The AANP Foundation announced $92,000 in scholarship and grant offerings for student and practicing NPs through the Scholarship & Grant Program’s 2010 Funding Cycle.

At a time when finances limit opportunities, the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) Foundation is proud to announce $92,000 in offerings available for nurse practitioner (NP) educational scholarships and project/research grants through the AANP Foundation Scholarship & Grant Program 2010 Funding Cycle.

The AANP Foundation works year-round with leaders in the NP community, members of the Corporate Partner Council (CPC) and other corporate supporters in the healthcare industry to evaluate funding needs and define the allocation of financial support. This year, the wide-range of topics supported through grant offerings for practicing NPs include, childhood obesity, diabetes and nutrition. The 2010 Funding Cycle also offers NP student scholarships at the master’s and doctoral levels.

• Availability Published: August 16, 2010

• Deadline to request Application materials: October 22, 2010

• Application Submission Deadline: October 25, 2010

• Scholarship & Grant Award Recipients Announced: December 23, 2010

• Funding Period: January 1, 2010 – December 31, 2010

Complete details related to the AANP Foundation Scholarship & Grant Program 2010 Funding Cycle, including a full list of offerings, eligibility requirements, application information and deadlines, are available on the AANP Foundation website, www.aanp.org/foundation.