Awards | Grants | Scholarships

From recognizing excellence in practice to funding continuing education and research, these programs highlight the dedication and innovation that strengthen the nurse practitioner community.

These awards and funding opportunities reflect the heart of the National Nurse Practitioner Symposium: elevating clinical excellence, advancing evidence-based practice, and encouraging professional growth. Whether you are pursuing new research, expanding your education, or recognizing a colleague who exemplifies exceptional care, this is your space to explore what’s possible.

By supporting nurse practitioners at every stage of their careers, the Symposium reinforces its commitment to lifelong learning, innovation, and leadership within the profession.

More information and application forms coming soon!

Advanced Degree
Educational Grant

Past Grants Awarded To:

2011 – Carla Hall
2012 – Barbara Jones
2013 – Rachel Buck
2014 - Ashley Heise
2015 – Heather Ford
2016 - Jill Frisz
2017 - Jentry Wheaton
2018 - Darci Martinez
2019 - Piper Hammond
2020 – no record
2021 – Jennifer Fehr
2022 – Kristi Castellano
2023 – Liliana Silebi
2024 - Courney Berman

Presented annually to a

graduate-level student.

The recipient receives:

- Complimentary Retreat &

Symposium Registration to

2026 NNPS.

Loretta C. Ford Lifetime
Achievement Award

Past Award Winners:

2011 - Linda Pearson
2012 - Phyllis Zimmer
2013 - Eileen O’Grady
2014 - Margaret Fitzgerald
2015 - Rosemary Goodyear
2016 - Sandra Ryan
2017 - Donna Torrisi
2018 - Julie Stanik-Hutt
2019 - Charon Pierson
2020 - Margaret Lorimor
2021 - Judith Igoe
2022 - Doreen Harper
2023 - Rosario Medina
2024 - Patricia Cullen

Presented annually to one individual who

has demonstrated longevity, integrity,

professional achievement, and

advocacy in advanced practice nursing.

The recipient receives:

- Traveling trophy inscription

- Individual replica trophy

- $1,000 cash prize

- $500 donation to the charity

of the recipient's choice.

- Complimentary Retreat &

Symposium Registration to

2026 NNPS.

Professional Scholarship Award

Past Scholarships Awarded To:

2011 - Elizabeth Chang
2012 - Andrea Hutchinson
2013 - Lois Rockastle
2014 - Alicia LePard
2015 - Jennifer Tucker
2016 - Denise Pattison
2017 - Pa Lee Lee
2018 - Leigh Wingo
2019 - Snezana Radnovic
2020 – Darlene Deters
2021 - Michele Davis Groetzinger
2024 - Ashley Johnson

Presented annually to an

advanced practice clinician.

The recipient receives:

- Complimentary Retreat &

Symposium Registration to

2026 NNPS.