The Bet Pearson Scholarship Fund

This fund was established in January 2020 by Mr. Plato Pearson, Jr. in memory of Bet Pearson, his loving wife of 71 years and mother of their four children. Bet lived a life of service to her family and community and was involved in numerous religious and civic organizations in Gastonia. The fund was created with the intent to assist those currently working in healthcare and interested in advancing their careers in nursing. Students must have experience working in a hospital, nursing home, home healthcare or hospice setting and are not eligible for financial aid. Must have a2.5 GPA or higher.