When patients face a cancer diagnosis, the smallest gaps in care, missed communication, uncoordinated appointments, and limited access can quickly become overwhelming. Oncology nurse Navigators like Megan Wachlin, BSN, RN, OCN®, see these struggles firsthand. Thanks to donor generosity through the Oncology Nursing Foundation (ONF), Megan is leading the charge to transform care delivery.
The Oncology Nursing Foundation (ONF) is proud to continue investing in the future of oncology nursing. Applications for the 2026–2027 academic and conference scholarships will open on September 15, 2025.
Behind every breakthrough in cancer care, there’s a nurse who made a difference. Oncology nurses are the heart of patient-centered care, advocating, educating, and comforting at every stage of cancer journey. But who supports them?
As the Oncology Nursing Society celebrates its 50th anniversary, it’s a fitting moment to spotlight Ryan Iwamoto, newly appointed President of the Oncology Nursing Foundation (ONF) Board of Directors. With a career rooted in patient-centered care and a lifelong passion for advancing the profession, Ryan brings both heart and perspective to this leadership role.
When you donate to the Oncology Nursing Foundation (ONF), you’re doing more than just funding a scholarship; you remove barriers and power real-world change.
Through this generous funding, ONF is proud to announce a new scholarship opportunity for nursing leaders. The Wharton Nursing Leaders Program Scholarship supports nurse managers who have been accepted into the Wharton Nursing Leaders Program at the University of Pennsylvania.
The 50th Annual ONS Congress in Denver, Colorado, was a landmark celebration of oncology nursing excellence—bringing together more than 4,000 attendees in one of the largest gatherings in Congress history. From inspiring sessions to record-breaking support, this year’s event honored five decades of impact while laying the foundation for the next 50 years.
The Oncology Nursing Foundation is thankful for our many friends in the oncology nursing community. ONF is pleased to recognize Cassandra Green, DNP, MSN, RN, OCN®, with the 2025 Friend of the Foundation Award.
Every May, Oncology Nursing Month celebrates the role of oncology nurses in patient care and the impact they have. This year’s theme, Caring Beyond Limits, recognizes the extraordinary dedication of nurses who go above and beyond every day.
