PNCB Award and Scholarship Programs

Award · For CPNs

CPN Certification Advocate Award

Recognizes a Certified Pediatric Nurse (CPN) who demonstrates outstanding advocacy for certification at the local, hospital, regional, or national level. The recipient receives a $1,000 honorarium.

Award · For CPNPs and PMHS

Kelly Reed Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) Community Impact Award

Recognizes an outstanding CPNP or PMHS who extends the reach of their role beyond regular practice activities and demonstrates dedication to their community. The recipient receives a $1,000 honorarium.

Award · For teams

Building a Better Workplace (Team) Award

Recognizes a pediatric-focused team making a difference by implementing strategies to address barriers nurses face in the pediatric specialty. The selected team receives $500 for a celebration, a plaque, and publicity.

Scholarship · Undergraduate RN students

Registered Nurse (RN) Student Empowerment Scholarship

Supports an undergraduate nursing student with a strong interest in pediatrics who is pursuing a degree to become a registered nurse. The recipient receives a $1,500 honorarium.

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More Scholarship Opportunities

Additional 2027 opportunities include the PNCB/National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP) PNP Opportunity & Engagement Award, PNCB/Society of Pediatric Nurses (SPN) Conference Scholarship, and PNCB/Foundation of the National Student Nurses’ Association (FNSNA) Future of Pediatrics Nursing Scholarship. Application links and deadlines for these opportunities are coming soon.

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