Bridget Hughes Lifelong Learning Scholarship
Carry Bridget Hughes' legacy forward. Your gift equips teachers with life-changing training, empowering them to unlock the God-given potential of students who struggle to learn.
About Bridget Hughes Lifelong Learner Scholarship
Bridget believed every child deserves the chance to learn.
The Bridget Hughes Lifelong Learner Scholarship continues her mission by empowering teachers through NILD’s proven training.
Your gift provides scholarships that equip educators with evidence-based strategies to unlock potential in students with learning challenges. By giving, you honor Bridget’s legacy, transform classrooms, and change countless lives for years to come.
At NILD, we believe that when educators grow, students flourish. This fund celebrates that truth—removing barriers for educators who are called to help students with learning differences reach their full potential.
Hear from Our 2024 BHLL Scholarship Recipients

Because of your generosity, Gina Hanvey and Melody Kugel completed their NILD Level II Educational Therapy training this year—taking the next step in their mission to help students with learning differences thrive.
For Gina, the experience was transformative: “NILD’s approach revitalized my instructional practice,” she shared.
It renewed her confidence and reignited her passion for helping students overcome barriers to learning.
For Melody, the scholarship meant affirmation and direction: “This scholarship was a tangible affirmation for the training path I am following.”
With renewed purpose, she continues to bring hope and skill to the students who need it most.
Together, their stories show how your gift multiplies—empowering educators, transforming classrooms, and unlocking potential in students for years to come.

