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Hospice and Palliative Nurses Foundation

HPNF is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that provides professional development opportunities to members of the hospice and palliative care team.

We depend on the generous spirit of donors to financially support our mission. Mission: Support hospice and palliative research, education, and leadership development to advance expert nursing care. Vision: Every person living with serious illness receives equitable, comprehensive, and innovative hospice and palliative nursing care. Learn more at hpnf.org.

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, remember and honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country and to their families.

05/22/2026

June is packed with exciting opportunities at HPNA, and we don’t want you to miss a thing! Take a moment to review these important upcoming deadlines for volunteer opportunities, award submissions, educational programs, and more.

📅 June 1 Deadlines:
- HPNA, HPNF, and HPCC 2027 Board Member Applications (https://www.advancingexpertcare.org/hpna-hpnf-and-hpcc-board-member-application-process/)
- 2027 HPNA Award Submissions (https://www.advancingexpertcare.org/get-involved/hpna-awards/)
- Fellow in Palliative Care Nursing (FPCN®) Application (https://www.advancingexpertcare.org/get-involved/fellows-in-palliative-care/)

📅 June 8 Deadlines:
- ELNEC Communication Train-the-Trainer (https://portal.advancingexpertcare.org/Shared_Content/Events/Event_Display.aspx?EventKey=JU26ELN1)
- ELNEC Core/Critical Care Train-the-Trainer (https://portal.advancingexpertcare.org/Shared_Content/Events/Event_Display.aspx?EventKey=JU26ELNCC&WebsiteKey=6b0295e5-0963-4c60-8e5b-402f10108009)

📅 June 15 Deadline:
- HPNF Individual Education Scholarship (https://advancingexpertcare.smapply.org/prog/hpnf_individual_education_scholarship/)

Be sure to submit your applications and registrations before the deadlines!

05/21/2026

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/Shared_Content/Events/Event_Display.aspx?EventKey=HPNF26SA&WebsiteKey=6b0295e5-0963-4c60-8e5b-402f10108009

🔹HPNA/HPNF Virtual Game Night
Learn More: https://portal.advancingexpertcare.org/Shared_Content/Events/Event_Display.aspx?EventKey=GAME26&WebsiteKey=6b0295e5-0963-4c60-8e5b-402f10108009

🔹HPNA Hill Day Debrief with HPNF
Learn More: https://portal.advancingexpertcare.org/Shared_Content/Events/Event_Display.aspx?EventKey=HILLDBRIEF&WebsiteKey=6b0295e5-0963-4c60-8e5b-402f10108009

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

Register today!

05/21/2026

Thinking about joining the 2027 HPNA/HPNF Board of Directors?

Hear from current HPNA/HPNF board president Richelle (Rikki) Hooper, MBA, MSN, FNP-BC, ACHPN®, NE-BC, FPCN® on the value of serving on the HPNA/HPNF Board of Directors.

Don't wait! Applications close on June 1, 2026. Learn more here: https://www.advancingexpertcare.org/hpna-hpnf-and-hpcc-board-member-application-process/

05/18/2026

The Hospice and Palliative Nurses Foundation (HPNF) was honored to receive a generous $12,500 grant from the Homes for Heroes Foundation in support of hospice and palliative care nurses nationwide.

To learn more about the inspiration behind this meaningful partnership, HPNF spoke with Foundation Director Jay Flynn about the organization’s commitment to supporting the HPNF mission and the compassionate nurses who provide expert care to patients and families every day.

Learn more how Homes for Heroes can help you and read the full article here: https://www.advancingexpertcare.org/news/qa-with-homes-for-heroes-foundation-director-jay-flynn-on-supporting-hpnfs-mission/

05/14/2026

Apply for the HPNF Individual Education Scholarship!

This scholarships was established to provide financial assistance for hospice and palliative care nurses and nursing assistants who are earning new nursing licenses or academic degrees.

This scholarship may be used for:
✅ Tuition
✅ Books
✅ And more!

Application deadline is June 15, 2026: https://advancingexpertcare.smapply.org/prog/hpnf_individual_education_scholarship/

05/07/2026

Congratulations to the 2026 HPNA Award recipients, the 2026 Fellows in Palliative Care Nursing (FPCN®), and the recipient of the HPNF Nessa Coyle Palliative Nursing Leadership Award!

05/06/2026

Happy Nurses Day! Thank you to for your commitment and dedication to the profession, your patients, their families, and HPNF.

04/28/2026

Apply for the HPNF Individual Education Scholarship!

HPNF offers five Individual Education Scholarships each year to provide financial assistance for hospice and palliative care nurses and nursing assistants who are earning new nursing licenses or academic degrees.

Apply by June 15, 2026: https://advancingexpertcare.smapply.org/prog/hpnf_individual_education_scholarship/

04/24/2026

Earlier this week, HPNF’s Florence Wald Champions joined in the celebration of HPNA’s 40th anniversary with a delightful virtual tea party! A heartfelt thank you to Ola at ASAMI for hosting a fun and engaging virtual tea tasting experience that brought us together in celebration.

Learn more about HPNA’s 40th anniversary and how you can join the celebration. https://www.advancingexpertcare.org/hpna40/

04/21/2026

As the 2026 HPNA Annual Conference approaches, we’re reminiscing about last year’s out of this world HPNF Reception.

This year, get ready to step into the savanna for the Circle of Care Reception. Join us as HPNF celebrates the strength, compassion, and dedication of hospice and palliative care nurses with a signature cocktail, savanna-inspired bites, and a little Hakuna Matata on the dance floor. Only a few spaces left, don't miss out!

Register Now! https://portal.advancingexpertcare.org/Shared_Content/Events/Event_Display.aspx?EventKey=26HPNACONF

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400 Lydia Street, Suite 100
Pittsburgh, PA
15276

Telephone

+14127879301

Website

http://hpnf.org/

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