What the MOOXLI NURSE Scholarship Fund Is
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The MOOXLI scholarship fund exists so that cost does not get to be the only voice in the room when you are deciding whether to care for yourself.
Scholarships are financial support that can be applied to:
MOOXLI in-person retreat tuition
MOOXLI membership access for nurses, students, and residents
Sarah and Mark Bergakker and the wider MOOXLI community sustain the fund. Nurses, students, alumni, and supporters give because they believe that healing is not a luxury and that nurses deserve care too. Your scholarship, if you receive one, is not a handout. It is an act of shared care.
Who MOOXLI Scholarships Are For
You may be a good fit for a MOOXLI scholarship if:
You are a nurse, nursing student, or nurse anesthesia resident who is feeling stretched thin, burned out, or disconnected from yourself
You are longing for tools to handle stress, reset your nervous system, and live in a more aligned way
A MOOXLI retreat or membership feels like exactly what you need, and cost is the main barrier to stepping in
You do not need to be at rock bottom for your need to be real. You do not need the hardest story in the room. You only need to be honest about where you are and what support would make a difference.
What Scholarships Can Cover
Because each situation is a little different, scholarship awards are individualized, yet here is the general shape.
Scholarships may:
Cover a portion of retreat tuition
In some cases, cover full retreat tuition
Provide access to the MOOXLI membership when that is the most supportive next step
Scholarships typically do not cover:
Travel to and from retreat
Lodging costs
Personal spending money
If you receive an award, details about what is covered for you will be clearly explained. You will never be left guessing.
How the Application Process Works
You do not need a perfect essay or a flawless timeline to apply. You do not need to impress anyone. You simply need to tell the truth.
Here is what the process looks like:
You complete the online application. You will share a bit about your work, your life, what you are carrying, and why you feel drawn to MOOXLI right now. There are open-ended questions, not trick questions. You can answer in your own words.
A small team reads your application. Applications are handled with care and confidentiality by a small team. Your story is treated with respect, not judgment.
We match support to what you need. When scholarships are awarded, we consider both need and timing. Our goal is to connect you with the retreat or membership support that will serve you best, not to fit you into a one-size program.
You receive clear next steps. If you receive a scholarship, we will walk you through registration, deadlines, and what to expect. You will not be on your own to figure it out.
There may be more applications than available scholarships in a given season, which means we cannot say yes to everyone at once. If that happens, it is not a verdict on your worth or your need. Often, it simply means that timing and funds did not line up this round, and we will invite you to stay connected for future opportunities.
Common Worries, Gentle Answers
Most people who end up receiving a scholarship almost talk themselves out of applying. If any of these thoughts are familiar, you are not alone.
“Someone else needs it more.”There is no leaderboard for suffering. If cost is keeping you from stepping into work that you know would support your wellbeing, then you are exactly the kind of person this fund exists to help.
“My story is not hard enough.”Pain does not have to be dramatic to be real. You do not need a single defining moment. Everyday exhaustion, chronic stress, and the slow erosion of your sense of self are valid reasons to ask for support.
“I should be able to figure this out on my own.”You spend your days holding other people together. That does not mean you are meant to do your own healing in isolation. Receiving support is not a failure, it is a practice of honesty and courage.
“What if I am chosen and then I feel guilty.”It is normal to feel a mix of gratitude and discomfort when you receive a gift. Let that feeling remind you that you are worth investing in. One day, if it is available to you, you may choose to open the door for someone else. For now, it is enough to step through.
A Glimpse Of What Scholarships Make Possible
Here is what past scholarship recipients have shared about their experience with MOOXLI:
“It changed the trajectory of school. Being surrounded by strong, compassionate healthcare workers helped me heal and process.”
“I wanted to do well and stay a whole person during residency. This recharged my soul.”
“We put patients first, always. This reminded me to practice self compassion and boundaries, and that I am not alone.”
Scholarships are not just numbers on a spreadsheet. These are the moments. The shift from “I cannot keep doing this” to “Maybe there is another way.”
How To Apply
If some part of you knows that a MOOXLI retreat or membership is what you need, and cost is the thing in the way, I hope you will take the next step.
If you are interested in scholarship support for the MOOXLI membership in particular, you can use reach out directly to hello@mooxli.com and let us know that membership is your focus and we'll give you all the information you need.
You are welcome to share this page with a friend, a colleague, a student, or a resident who needs it as much as you do. Sometimes the bravest thing we can do for each other is simply say, There is support, and you do not have to do this alone.
Because healing is not a luxury. Because nurses deserve care too. Because you are allowed to receive.