Awards, Grants, and Scholarships

Celebrate excellence. Support professional growth. Recognize outstanding contributions to pediatric health care.

The Ohio Chapter of the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP) is proud to recognize excellence and support the professional growth of our members through awards, grants, and scholarships. Detailed eligibility requirements, application instructions, and submission deadlines for each award, grant, and scholarship are provided within the individual application materials below. Please note that application and nomination deadlines vary. Be sure to review the deadline listed for each award, grant, or scholarship below.

Award, grant, and scholarship recipients may be recognized publicly through the Ohio NAPNAP website, newsletters, social media platforms, conference materials, and other communications, including local media outlets. Recipient names, photographs, and award information may be used to celebrate their achievements and promote the mission of the Ohio Chapter of NAPNAP.

For questions regarding the Awards, Grants, and Scholarships program or the application process, please contact us.

Awards

The Ohio Chapter is proud to recognize excellence through its annual awards program. These awards honor the outstanding contributions of our members, as well as individuals, organizations, and groups whose leadership, innovation, advocacy, and service advance the health and well-being of infants, children, adolescents, and their families while promoting excellence in pediatric advanced practice nursing. Nomination Deadline for All Awards: Monday, May 3, 2027, by 5:00 p.m. ET.

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Nurse Practitioner of the Year Award

The Nurse Practitioner of the Year Award recognizes a pediatric or family nurse practitioner who has made outstanding contributions to the nursing profession through excellence in clinical practice, research, evidence-based practice, quality improvement, community engagement, interdisciplinary collaboration, leadership, or innovation that advances the health and well-being of infants, children, adolescents, and young adults.

Eligibility:

Current member of the Ohio Chapter of NAPNAP.
Currently practicing as a nurse practitioner in the field of pediatrics.
Meet all additional eligibility requirements outlined in the award application.

The recipient will receive:

A one-year complimentary membership to the Ohio Chapter of NAPNAP.
A commemorative engraved plaque presented during the Annual Awards Ceremony, held in conjunction with the Ohio NAPNAP Annual Statewide Conference.
Recognition through the Ohio Chapter’s website, newsletter, social media platforms, and other Chapter communications. With the recipient’s permission, recognition may also be shared with their employer and local media outlets.

Submit a Nomination: Nurse Practitioner of the Year

 Nomination Deadline: Monday, May 3, 2027, by 5:00 p.m. ET

Student of the Year Award

The Student of the Year Award recognizes an outstanding graduate nursing student who demonstrates exceptional leadership, scholarship, professionalism, and service while preparing for advanced pediatric nursing practice.

Eligibility:

Current member of the Ohio Chapter of NAPNAP.
Enrolled in an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) graduate program in Ohio that prepares nurses to provide pediatric care.
Meet all additional eligibility requirements outlined in the award application.

The recipient will receive:

A complimentary student conference registration to the upcoming Ohio NAPNAP Annual Statewide Conference.
A commemorative engraved plaque presented during the Annual Awards Ceremony, held in conjunction with the Ohio NAPNAP Annual Statewide Conference.
Recognition through the Ohio Chapter’s website, newsletter, social media platforms, and other Chapter communications. With the recipient’s permission, recognition may also be shared with their employer and local media outlets.

Submit a Nomination: Student of the Year

 Nomination Deadline: Monday, May 3, 2027, by 5:00 p.m. ET

Child Advocate of the Year Award

The Child Advocate of the Year Award recognizes an individual, organization, or group whose advocacy and leadership have made a significant impact on children’s health while advancing pediatric health care and promoting the role of pediatric-focused nurse practitioners.

Eligibility:

Nominations must be submitted by a current member of the Ohio Chapter.
Meet all additional eligibility requirements outlined in the award application.

The recipient will receive:

A commemorative engraved plaque presented during the Annual Awards Ceremony, held in conjunction with the Ohio NAPNAP Annual Statewide Conference.
Recognition through the Ohio Chapter’s website, newsletter, social media platforms, and other Chapter communications. With the recipient’s permission, recognition may also be shared with their employer and local media outlets.

Submit a Nomination: Child Advocate of the Year

 Nomination Deadline: Monday, May 3, 2027, by 5:00 p.m. ET

In addition to recognizing excellence through our awards program, the Ohio Chapter of NAPNAP is committed to supporting the professional growth and scholarly endeavors of its members through Grants and Scholarships. These funding opportunities promote research, evidence-based practice, quality improvement, health policy, leadership development, continuing education, and service that advance pediatric health care and the nursing profession.

Grants

Research Studies, Scholarly Projects, and Service Grants

The Research Studies, Scholarly Projects, and Service Grants provide financial support for member-led research studies, scholarly projects, including evidence-based practice (EBP), quality improvement (QI), and health policy initiatives, and service activities that align with the mission and goals of the organization. DNP and PhD students who are current members of the Ohio Chapter of NAPNAP are strongly encouraged to apply.

Eligibility:

Applicants must be a current member of the Ohio Chapter of NAPNAP.
Provide documentation of Institutional Review Board (IRB) approval (when applicable) and administrative approval from each project site before grant funds are awarded.
Meet all additional eligibility requirements outlined in the grant application.

The recipient will receive:

A $500 grant to support eligible project, scholarly, research, or service-related expenses.
Recognition through the Ohio Chapter’s website, newsletter, social media platforms, and other Chapter communications. With the recipient’s permission, recognition may also be shared with their employer and local media outlets.

Apply for a Grant

 Grant applications are accepted throughout the year (rolling applications)

Scholarships

The Ohio Chapter is committed to investing in the professional growth and continued development of its members through Scholarships that support continuing education, leadership development, and excellence in pediatric advanced practice nursing.

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National Conference Scholarships

The Ohio Chapter of NAPNAP is committed to investing in the professional growth and continued development of its members through scholarship opportunities that support continuing education, leadership development, and excellence in pediatric advanced practice nursing. The National Conference Scholarship provides $1,500 to assist Ohio Chapter members with the cost of attending the annual National Conference on Pediatric Health Care.

Eligibility:

Two scholarships are awarded each year: One Full, Retiree, or Associate Member and one Student Member.
Meet all additional eligibility requirements outlined in the scholarship application.
Priority is given to applicants who demonstrate leadership and contributions to professional service, nursing education, practice innovation, improved patient outcomes, research, or community service benefiting children and families.

Recipients will receive:

A $1,500 scholarship to help offset conference registration fees and/or travel expenses associated with attending the National Conference on Pediatric Health Care.
Recognition through the Ohio Chapter’s website, newsletter, social media platforms, and other Chapter communications. With the recipient’s permission, recognition may also be shared with their employer and local media outlets.

Following the conference, recipients are asked to submit a brief summary of their experience. These reflections may be shared through the Ohio Chapter’s website, newsletters, and social media platforms to highlight the impact of professional development and scholarship support.

The 48th National Conference on Pediatric Health Care will be held March 20-24, 2027, at the SAFE Credit Union Convention Center in Sacramento, California. For conference details, please visit the national conference webpage.

Apply for a National Conference Scholarship

 National Conference Scholarship Application Deadline: Tuesday, December 1, 2026, by 5:00 p.m. ET

MaryAnn Rosencrans Mental Health Scholarship

The MaryAnn Rosencrans Mental Health Scholarship provides $500 to support pediatric-focused advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) who demonstrate a commitment to improving the mental and behavioral health of children and adolescents.

Eligibility:

Applicants must be a current Ohio NAPNAP member for a minimum of two years.
Be currently practicing in a pediatric-focused APRN role.
Meet all additional eligibility requirements outlined in the scholarship application.
Preference will be given to pediatric-focused APRNs who have demonstrated leadership and commitment in caring for children and adolescents with emotional or behavioral health conditions.

Recipients will receive:

A $500 scholarship to support continuing education or professional development related to pediatric mental and behavioral health.
Recognition through the Ohio Chapter’s website, newsletter, social media platforms, and other Chapter communications. With the recipient’s permission, recognition may also be shared with their employer and local media outlets.

Apply for a Mental Health Scholarship

 MaryAnn Rosencrans Mental Health Scholarship applications are accepted throughout the year (rolling applications)