Do you want to improve the wellbeing of nurses in your workplace? Apply for the Amin Abdullah RCN Foundation grant. ✔️Open to registered nurses across the UK ✔️Grants of up to £1000 available ✔️Applications close on 10 October ▶️ bit.ly/3IaoPsf #Nursing #Wellbeing #Grant

1/2 We’re pleased to open the Michelle Cox RCN Foundation Anti-Racism Award for its third year during #BlackHistoryMonth. This is an annual award which will support a nurse or midwifery-led project aiming to oppose racism and promote racial equality within nursing and midwifery ✊

1/2 Following our Annual Lecture last Monday, we were delighted to be presented by Professor Deborah Sturdy, Chief Nurse for Adult Social Care, with a Chief Nurse Adult Social Care Team Award.

Don't miss the nursing event of the year, packed with educational CPD seminars, exhibitors and lots of well-being activities! 📆 5-6 November 📍 NEC, Birmingham Take a look at the event programme and book your free ticket bit.ly/4oC1NLp #nursinglive2025 #yourtimetothrive

In 2024 we supported over 700 individuals and organisations with grants for hardship, education and research totalling over one million pounds. As we celebrate our 15th anniversary, we're proud of the impact we’ve made – and inspired by the work still to come. Read our impact report bit.ly/46j2lPa

Funding up to £30,000 available for Registered Nurses Learning Disability to undertake a research project to address health inequality and enhance health related quality of life outcomes for people with a learning disability in Northern Ireland. 🗓️ Apply by 29 Oct 👉 bit.ly/469ibvF #LDNursing

1/2 In 2023 DKMS generously donated £30K to create a 3-year education grant for UK nurses working in or wishing to study oncology and haematology. Since then, we’ve awarded 18 grants to nurses wishing to further their knowledge and continue the fight against blood cancer and blood disorders.

1/3 A brilliant and thought-provoking evening at our #AnnualLecture2025 last night thanks to our incredible panel and audience. A huge thank you to Professor Michael West CBE for his presentation and invaluable insight surrounding Compassionate Leadership....

1/2 This evening we’re hosting our annual lecture: Leading with Compassion in a Ruthless World: Good Luck with That! The lecture will explore one of the most urgent & complex challenges facing the health & care workforce: how do we lead with compassion in environments that often feel anything but?

📢Reminder: education grant applications close on Monday at 5pm. Want to apply for one of our educational grants but not got around to it yet? You don’t have long left - apply now! 👇 bit.ly/3LOBroe #nursing #midwifery #healthcaresupportworker #UKnurse #grant #education #careerdevelopment

1/2 Caroline was awarded the RCN Foundation Amin Abdullah Grant to pilot an anti-bullying workshop education model designed for implementation in both undergraduate nursing education and continuing professional development for registered nurses. #Nursing #Wellbeing #Grant

Funding of up to £30,000 is available for Registered Nurses Learning Disability (RNLDs) to undertake a research project to address health inequality and enhance health related quality of life outcomes for people with a learning disability in Northern Ireland. 🗓️ Apply by 29 Oct 👉 bit.ly/469ibvF

1/2 Emma is a Macmillan Colorectal Cancer Care Coordinator and was awarded an RCN Foundation LV= Education Grant. Observing the significant mental health impact of cancer on patients, Emma received a grant to pursue a Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills. #Education #Partnership #HCSWGrant

1/2 One week until we host our #AnnualLecture2025, where we'll be discussing compassionate leadership in healthcare. Professor Michael West will deliver a keynote on compassionate leadership, followed by a panel discussion and questions from the audience.

1/2 Did you know it's #ScottishLearningDisabilityWeek? This is a time to celebrate people with learning disabilities and to raise awareness about the challenges they face. As part of our Learning Disability Nursing Programme, earlier this year we awarded funding to Edinburgh Napier University.

1/3 Stephanie, a Clinical Nurse Specialist for Looked After Children (CIC) in London, received an RCN Foundation Olufunke Adeyeye Education Grant to support her Professional Doctorate Programme in Advanced Practice and Research in Social Work and Social Care.

1/2 Today marks #WorldSuicidePreventionDay and we’re proud to reopen the annual RCN Foundation Amin Abdullah Grant. This grant was made possible by the generosity of Amin's friends and family, and the award will provide funding to nurse-led projects that focus on nurses' wellbeing.

1/2 Nominations are now open for RCN London Region's ⭐ Rising Star Awards ⭐ 2025! These awards celebrate the work of the global majority nursing community in London. RCN Foundation Director, Deepa Korea, will be to on this year's panel judging what are sure to be amazing entries.

1/3 Join us on 22 Sept for our annual lecture – Leading with Compassion in a Ruthless World: Good Luck with That! The lecture will explore one of the most urgent and complex challenges facing the health and care workforce: how do we lead with compassion in environments that often feel anything but?

1/2 Today is #InternationalDayofCharity - a day to remind us of the impact we can have and how small and large acts of help can make the biggest difference.

1/2 RCN Foundation education grants are here to support your professional and career development and you don’t need to be a member of the RCN to apply. Funding of up to £1,600 is available for: ✔️Nurses ✔️Midwives ✔️Nursing associates ✔️Healthcare support workers ✔️Maternity assistants

Are you thinking of embarking in a career in nursing? The RCN Foundation Into Nursing Grant offers up to £1,000 to support with living costs whilst you study to become a nurse if you… ☑️ Are a graduate in any academic discipline ☑️ Have experience of healthcare Learn more and apply bit.ly/4dJLaqC

1/2 Join us at this year’s annual lecture… Leading with Compassion in a Ruthless World: Good Luck with That! The lecture will explore one of the most urgent and complex challenges facing the health and care workforce: how do we lead with compassion in environments that often feel anything but?

Nursing and midwifery staff can now apply for @rcnfoundation.bsky.social grants of between £1,000 and £1,600 towards professional training, continuing professional development, undergraduate degrees or postgraduate qualifications. Find out more here: rcni.com/nursing-stan...

Are you a #HealthcareSupportWorker thinking of taking a course to support your professional development? Following a further donation from LV=, we’re thrilled to open the RCN Foundation LV= Education Grant! Grants of up to £1,600 are available 👇 rcnfoundation.rcn.org.uk/Grants-and-f...

Are you a graduate wishing to retrain to become a nurse? Grants of up to £1,000 for each year left of your programme (max two years) are available to support with living costs whilst you study to become a nurse. Find out more bit.ly/3X8wTOJ #nursing #graduate #grant #education

1/2 Maritess, a quality assurance nurse, was awarded £1,500 towards her final year of the MSc Global Issues in Gerontology and Ageing at the University of Stirling. During her studies she created a forum for shared learning and now delivers care home training. #FocusFriday

Domestic abuse: nurses experience it too Our comment piece for the British Journal of Nursing is out now in hard copy and online here: www.magonlinelibrary.com/doi/abs/10.1... In the article we mention the NAMED study rcnfoundation.rcn.org.uk/Research-pro... funded by @rcnfoundation.bsky.social

📢 Calling all nurses, midwives, healthcare support workers, maternity support workers and care workers from the Global Majority! Apply for funding to support you undertake further training and development. You don’t need to be a member of the RCN to apply ⤵️ bit.ly/3SR8VVK

1/2 Earlier this year Bridie Kent, a nurse, ran both the London and Vancouver Marathon - just a week apart! Bridie fundraised for three charities - the RCN foundation, Prostate Cancer Research and Dartmoor Search and Rescue Plymouth. Her efforts weren't in vain as she raised a tremendous £1,700!

Are you looking for funding to support your career and professional development? RCN Foundation education grants are now open! Grants of up to £1,600 are available and you don’t need to be a member of the RCN to apply. Apply by 22 September. Visit our website to find out more bit.ly/3LOBroe

1/2 On #FocusFriday, we’re sharing education grant recipient Lauren's story, a midwife, who was awarded £1,000 towards a research investigation module. Completing her studies has enabled Lauren to develop in a professional capacity, both academically and clinically.

We're delighted to be Nursing Live UK 2025 charity partner! Don't miss the nursing event of the year, packed with educational CPD seminars, exhibitors and lots of well-being activities! 📆 5-6 November 📍 NEC, Birmingham Take a look at the event programme and book your free ticket bit.ly/4oC1NLp

1/2 We'd like to wish a huge congratulations to Professor Aisha Holloway on her appointment of Chief Nursing Officer for Scotland. Professor Holloway currently works as chair of nursing studies at the at the University of Edinburgh. #ABI

1/2 Neil, Head of Safeguarding, was awarded an RCN Foundation education grant to support him complete an MSc in Adult and Child Protection. “The impact of having a bursary has been phenomenal - not only to me, but also my young family...

1/2 We're thrilled to announce the appointment of two new Trustees - Dr Crystal Oldman CBE and Professor Deborah Sturdy CBE. Dr Oldman will take up the position on 1 September, with Professor Sturdy joining the Board on 1 November.

We're delighted to be Nursing Live UK 2025 charity partner! Don't miss the nursing event of the year, packed with educational CPD seminars, exhibitors and lots of well-being activities! 📆 5-6 November 📍 NEC, Birmingham Take a look at the event programme and book your free ticket bit.ly/4oC1NLp

1/2 Catherine received a Leathersellers grant to support her whilst she was studying her nursing degree. Having gone into nursing at a later stage in life, during her study Catherine’s two youngest children were diagnosed with autism, and her youngest with a learning disability. #FocusFriday

1/2 Samaritans are here 24/7 to support and listen. You can call them for free, anytime on 116 123. In 2024, 33% of hardship grants we awarded were to those with ill mental health - a 5% increase from 2023. Our signposting hub includes a dedicated space for emotional and mental health support.

Attention healthcare support workers! Our education grants reopen next month, so we'll be holding online appointments from 4-15 August to support you in writing a successful application, as well as answering any queries you may have. Find out more bit.ly/44tgjwN

1/3 Are you a registered nurse or a frontline team member working in #AdultSocialCare and passionate about shaping the future of the adult social care sector? If so, have you considered joining your regional Social Care Nursing Advisory Council (SCNAC)?

1/2 This #FocusFriday, we’re spotlighting Into Nursing grant recipient Rachael, a Staff Nurse. Rachael began her career as a healthcare support worker but was inspired by her colleagues to pursue a career in nursing. She received a grant to undertake a BSc in Adult Nursing.

1/2 Attention healthcare support workers! Our education grants reopen next month, so we'll be holding online appointments from 4-15 August to support you in writing a successful application, as well as answering any queries you may have.

1/2 In 2024 we awarded 576 hardship grants to nurses, midwives and HCSW who were struggling financially. We are proud of the assistance our grants provide, but our support doesn’t end there. Our Signposting Hub is a directory of help available to support you through life’s unexpected challenges.

1/2 This year we're celebrating our 15th anniversary! 🎂 Since our creation in 2010, we’ve... ✅ Supported 6,326 individuals with a hardship grant, totalling £3,176,000 million ✅ Awarded nearly £3 million in educational grants to 1,761 individuals #RCNF15

1/2 Introducing #FocusFridays, where we'll be sharing stories of our inspiring Alumni! Vicki, a Child and Adolescent Mental Health Nurse, first trained as a Speech and Language Therapist before volunteering for Childline.

1/2 In 2024 we awarded 576 hardship grants to nurses, midwives and healthcare support workers - making a real difference at the point when they needed it most. Our hardship service exists thanks to the kind donations from our supporters. #Hardship #Donation

We're delighted to be the Nursing Live 2025 charity partner! Don't miss the nursing event of the year, packed with educational CPD seminars, exhibitors and lots of well-being activities! 📆 5-6 November 📍 NEC, Birmingham Register free today bit.ly/43Tzako

1/3 Today we were pleased to see Tee, who won an RCN Foundation Impact Award earlier this year, recognised with a prestigious Chief Nurse Adult Social Care Gold Award for her contributions in adult social care nursing.

1/2 We were delighted to have joined Keele University on Tuesday at their online event which launched the co-produced careLeD tool. We hope the tool will be invaluable in helping people with a learning disability prepare in advance for when they might need to access urgent or emergency care.