A legacy
of care,
passed forward.
The Dr. S.U. Braly Scholarship raises funds to support aspiring and current healthcare workers — carrying on the compassion of the physician who gave a lifetime to this community.
Investing in the people who care for our community.
Every scholarship gives preference to residents of Paulding County with a true passion for patient care — removing barriers for the nurses, technicians, and physicians our community will depend on tomorrow.
Honor
Keeping alive the name and example of Dr. S.U. Braly — a physician, philanthropist, and friend to Paulding County.
Educate
Funding tuition and training for students pursuing careers across the full spectrum of healthcare.
Heal
Strengthening local care by keeping skilled, compassionate caregivers rooted here at home.
A community that gives, year after year.
What began as a tribute to one beloved doctor has grown into a tradition — funded by neighbors, sponsors, and friends who believe in keeping great care close to home.
Dr. S.U. Braly — Paulding County, c. 1960s
Dr. S.U. Braly
“A giant among men — his calling for medicine and his compassion for patients defined a generation of care.”
Arriving in Paulding County in 1953, Dr. Braly became a founder of the hospital that grew into Wellstar Paulding Medical Center. Beyond medicine, he donated land for the county's first public park, pool, and library — a humanitarian whose generosity still shapes the community today.
Read his story →The Braly Scholarship Fundraiser & Award Dinner
An evening of dinner, community, and celebration — every ticket and sponsorship directly funds the next class of Braly scholars.
An Evening to Remember
- Dallas, GA · Location TBD
- Date & full program announced soon
- Dinner, awards & honoree celebration
How to apply for the scholarship.
If you're a dedicated student with a passion for healthcare and patient care, we encourage you to apply. Preference is given to residents of Paulding County.
Check eligibility
Open to aspiring and current healthcare students, with preference for Paulding County residents pursuing patient-care careers.
Prepare your application
Gather your academic records, a statement of purpose, and references that speak to your commitment to care.
Submit online
Applications are managed through the Wellstar Foundation scholarship portal each award cycle.
Moments from 2025.
Your gift becomes someone's calling.
Every dollar helps a future nurse, technician, or physician answer the call to care for our community — just as Dr. Braly did for so many years.