In 2025, the Oncology Nursing Foundation approved over $830,000 in funding.
$231,000
for academic scholarships
$175,464
for conference scholarships
$399,933
for research grants
$31,502
for career development awards
Since 1981, we have awarded more than $34 million in research grants, fellowships, academic scholarships, lectures, public education projects, career development awards, and ONS Congress scholarships.
Learn more about our opportunities and how the Oncology Nursing Foundation supports nurses as they "Learn, Grow, and Lead".
Education
We provide scholarships, career development, academic education awards, and more to fulfill the career potential of nurses.
Leadership and Career Development
We offer scholarships and awards to awaken the leadership potential in oncology nurses, learn the newest treatments and management strategies in cancer care and ensure the future of our profession.
Research
We support research grants and fellowships to identify and test new insights into patient care.
The E-Learning Program is provided through the generosity of the Lenhard Family Fund of the Oncology Nursing Foundation.
Conference Scholarships
We support nurses interested in improving cancer care by developing their personal knowledge through attending ONS Congress® and ONS Bridge™.
Chapter Funding
We provide support to ONS Chapters to develop and support leadership at the local level.
Recipient Resources
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