Protect Nurses, Patients, and Our Communities

Alex Pretti, a registered nurse, was killed in a horrifying shooting at the hands of federal law enforcement. Alex’s life mattered, and the American Nurses Association (ANA) denounces his killing and the circumstances surrounding it.

We ask all nurses to visit RNAction.org to send a letter to your members of Congress. Let them know that nurses demand immediate action.

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How has a nurse impacted your life?

From quiet moments of comfort to life-changing care, nurses make an impact every day. Tell us your story and help us show the world The Power of Nurses™.

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The American Nurses Foundation

Nurses are the key to the health of the nation

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Reimagining Nursing Initiative

The American Nurses Foundation advances the nursing profession by serving as a thought-leader, catalyst for action, convener, and funding conduit since 1956. We identify the most pressing issues facing nurses, collaborate with leaders both inside and outside the profession on solutions, and strive to get the financial resources needed to research, test, and amplify these solutions.

From 2020-2025, we have invested $52,688,593 across 140 grants, with a reach of about 3 million nurses.

Now, our Reimagining Nursing Initiative engages nurses to rapidly meet healthcare demands by incubating nurse-led approaches — transforming healthcare through The Power of Nurses™.

Ways to Give

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Research and Innovation

The Foundation listens carefully to nurses and is redressing long-standing and pervasive challenges in nursing.

Pulse on the Nation's Nurses

Research and Innovation Grants

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New Approaches to Nurse Well-Being

Bold ideas developed and led by nurses will transform nursing delivery for improved access, care, and outcomes for all.

Nurse Well-Being: Building Peer and Leadership Support

Healthy Nurse, Healthy Nation®

Workforce Well-Being with ANCCs Well Being Excellence™

Leaders, Scholars and Fellows

When nursing has the financial resources needed to innovate and lead, the entire world will thrive.

Jeannine Rivet National Leadership Award

Nurses and Board Leadership

Get to Know the Foundation

Meet the Foundation’s Board; learn about our mission and history; see the list of Corporate Advisory Board members; catch up on the latest annual reports and newsletters.

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