Colorado Nurses Foundation

06/03/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Excellence in Nursing Awards on May 16th at the Denver Art Museum.

Your presence helped make the evening a meaningful celebration for the extraordinary nurses who provide compassionate care, advance the profession, and strengthen the health of our communities across Colorado.

We are grateful for your continued support of the Colorado Nurses Foundation and our mission to recognize, empower, and invest in nurses. By attending this special event, you helped honor the dedication, leadership, and impact of nursing professionals throughout our state.

We look forward to continuing this important work together and hope to see you again next year!
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05/26/2026

05/20/2026

Continuing our Board Member Spotlight series, this month we shine a light on Tondeleyo Gonzalez and the incredible heart she brings to the Colorado Nurses Foundation.

With a background as a trained Trauma and PICU nurse, Tondeleyo understands that nursing thrives when we lift each other up. Her commitment to mentorship and advocacy ensures that the next generation of nurses has the support they need to lead and belong.

We are so grateful for her passion for education and her dedication to advancing the profession across Colorado. Thank you, Tondeleyo, for your leadership and for always paying it forward! ✨
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05/18/2026

What an incredible evening celebrating 40 years of excellence! 🥂

We are so inspired by the 2026 Excellence in Nursing Award's phenomenal group of recipients and nominees. Each of you plays a vital role in the health of our communities, and we are honored to celebrate your hard work and dedication.

A huge thank you to everyone who made the night a huge success. Here’s to many more years of elevating the nursing profession together!
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05/14/2026

We are proud to celebrate the recipients of the Roy Anderson Memorial Scholarship, established in honor of Roy Anderson, who served as the Executive Director of Presbyterian Medical Center from 1964–1979.

This scholarship is awarded to dedicated BSN or higher-degree students who embody the leadership and commitment to excellence that Roy Anderson championed throughout his career. These future nursing leaders are taking bold steps toward advancing healthcare in Colorado, and we’re honored to support their journey through this meaningful legacy.

Interested in learning more about our scholarships or supporting the next generation? Visit our website to explore scholarship opportunities or make a donation to invest in Colorado’s nursing future.
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05/12/2026

Happy International Nurses Day!

Today, we join the global community in celebrating the profound impact nurses have on humanity. From the front lines in Colorado to healthcare settings across the globe, your expertise and heart are the universal language of healing.

As we wrap up Nurses Week, we want to say again: Thank you for all that you do.
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05/08/2026

To the students pulling all-nighters, mastering clinicals, and dedicating themselves to the art of care, today is for you! Happy St

We are so proud to support the next generation of Colorado nurses. Your passion is the future of our profession.
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05/06/2026

Today kicks off Nurses Week (May 6–12), a time to honor the compassion, resilience, and expertise that Colorado nurses bring to our communities every single day.

What better way to cap off these celebrations than with our biggest event of the season? We’re wrapping up Nurses Week by honoring our peers at the 2026 Excellence in Nursing Awards Gala!

When: May 16th, 2026
Where: Denver Art Museum
Attire: Celebrating 40 years of nursing excellence in style.
Tickets: Snag yours at https://www.coloradonursesfoundation.com/gala2026

To all the nurses out there: thank you for being the heart of healthcare. This week is for you!
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05/04/2026

We are incredibly proud to announce the 78 finalists for the 2026 Excellence in Nursing Awards!

These individuals represent the pinnacle of care, leadership, and innovation across Colorado. As we celebrate 40 years of excellence, this milestone year feels more special than ever.

✨ Join us for A Night in Excellence as we announce recipients live at the gala.
Date: May 16th, 2026
Venue: The iconic Denver Art Museum
Tickets: Available now via the link in our bio!

Let’s celebrate these 78 extraordinary nurses who continue to shape the future of healthcare in our state. See you at the museum!
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