The Australian College of Nursing (ACN) Foundation collaborates with the community-at-large to raise funds in support of nurse-led initiatives. These initiatives focus on research, policy development and advocacy, education, scholarship, nurse leadership and the curation of Australian nurse history.

If you wish to support Australian nurses, the ACN Foundation is the organisation that focuses completely on supporting nurses to ensure we continue to have the high standard of quality health care in Australia.

In addition to developing new opportunities in line with its mission, the ACN Foundation administers existing scholarships and grants of the Australian College of Nursing.

 

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Make a tax deductible donation to the Summer Appeal 2025-2026

Your donation today will support a heartfelt initiative to support the next generation of nurse leaders working in health policy across Australia.

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Donate to the Summer Appeal 2025-2026

 

The Bullwinkel Project

Be inspired. Help us remember and honour leadership, courage, bravery and personal sacrifice.

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Institute of Leadership

Nursing leadership is complex and demands tailored knowledge and expertise.

The Institute of Leadership is where nurses develop leadership skills vital to patient safety, care and advocacy.

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Named Subfund

Named Sub-fund

The value of a Named Sub-fund also known as Endowment Fund, is priceless.

It can evoke memories and the history of an individual and all of their achievements.

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Make a gift in your Will

Make a gift in your Will

What will be your legacy? Make a gift in your Will to support nurses.

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Stories

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2026 Bullwinkel Scholarships awarded as ACN marks the Bangka Island Massacre anniversary

The ACN Foundation today announced the 22 recipients of the 2026 Bullwinkel Scholars Program, honouring the legacy of the nurses lost in the Bangka Island Massacre and sole survivor Lieutenant Colonel Vivian Bullwinkel.

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New PhD scholarship program to advance nursing leadership in digital health

ACN Foundation launches a PhD scholarship with ACU, Ausmed and Monash Health to advance nursing leadership in digital health and drive innovation in electronic care.

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We have taken over Grill’d! Help us secure vital funding for nurses

Support Australian nurses this January 2026. Vote for the ACN Foundation during Grill’d Local Matters National Takeover and help secure vital funding.

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ACN Foundation Spring 2025 newsletter now available

Discover the Spring 2025 edition of the ACN Foundation — featuring the latest news, scholarship recipients, and Melanie Robinson’s inspiring story of impact.