Programs and Awards

Foundation Awards

Lorraine M. Jordan Advocate of the Year Award

The award is presented to an AANA Foundation advocate or supporter for outstanding advocacy to the nurse anesthesia profession. 

Janice Drake CRNA Humanitarian Award

The Janice Drake CRNA Humanitarian Award is presented to a CRNA/nurse anesthesiologist who volunteers in needy areas of the United States and overseas.

John F. Garde Researcher of the Year Award

The Researcher of the Year Award recognizes significant contributions to the practice of anesthesia through research.

Rita L. LeBlanc Philanthropist of the Year Award

The Philanthropist of the Year Award recognizes an individual who has gone beyond as a supporter of the AANA Foundation.

Discoveries of Distinction

The award recognizes outstanding research on a range of important issues to CRNA/nurse anesthesiologist professionals.

Foundation Grants, Programs and Scholarships

CRNA Scholars

CRNA Scholar funding opportunities are available to CRNAs/nurse anesthesiologists currently enrolled in an educational program.

General and Dedicated Research Grants

Programs are designed to develop and fund researchers in nurse anesthesia.

DEI Initiative Grant

The DEI Initiative Grant supports education and research efforts and increases diversity within the nurse anesthesia profession.

State of the Science Poster Sessions

Share your research findings or creative, innovative techniques in anesthesiology with an oral or general poster presentation.

Doctoral Mentorship Program

Our doctoral mentorship program fosters the development of complementary and shared research programs among CRNAs/nurse anesthesiologists.

Health Policy Institute and Fellowship

The Health Policy Fellowship offers CRNAs/nurse anesthesiologists with an interest in Health Policy on-the-ground experience working in a Capitol Hill office.

Open Submission Educational Grant (Art Zwerling Research Grant)

Open Submission Educational Grant supports educational efforts related to peer assistance, health and wellness, and pain management.

Postdoctoral Fellowship

This full-time research position provides an in-depth mentored training experience.

Resident Grants and Awards

Dean Hayden Resident Grant

The grant is available to resident nurse anesthetists conducting original research and evidence-based practice projects.

Foundation Resident Scholarships

Scholarships are available to all nurse anesthesia residents who are AANA members and currently enrolled in an accredited nurse anesthesia program.

Resident Emergency Educational Scholarship

This scholarship provides needs-based scholarships to support RRNAs experiencing financial hardship due to a crisis.

Program Administrator's Resident Research Project Award

This award recognizes research by a senior nurse anesthesia resident from a nurse anesthesia program.

Program Administrator's Resident Scholarly Project Award

This award recognizes scholarly work by a senior nurse anesthesia resident from a nurse anesthesia program.

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It’s only with the support of our donors that we are able to provide high-impact educational and research programs. Gifts to the AANA Foundation help recognize and foster leaders and innovators in nurse anesthesia. Explore all ways to give.

AANA Member Giving

AANA Foundation offers many giving levels for AANA Members to directly impact the future of nurse anesthesia.

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Non-Member & Recurring Gifts

Members and non-members are invited to set up a recurring gift or make a one-time donation.