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Foundation Focus Newsletter
January/February Issue 2024
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Message from the President
Larry Slater, PhD, RN-BC, CNE, FAAN
Welcome back from what I hope was a wonderful and restful holiday break! As we get back into the swing of things, it is not too late to think about opportunities to finance your education. The January 26, 2024 deadline to submit an application to the Foundation’s undergraduate scholarship program is fast approaching, Please click on the link below to apply!
In May 2023, the Foundation awarded over $643,000 to 229 students. Thanks to our generous individual, foundation, and corporate donors. This year, one of these scholarship recipients could be you! So, if you were on the fence before the holidays about applying, jump down, click on the link, and get started today!
The Foundation also awards the Weingarten Leader of Leaders Award and two Leadership Development Grants each year, with this year’s awardees being announced at NSNA’s 72nd Annual Convention at Disney's Coronado Springs Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. The link to applying for these two awards is also provided below. The convention theme is “Elevate: Dreams Help Make the Impossible Possible”. What better way to support your dreams than with a scholarship from the Foundation of the NSNA. Let us help you make your dreams come true. Apply today!
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Important Deadlines
FNSNA Scholarship Application: January 26, 2024 11:59PM EST
| Weingarten Leader of Leaders Award: February 7, 2024 11:59PM EST | Leadership Development Grants: February 23, 2024 11:59PM EST | |
For over 50 years, the driving force of the Foundation of the National Student Nurses' Association has been to have a diverse, and thriving nursing workforce, resulting in healthcare that improves the quality of life for all. February marks the start of Black History Month in the US. Black History Month celebrates the rich cultural heritage, triumphs and adversities that are an undeniable part of our country's history. | |
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Mary Eliza Mahoney
(1845-1926)
| Mary Eliza Mahoney was the first Black registered nurse in the United States. In 1879, she graduated from a program in New England that required 16 hours of labor, seven days of the week. The program, which began with 40 students, only had 3 who graduated, Mahoney being one of them. She proved her determination and went on to blaze trails for future nurses. In 1908, Mary Eliza Mahoney helped to establish the National Association of Colored Graduate Nurses. In recognition of her achievements, the American Nurses' Association created the Mary Mahoney Award, which is still considered one of the highest honors a nurse can receive. Today, the FNSNA remembers the historical achievements of Mary Eliza Mahoney and significant contributions to nursing and the nursing profession. | |
Scholars Express Their Gratitude | |
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Cody Mitchell
Villanova University, M. Louise Fitzpatrick College of Nursing
Philadelphia, PA
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Relieving my financial stress with the help of this scholarship has meant the world to me. It has allowed me to focus on extracurriculars such as NSNA and my local SNA chapter. I have become the President of my local chapter and Director East of NSNA. I can spend more time helping the student nursing community and less time worrying about my financial situation.
I will use these opportunities to spread the word about how FNSNA can impact a student nurses journey.
BAND-AID® BRAND Champions for Health Equity Scholar
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Brittany Keonna Johnson
Chaminade University of Honolulu
Honolulu, HI
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Like many other people, I went to college after high school, unsure of what I really wanted to do with my career. An unexpected pregnancy led me to take a year off school, and then, life happened.
As a mother, the guilt of taking time and money away from your family to pursue education is very real. The demands on resources for a single-income family of five are seemingly endless. Receiving a scholarship has literally paved the way for me to finally be able to better myself, have a career that I am proud of, help people in their time of need, and help support my family. Having a scholarship pushes me and gives me the motivation to work even harder to excel in college.
I am beyond grateful for the donors who make these opportunities possible for me and other students. Their generosity has given me an opportunity in my life that I thought had passed me by, turning a dream into a reality. Having the financial burden of education lifted from my shoulders has given me the freedom to focus on what is important, my coursework.
Johnson & Johnson Our Race to Health Equity Diversity Nursing Scholar
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Where Are They Now? - Scholars Stay Connected | |
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Stephanie DiLaura, BSN, RN
Specialty: Pediatric Intensive Care
Children's Hospital of Richmond at VCU
Richmond, VA
I am forever grateful for the generous scholarship I received from the FNSNA. The Future Nurse Leader scholarship recognized the work I was doing at my school and in the surrounding community as president of our SNA. It always feels amazing when your hard work is noticed, and it was just the push I needed to get to the end! This scholarship not only allowed me to focus on my studies and extracurriculars, but also made me feel seen, empowered and supported. Thank you, FNSNA!
I landed my dream job in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit at the Children's Hospital of Richmond at VCU. I start in February of 2024, and I'm so excited to take care of these kiddos. The team at CHOR is amazing, and I know I will have the support I need to learn, grow and thrive here!
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A Special Thanks to Our Donors! | |
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Clara Adams-Ender
Bill and Sherry Arehart
Dr. Marilyn Bagwell
Kathy Bennison
Laurie Benson
Deborah Bombard
Norman Borreson
Anne Davis
Michael Desjardins
Grant Din
Mary Foley
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Lauren Lodico
Elizabeth Mahoney
Anne Manton
Dr. Edmund J.Y. Pajarillo
Marie Pitts-Mosley
Frank and Mahin Scarlata
Dr. Cheryl Schmidt
Mary Beth Seekamp
William Timmermans
Catheryne Welch
Rita R. Wieczorek
As of January 10, 2024
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A Warm Welcome To Our
New Scholarship Sponsor!
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The Agnes Marshall Walker Foundation's dedication to support aspiring Neuroscience, Trauma and Critical Care nurses is extraordinary. The FNSNA is delighted to welcome the Agnes Marshall Walker Foundation to our prestigious list of sponsors.
We greatly appreciate our proud new sponsor for
supporting the most trusted profession!
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FNSNA's Devoted Scholarship Sponsors | |
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Since 1988, the American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN) has supported ten scholarships annually totaling over
$570,000 for students specializing in Critical Care. The Foundation has enjoyed and appreciates the long standing relationship with AACN supporting nursing education.
We sincerely thank the American Association of Critical Care Nurses for their continued devotion supporting the
future of the nursing profession!
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For 25 years, Wolters Kluwer has supported nursing education for students pursuing their ADN and BSN degrees. Their generosity has awarded over $100,000 to 125 scholars.
Thank you Wolters Kluwer for your dedication to helping make the dreams of nursing students possible!
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Join Our Scholarship Philanthropy Family
Keep the pulse of the nursing profession strong!
As the patients needing care exceeds the number of nurses, funding is needed to assist that nursing students graduate on time and enter the nursing workforce is urgently needed. The shortage impacts not only the lives of nursing students nationwide, but also the quality of care patients receive. Please help us ensure that nurses will be there when you need a nurse by sponsoring a scholarship.
To speak with an FNSNA representative about scholarship sponsorship, send an email to fnsna@forevernursing.org or
call 718-210-0705 for Lauren Sperle, FNSNA Specialist.
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FNSNA Convention Highlights | |
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Join the excitement and participate in the bidding wars at FNSNA: Making Dreams Come True Live Auction! The live auction will take place on Friday, April 5, 2024, from 2:00-3:00 pm in the back of the exhibit hall. This year the auction block is going to be on fire with items of interest to you!
You or your school chapter can add to the excitement by donating an item to be placed on the auction block. You may bring items with you to Florida. All donations may be dropped off at the onsite NSNA registration area no later than noon on Thursday, April 4, 2024.
If you need further information, wish to ship your items prior to convention or would like suggestions on possible auction items to donate, please contact
Lauren Sperle, FNSNA Specialist at Lauren@nsna.org today.
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Forever Nursing
5K Fun Run/1K Walk
Saturday, April 6, 2024
Race Start: 7:00 AM
Route: Disney's Coronado Springs Resort
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Be front and center at NSNA's 72nd Annual Convention by sponsoring the FNSNA Forever Nursing 5K Fun Run/ 1K Walk. By choosing to sponsor the Fun Run your company will be promoting health and wellness, while raising much needed funds to support the FNSNA's undergraduate scholarship program.
For more information on being a Fun Run sponsor contact:
Jasmine Melendez, Scholarships and Grants Administrator
jasmine@nsna.org
718.210.0705
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Annual Convention Challenge | |
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During a break in the House of Delegates, the FNSNA will be holding the Annual Convention Challenge. The challenge is open to all convention attendees who would like to do their part to support the future of the nursing profession.
Students and faculty challenge each other to raise money for the FNSNA undergraduate scholarship program. No donation is too small - even loose change will be accepted in the famous HAT!
By participating in this fundraiser, you can leave a legacy for future nursing students just like you. Support the future of the nursing profession!
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Be ahead of the game and purchase NSNA's exclusive graduation regalia now!
Not graduating yet? Purchase NSNA logo apparel and other items to use as gifts for your membership recruitment drives next semester, or simply to recognize outstanding commitment to leadership and involvement in your SNA.
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