Arkansas Nurses Foundation

04/08/2026

03/06/2026

Congratulations to these amazing Arkansas Nurse Leaders. We are proud of their great work & representation of our profession.

Join us in congratulating the 2026 Arkansas Nursing Legacy award winners! These three extraordinary leaders collectively bring 102 years of dedication to the nursing profession. Their century of service, leadership, and commitment to caring for Arkansans has shaped our profession and created a lasting legacy for future generations of nurses.

01/29/2026

Why Serve on the ARNF Board?
Serving on the Foundation Board is a unique opportunity to influence the nursing profession—the intersection of what the world needs and what nurses are uniquely qualified to give. As a Board Member, you will:
Direct Impact: Oversee the distribution of scholarships and grants that enable the next generation of Arkansas nurses to achieve their educational goals.
Strategic Leadership: Help guide the Foundation’s "Leading Through Innovation" initiatives, ensuring we remain resilient in a rapidly changing healthcare landscape.
Advocacy & Presence: Represent the Foundation at major events, including Nurses Day at the Capitol and the ARNA Fall Conference.

We Are Seeking Candidates Who Possess:
A Commitment to the nursing profession: A deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing Arkansas nurses today.
Diverse Expertise: While nursing clinical expertise is vital, we also highly value skills in non-profit management, fundraising, financial oversight, or public relations.
Visionary Thinking: The ability to look 2-5 years into the future to forecast workforce needs and educational trends.
Collaborative Spirit: A proven track record of working effectively within committees and multidisciplinary teams.

Primary Responsibilities:
Attend three virtual Board meetings.
Participate in the review and selection of scholarship and grant recipients.
Actively engage in Foundation fundraising efforts and donor stewardship.
Serve as an ambassador for the Foundation within your local healthcare community.

Click on link to complete Arkansas Nurses Foundation Leadership Commitment Form, https://arna.nursingnetwork.com/page/100791-about-the-arkansas-nurses-foundation

01/19/2026

If you are passionate about scholarships, leadership development, and supporting the next generation of Arkansas nurses, this is your opportunity to make a direct impact
The deadline for nominations for the Arkansas Nurses Foundation Board of Trustees is Friday, January 30.

Why Serve on the ARNF Board?
Serving on the Foundation Board is a unique opportunity to influence the nursing profession—the intersection of what the world needs and what nurses are uniquely qualified to give. As a Board Member, you will:
Direct Impact: Oversee the distribution of scholarships and grants that enable the next generation of Arkansas nurses to achieve their educational goals.
Strategic Leadership: Help guide the Foundation’s "Leading Through Innovation" initiatives, ensuring we remain resilient in a rapidly changing healthcare landscape.
Advocacy & Presence: Represent the Foundation at major events, including Nurses Day at the Capitol and the ARNA Fall Conference.

We Are Seeking Candidates Who Possess:
A Commitment to the nursing profession: A deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing Arkansas nurses today.
Diverse Expertise: While nursing clinical expertise is vital, we also highly value skills in non-profit management, fundraising, financial oversight, or public relations.
Visionary Thinking: The ability to look 2-5 years into the future to forecast workforce needs and educational trends.
Collaborative Spirit: A proven track record of working effectively within committees and multidisciplinary teams.

Primary Responsibilities:
Attend three virtual Board meetings.
Participate in the review and selection of scholarship and grant recipients.
Actively engage in Foundation fundraising efforts and donor stewardship.
Serve as an ambassador for the Foundation within your local healthcare community.

Click on link to complete Arkansas Nurses Foundation Leadership Commitment Form, https://arna.nursingnetwork.com/page/100791-about-the-arkansas-nurses-foundation

12/29/2025

You’ve spent the year giving your all to your patients. Now, we're asking you to help us give back to you.

A year-end donation to the Arkansas Nurses Foundation (ARNF) is a tax-deductible way to support: 🎓 Nursing Scholarships 🔬 Clinical Research Grants 🆘 Nurse Crisis Relief

Every dollar stays right here in the Natural State. 🐗✨ Let’s ensure the future of Arkansas nursing is bright and well-supported.

Click on the QR code to give by midnight on Dec 31 to claim your 2025 tax deduction!

12/02/2025

Arkansas Nurses Association

This Giving Tuesday, the Arkansas Nurses Foundation invites you to invest in the future of nursing in our state. Your tax-deductible gift directly supports scholarships and grants that help Arkansas nurses pursue advanced education, certification, and research—so they can bring new skills, evidence-based practice, and innovative solutions back to the bedside, classroom, and community.
https://donate.forgood.org/donation/27-1384232?fbclid=IwY2xjawObsKpleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFWNVNud3ZCUjRTRkMxYk9Nc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHtTrTCt4y2a6zsfv7KHU42DzfQ-cmfsKwh_MoTGwnU--sCU50MOcDBwfOuiH_aem_ZRpYYfJqwJ8isdOvZW4qLg

12/02/2025

This Giving Tuesday, the Arkansas Nurses Foundation invites you to invest in the future of nursing in our state. Your tax-deductible gift directly supports scholarships and grants that help Arkansas nurses pursue advanced education, certification, and research—so they can bring new skills, evidence-based practice, and innovative solutions back to the bedside, classroom, and community.
https://donate.forgood.org/donation/27-1384232?fbclid=IwY2xjawObsKpleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFWNVNud3ZCUjRTRkMxYk9Nc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHtTrTCt4y2a6zsfv7KHU42DzfQ-cmfsKwh_MoTGwnU--sCU50MOcDBwfOuiH_aem_ZRpYYfJqwJ8isdOvZW4qLg

10/17/2025

Arkansas Nurses Foundation Board Chair, Dr. Patty Cowan, gives an overview of scholarships and research grants prior to scholarships deadline of October 31.

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04/07/2025

The Arkansas Nurses Foundation is accepting scholarship and grant applications. To find out more and access the application, go to the following sites:

https://arna.nursingnetwork.com/page/91041-scholarships

https://arna.nursingnetwork.com/page/99681-research-grants