Press Release

For Immediate Release Contact: Jasmine Melendez (718) 210-0705 x 118 Email: [email protected]

A Message to NSNA Members Affected by Hurricane Matthew

Brooklyn, NY – October 14, 2016.  This past week, communities along the United States southeastern seaboard were devastated by Hurricane Matthew, which left a trail of destruction in its wake. Widespread flooding still hampers efforts of first responders and impedes many from returning to their homes. All of us at NSNA offer our thoughts and prayers to all who were affected by this storm. We hope for a safe and quick return to normal life for all those affected. In response to messages from students who lost their homes, schools, and in some cases family members, the Foundation of the NSNA established the Disaster Relief Fund in 2005, following the devastation caused by Hurricane Katrina. This fund was created to help nursing students affected by disasters to recover and continue their education. If you are a student in one of the affected areas, the Dean/Director of your school of nursing can apply for a grant from the Disaster Relief Fund. Information about the fund can be found by visiting www.forevernursing.org under the grants area. The 34th MidYear Career Planning Conference takes place in Kansas City, Missouri from November 10-13, 2016. On Friday, November 11, the FNSNA will host the “FNSNA Sports Zone” fundraiser. All funds raised at this event will support the Disaster Relief Fund. Please know that the entire NSNA community stands with those affected by Hurricane Matthew. NSNA encourages members to support fellow nursing students who are in need of disaster relief by donating to the Disaster Relief Fund at www.forevernursing.org . Your support can make a difference in the life of a future nurse.

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About the National Student Nurses' Association, Inc. NSNA is a membership organization representing 60,000 students in Associate Degree, Diploma, Baccalaureate, and generic Masters nursing programs.  The Association’s mission is to increase the leadership capacity and professional career development of nursing students with an outcome of delivering high-quality patient care as registered nurses.

About the Foundation of National Student Nurses' Association, Inc.

The Foundation of the National Student Nurses Association (FNSNA) was created in 1969 to honor France Tompkins, the Association’s first Executive Director. Organized exclusively for charitable and educational purposes, the Foundation awards scholarships to qualified nursing students. Contributions to the FNSNA are tax- deductible. Since 1974, the FNSNA has awarded over $4.3 million dollars in scholarships to undergraduate nursing students. The Foundation is organized as a 501 C3 charitable foundation. For more information, visit www.forevernursing.org.