The DAISY Foundation

Wow! This is amazing! Ancy and Stacie a mother and daughter receive The DAISY Award on the same day at different hospitals. Congratulations to them both!

We were amazed to learn that twin sisters Kimberly and Carrie both received the DAISY Award in 2024—at different facilities! To our knowledge, this is the first time twin sisters have been honored separately for their exceptional nursing care. ✨ Double the dedication, double the compassion! ✨ Join us in celebrating Kimberly and Carrie for their unwavering commitment to making a difference in their patients’ lives.

Attention DAISY Honorees! We’re offering a grant of up to $1,500 to support your mission and help you bring care to those in need. This is your chance to continue making a difference around the world. If you are interested in a medical mission but unsure of where to start, we have several supportive associations that need volunteers: Mercy Ships, U-VOL Foundation, and VOOM Foundation. Learn more or apply here: https://lnkd.in/gCRx7_5i You can apply for this grant year-round, but the next application cycle closes on April 1st.

At 13 weeks pregnant, a patient sought answers in L&D when her OB office left her in the dark. That’s when she met Kelsey—a nurse who went above and beyond to ensure she got the best care possible. For the rest of her pregnancy, the patient expressed that she felt so grateful for that experience because it led her to the best OB care. Weeks later, at 35 weeks pregnant, the patient found herself back in L&D triage, in preterm labor. Amidst the chaos, Kelsey was there again—advocating, supporting, and ensuring she received the best care. But the true miracle? When the patient’s newborn had a terrifying reflux episode in a Walmart parking lot, Kelsey just happened to be there, jumping into the ambulance to help. The patient said it felt like a miracle that Kelsey was there and helped to get the baby stable. Thank you, Kelsey, for all you did for your patient and her baby! Congratulations on being a DAISY Honoree! Read Kelsey’s nomination story here: https://lnkd.in/eVkEK8KF Help us celebrate Kelsey by adding a comment.

🌟 Nurses Week is Almost Here! 🌟 Celebrate the incredible nurses who make a difference every day with us! 🧦 NEW DAISY Compression Socks! A special Nurses Week gift—limited quantity, so order soon! 🏆 Expand Your Nurse Recognition! With eight different DAISY Awards, you can honor nurses in every role and setting. Order by April 15th! 🛍️ Shop DAISY Merchandise! New items now available—perfect for showing appreciation. 📖 Special 25th Anniversary Edition of Shining the Light on All the Right is now available! The e-book and audio book are ideal for our international partners. 🔗 Learn more and place your orders today: https://lnkd.in/gJ-Cru8p

Attention DAISY Honorees! We have an exciting opportunity for you! Since 2017, Careismatic Brands has been proudly helping extraordinary nurses advance their professional journeys by offering financial grants to DAISY Honorees. These grants, known as Conference Grants, help cover the costs of attending continuing education conferences. Nurses can use the grants toward the conference of their choice. This year, 20 DAISY Honorees will receive up to $2,000 toward conference expenses, thanks to Healing Hands, a Careismatic Brand, and The DAISY Foundation. This opportunity is open to past or present DAISY Honorees worldwide! Apply today! https://lnkd.in/gM9bamcG

Have you ordered your copy of the 25th Anniversary Edition of Shining the Light on All the Right? This heartfelt tribute to nurses and the power of compassionate care is now available in paperback, e-book, and audio book. You can order yours today! Use this link to learn more: https://lnkd.in/gR-6uuD

Recently our Co-Founder Bonnie Barnes, FAAN had a discussion with Chaitenya Razdan on Chatting with Chat. Check out the whole episode here: https://lnkd.in/gj6wraBP

Nurse Nate's compassion and dedication went far beyond his duty when he helped an Amharic-speaking family navigate an overwhelming situation. A patient, brought in as a John Doe, was believed to be nonverbal and mentally handicapped. With the assistance of Dekalb police detectives, his parents were located—but they only spoke Tigrinya, one of Ethiopia's major languages, which Nate happened to know from his background. Understanding the urgency, Nate comforted the patient and confirmed his identity, bringing him a moment of relief. When the elderly, non-English-speaking parents struggled to find the hospital, Nate spent two hours patiently guiding them over the phone, even giving them his personal phone number. Though his shift had ended, he stayed to ensure they were reunited with their son, providing much-needed peace in an unfamiliar country. Despite the patient not being assigned to him, Nate answered the call of humanity, proving that true care extends beyond professional duty. Congratulations, Nate! Send Nate kind words and congratulations in the comments. Read Nate’s nomination story here: https://lnkd.in/gNc3Hbfw

Grant Application is due March 2nd! If you are a CNO, Nurse, or DAISY Coordinator please pass this information along to nurses who may be interested. We want everyone to know about our grant opportunities and be able to apply. Learn more about our Health Equity Grants for Addressing Social Determinates of Health (SDOH) here: https://lnkd.in/g3ubuieC