV/AIDS epidemic, the transition to recombinant clotting factor concentrates, and most recently, healthcare reform. Judy was in inspiration to all – patients, families, friends, and coworkers. She leaves a proud legacy of care, having touched many lives during her thirteen years at the IHTC and her prior years serving the bleeding disorder community.
Scholarships will be awarded to those inflicted with a bleeding disorder, including but not limited to von Willebrand’s disease, Hemophilia A, or Hemophilia B. The scholarship will be presented to the applicant that provides the best combination of a creative and persuasive essay, excellent recommendations, and superior academic standing.
To be eligible, you must:
- Have been diagnosed with a bleeding disorder, be an Indiana resident attending a school in the United States, and meet one of the following criteria:
- Be a high school senior or graduate, or
- Have completed high school or an equivalent (i.e. general equivalency diploma [GED]), or
- Be currently accepted to or enrolled in a junior college, college (undergraduate or graduate), or vocational school
Submissions must be sent via email as document attachment or via mail. Screenshots of application WILL NOT be accepted. Applications must be typed and NOT handwritten.
Judy Moore Memorial Scholarship Application – Word Document
Judy Moore Memorial Scholarship Application – PDF
Deadline to apply is May 29, 2026. Late applications will NOT be accepted.
Please contact Scott Ehnes (sehnes@hoii.org) with any questions.
Don Tharp Memorial Scholarship
Don Tharp, President and Founder of Tharp Investments Inc. and Tharp Realty Group, was a successful entrepreneur, franchisee, and landlord for numerous businesses and properties throughout Indiana and Illinois.
Don was a wealth of knowledge to everyone he met and truly enjoyed mentoring his employees, tenants, friends, and family. He valued the relationships he built and cherished the connections he made within the real estate community.
One of Don’s greatest passions was giving back. Whether through charitable contributions, fundraising efforts, mentorship, or service, he believed strongly in supporting others and investing in his community. Don and his staff were also longtime volunteers and donors to Hemophilia of Indiana, supporting the bleeding disorders community for many years.
Don was proud to be recognized as a preferred developer for companies including CVS Pharmacy, Jiffy Lube, Advance Auto Parts, Burger King, CSL Plasma, Checkers/Rally’s, Dollar Tree/Family Dollar, and Starbucks.
Don attended Indiana Business College and believed strongly in the value of education and entrepreneurship.
This scholarship is awarded to Indiana residents diagnosed with a bleeding disorder who are pursuing higher education, including trade schools.
For the 2026-2027 academic year, Hemophilia of Indiana will award up to $5,000 in scholarships in memory of Don Tharp.
To be eligible, you must:
- Have been diagnosed with a bleeding disorder, be an Indiana resident attending a school in the United States.
Completed applications must be received via mail or sent via e-mail no later than May 29, 2026. It is the applicant’s responsibility to make sure that all original transcripts (copies will not be accepted) are postmarked by this deadline.
An application is complete when the application form (including education form), essay, completed release form, 2 personal recommendations, and all original transcript documents have been received or sent via e-mail to the program administrator no later than May 29, 2026.
2026 Don Tharp Memorial Scholarship Application – Word Document
2026 Don Tharp Memorial Scholarship Application – PDF
*HANDWRITTEN APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED*
Hemophilia of Indiana Ed Magoni Memorial Scholarship
Ed Magoni was a patient of the IHTC for 28 years. He was originally diagnosed with severe Hemophilia A in Dayton, Ohio, on his first birthday, despite having no family history. Ed was treated in Pennsylvania and New York before moving to Indiana where Dr. Shapiro and Dr. Greist and their staffs became integral parts of Ed’s care and well-being. Ed always knew he could rely on their experience and medical expertise.
Like many living with a bleeding disorder, Ed face many challenges and he met them head on. For example, his dream of becoming a professional football player was redirected to a career in sports journalism. Ed made many lasting friendships with fellow journalists as well as coaches and athletes. One of Ed’s proudest accomplishments was his work with young, aspiring journalists and many of his interns have gone on to have successful carriers.
In the same spirit, Ed would be proud to encourage and support young people living with Hemophilia today. For this reason, his family has established the Ed Magoni Memorial Scholarship.
Scholarships will be awarded to those inflicted with a bleeding disorders, including but not limited to von Willebrand’s disease, Hemophilia A, or Hemophilia B. The scholarship will be presented to the applicant that provides the best combination of a creative and persuasive essay, excellent recommendations, and superior academic standing.
For the 2026/2027 academic year, Hemophilia of Indiana will award up to $5,000 in college scholarships, including vocational schools.
To be eligible, you must:
- Have been diagnosed with a bleeding disorder, be an Indiana resident attending school in the United States
Submissions must be sent via email as document attachment or via mail. Screenshots of application WILL NOT be accepted. Applications must be typed and NOT handwritten.
2026 Ed Magoni Scholarship Application – Word Document
2026 Ed Magoni Scholarship Application – PDF
Deadline to apply is May 29, 2026. Late applications will NOT be accepted.
Please contact Scott Ehnes (sehnes@hoii.org) with any questions.
Additional scholarship opportunities:
NBDF Scholarship Opportunities
LA Kelley Communications Scholarship Links
2026/2027 B More Scholarship from Medexus – The B More Scholarship is open to anyone with a diagnosis of Hemophilia B that is pursuing a degree or certification after graduation from High School, even if they’ve been out of school for a while. Deadline is April 30, 2026.
Pfizer – 2026 Soozie Courter Scholarship – For more than 20 years, Pfizer has provided educational support to students living with hemophilia. Named in honor of a pioneer in the field of hemophilia research, the Soozie Courter Hemophilia Scholarship Program is designed to inspire students living with hemophilia to achieve their educational goals. Deadline is May 29, 2026
Hemophilia Alliance Joe Pugliese Educational Award – Click here to access scholarship application
The Hemophilia Alliance, The Alliance Pharmacy, and the Hemophilia Alliance Foundation are pleased to support the 2026-2027 Joe Pugliese Educational Award. This award is a scholarship provided annually to individuals diagnosed with an inherited bleeding or inherited thrombotic disorder who are active patients in a federally funded Hemophilia Treatment Center, in support of post-secondary educational pursuits.
The 2026-2027 education award will provide each of four recipients with $12,500 for tuition and/or any qualified educational expense to be used within one academic year of award receipt.
It is a shared goal of the Hemophilia Alliance and the Hemophilia Alliance Foundation that this scholarship program continues for many years to help support individuals with inherited bleeding or inherited thrombotic disorders throughout their education. – Deadline to apply is April 10, 2026.
