Honoring Liz's Legacy
The Elizabeth “Liz” Grabato Hollis Essay Scholarship
Honoring a Life of Compassion and Service
The Elizabeth “Liz” Grabato Hollis Essay Scholarship was established in memory of Liz Hollis, a beloved member of the WOGO family whose warmth, generosity, and adventurous spirit touched everyone she met.
Liz traveled with Women Orthopaedic Global Outreach teams to Nepal, Guatemala, Tanzania, The Democratic Republic of Congo, and Cuba, supporting the mission to expand access to orthopaedic care around the world. Her kindness, enthusiasm, and dedication to helping others left a lasting mark on the communities she visited and the colleagues who worked alongside her.
To honor Liz’s legacy of compassion and global engagement, WOGO created this scholarship to inspire the next generation of medical professionals committed to service, leadership, and global health.
Scholarship Overview
The Elizabeth “Liz” Grabato Hollis Essay Scholarship awards financial support to an Allied Health professional who demonstrates a commitment to global health, service, and compassionate patient care. Qualified individuals are living or working in the State of Maryland.
The selected recipient will receive a $1000 scholarship and recognition from WOGO.
Eligibility
Applicants must:
- Be currently working in or studying for qualifications in an Allied Health field (examples: physical therapy, occupational therapy, orthopedic technician, CAN)
- Demonstrate an interest in orthopaedics, global health, or service in underserved communities
- Submit a completed essay application by the deadline
Applicants are asked to respond to the following prompt:
“Access to surgical care remains limited in many parts of the world. How can the next generation of Health care providers help expand access to safe, compassionate orthopaedic care for underserved communities?”
Essays should reflect the applicant’s personal perspective, experiences, and vision for the future of global health.
Submission Guidelines
Email your submission to: wogoscholarship@gmail.com
- Essay length: 750–1,000 words
- Format: PDF or Word document
- Include name, email, valid mailing address in the State of Maryland, accredited school, and current year of study
- Submit by: August 20, 2026
Selection Criteria
Applications will be reviewed by members of the WOGO leadership team based on:
- Thoughtfulness and originality of the essay
- Demonstrated commitment to service
- Interest in global health and orthopaedic care
- Alignment with WOGO’s mission and value
Award
The selected recipient will receive:
- A $1000 scholarship award
• Recognition through WOGO communications
• Opportunity to connect with the WOGO community
Support the Scholarship
If you would like to honor Liz’s memory and help support the next generation of health care providers committed to global health, please consider making a donation to the Elizabeth “Liz” Grabato Hollis Scholarship Fund.
Your gift will help expand opportunities for students who share Liz’s passion for helping others.
