Hardship grants
Hardship grants are one-off payments of up to £500, depending on your circumstances and the number of applications we receive.
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The RCN Foundation are here to help.
Hardship grants are one-off payments of up to £500, depending on your circumstances and the number of applications we receive.
Apply for a professional development or student grant. For courses or modules starting between 1 January - 31 December 2025.
We invest in the nursing and midwifery professions and improve patient care.
We recently provided a hardship grant to Lily, a single mother and qualified nurse who was made homeless by her landlord. Hear Lily's story, in her own words:
The nursing and midwifery community needs your support now more than ever. Your generosity will help us care for those who care for us at a time when the nursing and midwifery community need us most.
Donate online and support nurses, midwives, and healthcare support workers facing financial hardship
And support nursing and midwifery teams for generations
Organise a bake sale, organise a charity event, or even run a marathon – there are endless ways to fundraise and support the nursing and midwifery family. However you’d like to fundraise, we'll support you all the way
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The annual award will fund a nurse or midwifery-led project which aims to oppose racism and promote racial equality within nursing and midwifery.
Join us on 22 October for an evening of thought-provoking discussions and networking opportunities. This event aims to shed light on the economic impact that RNLDs have on the individuals with lived experience they care for.
Created in memory of nurse Amin, the annual award will fund research into supportive nursing practices. Deadline: 5pm on 15 October.
Registered charity number: SC043663 (Scotland) 1134606 (England and Wales) | Registered Company: 7026001