At the Dr. Ramon Tallaj Foundation, we believe in funding the vision and dreams of talented Hispanic young men and women committed to studying medicine and other healthcare-related fields in all corners of the U.S. and the world.
The Dr. Ramon Tallaj Foundation offers a variety of grants, scholarships and awards for students who have academic distinction. The Foundation is an entity who acts in a free, responsible, autonomous way; guided by ethical principles and respect for human dignity.
The Dr. Ramon Tallaj Foundation scholarship recipients reflect geographic, economic, social and cultural diversity; mirroring the intrinsic dignity of the person as fundamental human right. The dignity of an individual cannot be denied. In our foundation, we affirm the inalienable right to life, to family, to foster a social climate favorable to integral development, solidarity, and mutual appreciation.
Our grants and scholarships will benefit outstanding academic students coming from milieus that have not allowed access to the world of healthcare professionals to fulfill their social commitment.
Applications and required documentation are reviewed by the Scholarship Committee. Approval is based on sincere interest in advancing in the healthcare field with consideration given to financial need.
Once the scholarship is approved, a Scholarship Agreement is signed and returned to the Foundation by the student. A check is then mailed to the student’s office of Financial Aid for the scholarship amount to be applied to the student’s account. Applications can be downloaded CLICK HERE.
Our Mission
Inspired by the spirit of our Founder, Dr. Ramon Tallaj and his social vision of the medical profession; our mission is to work with talented young people of low socio-economic status to help train physicians, general surgeons and professionals in healthcare related fields.
The Dr. Ramon Tallaj Foundation strives to have a positive impact in the lives of outstanding individuals and the communities we serve. Learn more about how we transform healthcare through diversity, inclusion, and public engagement.
We Are Making a Difference
Dear friend,
I am honored to have a foundation named after me that has the support of generous contributors such as yourself. For the last 5 years, the mission of the Dr. Ramon Tallaj Foundation has been to ensure that the gift of an excellent medical education is a viable option for future generations. We support those students with high academic achievements and low financial resources by creating an endowment fund through fundraising programs that will focus on key educational healthcare priorities.
“We aspire to challenge students to enhance their academic success.”
Dr. Ramon Tallaj
Testimonials
See what scholars and graduates are saying about us
Michelle Beltrán Berbere
“The Dr. Ramon Tallaj Foundation has had a great impact on my life. It gave me the opportunity to study medicine. It has given me the hope of making my dreams come true... This help was the calm in the storm that has been my life. God does not forget his children and has used the Dr. Ramon Tallaj Foundation as an instrument.”
Emmanuel De Jesús Hidalgo
“I always aspired to study at a university like PUCMM, for its excellent academic quality, but it was expensive. I am grateful to God, to my parents and especially to the Dr. Ramón Tallaj Foundation for agreeing to be a crucial part of my professional training.”
María Rosa Rodríguez
“Thanks to the foundation, I realized that my education and the service I will soon be able to offer to others are key to success and happiness.”
Ericka Lantigua Gabriel
“I am very happy to express my sincere gratitude to the Dr. Ramón Tallaj Foundation. My commitment is to make the most of the help that the Dr. Ramón Tallaj Foundation provides me, to become a productive and profitable entity, which means an improvement in the professional field on which my career is based.”
Pámely Paula María
“Thank you for giving me the opportunity to fulfill my dream of studying the career I always wanted, and which will also drive me to be an instrument for the improvement of the world. The Dr. Ramón Tallaj Foundation has been, for me and for my family, a sign that God does not abandon his children.”
Yomari Araujo Santos
“I sent an application form to the Dr. Ramon Tallaj Foundation. A few months later they called me and told me that I had been awarded the scholarship. I was so happy... I couldn't believe it, but yes, it was true! I thank God for having given me that opportunity and, of course, I also thank the foundation for the great help it has given me.”
Isabella Hernández Mena
“I thank God for this wonderful gift of putting the Dominican Foundation Dr. Ramón Tallaj on my path. I am fulfilling my dreams of being a university student and studying what I have always wanted, so that in the future I can help society with their mental health.”
Alissa Margarita Cuevas López
I want to thank the Dr. Ramon Tallaj Foundation for the opportunity to receive the scholarship that allowed me to complete my degree. It provided me with the motivation and support needed to pursue my academic and professional goals with determination and dedication. Their generosity not only positively impacts my life but also inspires me to work hard to achieve my dreams and contribute significantly to society with Christian values.
Delainie Pérez
“As a low-income student, paying for college was a big concern for my family and me. Thanks to the Dr. Ramon Tallaj Foundation scholarship, I am fulfilling my dream of providing better medical care to those in need.”
Fernanda B. Martínez
“Dr. Tallaj is inspiring a new generation of physicians, including myself, who have been deeply touched by his generosity and vision. I am committed to returning the kindness that the Dr. Ramon Tallaj Foundation has shown me.”
Evelin Rosario de Paula
“I am grateful not only to the foundation for giving me the opportunity to study medicine, but also to Dr. Ramón Tallaj, Dr. Mario J. Paredes and Monsignor Lorenzo Vargas for constantly inviting us to participate in the foundation's events.”
Fiordaliza Almanzar Pérez
“Thanks to the scholarship from the Dr. Ramón Tallaj Foundation, I have successfully completed the fourth semester of my physiotherapy course. Before receiving this opportunity, I was not sure that I would be able to finish my university degree. Now, my dream has come true.”
Melenie Olmo
“My family and I are extremely grateful to the Dr. Ramon Tallaj Foundation. Winning this scholarship reminds me that, regardless of race, economic status or location, I can also be the first college graduate and doctor in my family.”
Jhon Eduardo Batista
“Thank you, Dr. Ramón Tallaj, for trusting me. Your generosity is a testament to your dedication to the well-being of people and your firm belief in the transformative power of education.”
Ashley Pérez
“When I opened my email and saw that I had received the scholarship, my phone dropped. I couldn’t believe that I had been granted such an opportunity! The Dr. Ramon Tallaj Foundation scholarship has given me the tools to pursue my career and make my mother proud.”
Juan Sebastián Mena
“The scholarship has greatly impacted my life with its tremendous assistance, and I am very grateful to the Dr. Ramon Tallaj Foundation. Thank you for trusting me and extending your hand with such help at the perfect time.”
Paola Lara Ramírez
“Great opportunities come in the blink of an eye, and I can say that this is the best opportunity that God has sent me. Thanks to the scholarship from the Dr. Ramón Tallaj Foundation, I have learned to teach others the value of things.”
