Scholarships are available to ANA\California Members who want to attend professional nursing conferences that advance their leadership, advocacy, or practice.

Applications are accepted year-round, but must be submitted 3–6 months before the intended conference. Applications submitted more than 6 months ahead are accepted, but priority is given to nearer events.

Applications are reviewed monthly (on or around the 15th of each month).

Decisions are made no later than 90 days before the conference. If you have not been notified at least 60 days before your conference, you may consider yourself not selected (and are encouraged to reapply for a future event).

Awardees receive notice at least 90 days before the conference.

The award packet includes:

• An official award letter

• Scholarship reimbursement form

• Instructions for required documentation

Within 2 weeks of notice, awardees must:

• Confirm supervisor approval for time off

• Submit proof of registration, travel, and lodging

• Complete the Scholarship Reimbursement Form

The Foundation provides direct reimbursement. Once all required documents are submitted, reimbursement checks are issued within 30 days.

Failure to attend after receiving funds (due to canceling registration, flights, or lodging) requires full reimbursement of the disbursed funds to the ANA\California Foundation.

For a conference on October 15:

• July 1 → Application reviewed

• July 15 → Award notification (≥3 months before event)

• July 30 → Awardee submits registration proof & reimbursement form

• August 30 → Reimbursement check issued

• October 15 → Nurse attends conference