2021 Kimberley Chance Atkins Foundation Scholarships

The Kimberley Chance Atkins Foundation Healthcare Scholarship was established in 2016 to recognize students who plan to pursue a career in healthcare. Kim Atkins was a beloved and respected teacher in Rockdale County for many years and was even recognized as a Teacher of the Year. During her battle with breast cancer she and her family depended on the care and compassion of many healthcare professionals.

We seek to honor Kim Atkins in her love for students and her healthcare team by awarding a $2,000 scholarship to eight deserving seniors each year. Scholarships are awarded to students from each traditional high school and career academy in Rockdale and Newton Counties.

Apply by March 12

Applicants can apply between Monday, January 11, 2021, and Friday, March 12, 2021. Final applications must be postmarked no later than Friday, March 12, 2021.



The Kimberley Chance Atkins Healthcare Scholarship Committee will select the recipients and may include a personal interview as part of the process. The recipients will be announced in April 2021 at an evening reception, at a time and date to be announced.
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Kim's Closet

Offers free wigs, scarves to cancer patients

Kim's Closet hours are Tuesdays and Thursdays - 4-7 and Wednesday - 10-1. Located at Rockdale Medical Center East Tower.

NOTICE - COVID-19 IMPACT
Kim's Closet at Piedmont Rockdale Hospital will not be opened at our scheduled times due to the coronavirus or COVID-19. A sign is posted at Kim's Closet with a phone number to schedule individual appointments. Clients will be served with their individual needs to protect our volunteers and the clients.
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The Reason KCAF Exists

Kimberley Chance Atkins actively fulfilled many roles during her short time on earth. She was a daughter, a wife, a mother, a teacher and so much more. She displayed a level of generosity, love, and dedication few people get to experience. Kim was the kind of person you wanted to be around. The Kimberley Chance Atkins Foundation started as a way to preserve our memory of Kim.
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" I will never forget the kindness she showed towards me and the effort she gave more than any teacher to just watch me succeed " - Kelly B.