The Melone Lighthouse Nurse Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization established in August 2023 to administer a scholarship fund in honor of Debbie L. Melone, a dedicated nurse who passed away in March 2023 after 45 years of service. We are committed to supporting individuals pursuing advancement in their nursing careers through the allocation of scholarships for their MSN or doctorate-level education. The Fall 2025 academic term application process will commence in Spring 2025.

Please refer to the About Us section for more details about Debbie's story, our mission statement, and board of directors. Your support is greatly appreciated. Our goal for this year's campaign is to raise $20,000, which will enhance our scholarship program. Your donation will be vital in ensuring the success of future MSN and doctorate-level nurses.

The First Scholarship will be Awarded in 2025!

Our goal is to award the first scholarship in spring 2025 for the fall 2025 academic year to any nurse who wishes to advance their career in the nursing profession by pursuing an MSN or doctorate-level education. You will find eligibility requirements and an application in the Scholarship section.

The foundation will start accepting applications for the first scholarship, which will be awarded in spring 2025 to any registered nurse (RN) looking to further their career in the nursing profession. Please review the Scholarship tab for more information.
If you are interested in becoming a donor, there are several ways to donate:
  • Online:      Use the Donate tab
  • Mobile:      Scan the QR Code
  • Text:         MLNF to 707070
  • Send a check payable to MLNF to:
      • Melone Lighthouse Nurse Foundation
      233 Woodbridge Court
      Pittsburgh, PA 15237
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If you have questions, please use the Contact Us tab or find us on Facebook. Facebook
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Allusion Fundraiser - Basket winners

We want to thank everyone who came out to support our Allusion Fundraiser. We enjoyed meeting you.

Our basket winners were: #1 - TLC Nurse Basket - Jim M; #2 - Allusion (purple) - Jim M; #3 - Wine Basket - Jim M; #4 - Easter Basket - Scott H; #5 - Great Clips - Jessica L; #6 - Allusion (yellow) - Mary Kate W

BASKET RAFFLE at Allusion Fundraising Event

Heyl Nurses Basket.JPG Just an example of the many baskets that will be raffled off during our Charity Fundraiser for Nursing Scholarships at Allusion Brewing (Vandergrift) on Saturday, March 29th, and (Allison Park) on Sunday, March 30th. From Noon to 5 pm each day. We look forward to seeing you there.


Charity Fundraiser for Nursing Scholarships

MLNF Flyer 2a.jpg Melone Lighthouse Nurse Foundation is partnering with Allusion Brewing Company to bring you our annual fundraising event.

Allusion Brewing Company

March 29th, 2025 - Vandergrift. PA
March 30th, 2025 - Allison Park, PA

Both locations will have a special charity beer in honor of Debbie Melone. Join us at our event to help create scholarships for nurses seeking advanced nursing degrees.

Memorial Contributions
  • $100 in memory of Connie A Somplatsky from Vicki and Randy M
  • $100 in memory of Rachel Harris
  • $100 in memory of Donna Banas
  • $250 in memory of Tarsela Cecchini
  • $100 in memory of Tarsela Cecchini from Eric B.

Donations Received
  • $100 from Barry M
  • $500 from Thelma R
  • $1,000 from Vicki/Randy M
  • $1,000 from Randy M
  • $1,000 from Heyl Family Practice
  • $600 from Connor B
  • $2,410 from GPC-ANPD (multiple donors)
  • $100 from Lillian C.
  • $200 from Beth M.
  • $500 from NOTU - First Class Petty Officer Association

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