Mary Atmar Johnson Scholarship

Giving Back To The Community

Mary Atmar Johnson was one of the community volunteers who, with members of the medical profession, wished to provide a comprehensive program providing care, comfort and support for those with life-limiting illnesses. Thanks to their grassroots efforts, in March 1985, Tidelands Community Hospice received licensure as one of the first not-for-profit hospices in South Carolina.

To honor her and our founders and to perpetuate the cycle of caring and commitment to those we serve, the Mary Atmar Johnson Scholarship was established. Each year, Tidelands Community Hospice Foundation awards four $1,000 scholarships to four recipients who are or will be pursuing a career in nursing or social work.

The 2026 Scholarship cycle will run from Monday, January 19^th through Monday, March 23rd. Scholarship information and applications will be posted at the start of the 2026 cycle.

2025 Mary Atmar Johnson Scholarship Recipients

We are pleased to announce the recipients of the 2025 Mary Atmar Johnson Scholarship. This year’s recipients were chosen by the Scholarship Committee from a group of highly qualified applicants from Georgetown, Horry and Williamsburg counties.

Zoe Tejada Calagsing, a senior at Horry County Schools Scholars Academy High School, will attend the University of South Carolina as she pursues her goal of becoming a nurse practitioner.

Cayden Shawn Graham, a senior at the Academy for Technology and Academics, will attend Horry-Georgetown Technical College, as she pursues her goal of becoming a certified registered nurse anesthetist.

Joy Isreal, a senior at Myrtle Beach High School, will attend the University of South Carolina as she pursues her goal of becoming a nurse practitioner.

Rylee Jo Koonce, a senior at North Myrtle Beach High School, will attend Clemson University, as she pursues her goal of becoming a nurse practitioner.