Hospice and Palliative Nurses Foundation

08/21/2026

We’re proud to have supported the development of the HPNA Palliative Care Basics Series!

Funding for this important educational resource was provided by HPNF through generous grants from the McElhattan, Jack Buncher, Y.C. Ho/Helen and Michael Chiang, Kanarek Family, and Cameron and Hayden Lord foundations.

Congratulations to HPNA on receiving a 2026 ASAE Power of Associations Silver Award in recognition of this outstanding series!

HPNA is honored to receive a 2026 ASAE Power of Associations Silver Award from the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE), recognizing the outstanding HPNA Palliative Care Basics Series!

The Power of Associations Awards celebrate associations that leverage their unique ability to bring stakeholders together, inspire collaboration, and drive meaningful change.

The HPNA Palliative Care Basics Series is a state-of-the-art eLearning resource featuring four courses that provide a self-paced, interactive learning experience designed to build foundational knowledge in palliative care.

Read the full press release here: https://www.advancingexpertcare.org/news/hpna-receives-2026-power-of-associations-silver-award-for-hpna-palliative-care-basics-series/

Explore HPNA’s Palliative Care Basics Series: http://www.advancingexpertcare.org/education-events/palliative-care-basics

08/19/2026

Can't attend HPNA's Hill Day in person?

Join HPNA and HPNF for a special virtual debrief following our 2026 HPNA on the Hill activities in Washington, D.C.

This interactive session will provide an inside look at key conversations, advocacy efforts, and accomplishments from HPNA’s September 21-22 Hill Day meetings with policymakers.

A $40 charitable donation provides access to this exclusive experience and directly supports HPNF’s mission. Register here: https://portal.advancingexpertcare.org/Shared_Content/Events/Event_Display.aspx?EventKey=HILLDBRIEF

08/18/2026

Raising $40,000 for the Next 40 Years!

In 2026, HPNA celebrates 40 years. To honor this milestone and the many accomplishments along the way, the Hospice and Palliative Nurses Foundation (HPNF) is raising $40,000 to invest in the future.

These funds will help continue to impact the careers of thousands of nurses, expand access to grants and scholarships that support education and certification, and advance initiatives and research that strengthen communities and elevate hospice and palliative care.

Donate here: https://www.advancingexpertcare.org/hpna40/

08/18/2026

What’s better than one open scholarship? TWO open scholarships!

HPNF has two scholarship opportunities available now for HPNA members:

Annual Assembly Scholarship
Covers the cost of early-bird registration for the Annual Assembly of Hospice and Palliative Care.

2. State of the Science Scholarship
Covers the cost of early-bird registration for the State of the Science pre-conference session, held at the Annual Assembly of Hospice and Palliative Care.

Ready to apply? Submit your application by November 1, 2026: https://www.advancingexpertcare.org/grants-and-scholarships/

08/14/2026

Test your knowledge with trivia, sing along during music bingo, and more at HPNF and HPNA’s Virtual Game Night.

Join colleagues, friends, and supporters for an hour of fun, laughter, and friendly competition. Plus, you’ll have the chance to win hundreds of dollars worth of prizes throughout the evening.

Come celebrate 40 years of HPNA! Register today: https://portal.advancingexpertcare.org/Shared_Content/Events/Event_Display.aspx?EventKey=GAME26&WebsiteKey=6b0295e5-0963-4c60-8e5b-402f10108009

08/05/2026

Apply for the ELNEC Train-the-Trainer Scholarship!

HPNF offers up to eight scholarships annually for HPNA members to attend an HPNA-sponsored ELNEC Train-the-Trainer Core, Communications, or Pediatrics course.

Apply by September 1, 2026 here: https://advancingexpertcare.smapply.org/prog/hpnf_conference_scholarships/

08/04/2026

Don't miss out on an Exclusive Live Conversation with Hospice Nursejulie.

As part of HPNF’s efforts to celebrate HPNA’s 40th anniversary, this special one-hour virtual event invites attendees into a wide-ranging conversation with Julie about hospice care, end-of-life experiences, and the lessons she’s learned throughout her nursing career.

Register Now! https://portal.advancingexpertcare.org/Shared_Content/Events/Event_Display.aspx?EventKey=HPNF26SA&WebsiteKey=6b0295e5-0963-4c60-8e5b-402f10108009

07/29/2026

Join HPNA and HPNF for a special virtual debrief following our 2026 HPNA on the Hill activities in Washington, D.C.

This interactive session will provide an inside look at key conversations, advocacy efforts, and accomplishments from HPNA’s September 21–22 Hill Day meetings with policymakers.

A $40 charitable donation provides access to this exclusive experience and directly supports HPNF’s mission. Register here: https://portal.advancingexpertcare.org/Shared_Content/Events/Event_Display.aspx?EventKey=HILLDBRIEF&WebsiteKey=6b0295e5-0963-4c60-8e5b-402f10108009

07/23/2026

Apply for the HPNA Membership Scholarship!

This scholarship from HPNF is a great opportunity to access valuable member benefits, educational resources, and a supportive community of hospice and palliative care professionals.

Current HPNA membership is not required to apply.

🗓️ Apply by November 1, 2026: https://advancingexpertcare.smapply.org/prog/hpna_membership_and_certification_review_course_scholarships/

07/09/2026

Connect, learn, and have fun while supporting the future of hospice and palliative nursing care!

🔹Exclusive Live Conversation with Hospice Nurse Julie
Learn More: https://portal.advancingexpertcare.org/.../Event_Display...

🔹HPNA/HPNF Virtual Game Night
Learn More: https://portal.advancingexpertcare.org/.../Event_Display...

🔹HPNA Hill Day Debrief with HPNF
Learn More: https://portal.advancingexpertcare.org/.../Event_Display...

$40 charitable donations provide access to these exclusive experiences and directly supports HPNF’s $40,000 for 40 Years of HPNA campaign.

Register today!