Purpose of Grant

The Sigma/American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) provides this grant to encourage qualified nurses to contribute to the advancement of nursing through critical care nursing practice research. Funds for this grant are provided jointly by the AACN and the Sigma Foundation for Nursing.

Grant Details

Grants available: 1 per year
Funding: US $10,000 (max)*
 Deadline: 27 October 2024
 Funding date: 1 January 2025

Eligibility Criteria

  • Registered nurse with current license
  • Earned master's degree
  • Grant proposals must be relevant to critical care nursing practice
  • Be a member of AACN and/or Sigma

Contact AACN for Application Information 

American Association of Critical-Care Nurses
Department of Research
101 Columbia
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656-1491
Phone: 800.899.2226 or 949.362.2000
Fax: 949.362.2020

Application packets submitted to Sigma will not be reviewed.