Overview

The Organization for Associate Degree Nursing (OADN) Foundation values nursing education and practice and endeavors to support its members directly engaged in simulation. The OADN Foundation i-Human Patients Simulation Advancement, sponsored by Kaplan, is awarded to a full-time faculty member directly engaged in simulation.

The areas of focus for the grant can include any of the following:

  • Professional Development: Attendance at workshops, conferences, or certification programs related to simulation-based education.
  • Educational Advancement: Enrollment in a formal academic program or course to enhance expertise in nursing simulation.
  • Research & Scholarship: Support for a scholarly project or research focused on the use of simulation.

Grants will be awarded in an amount $2,000. The recipient will be recognized at the 2025 OADN Annual Convention, “Elevating Nursing Education: Embracing Change, Strengthening Community,“ at the Renaissance Nashville Hotel in Nashville, TN, November 20-22, 2025.

Requirements: The applicant must meet the following criteria:
  • Currently employed as a full-time faculty member directly engaged in simulation.
  • Hold an active membership in OADN as an individual or through a program.

Instructions: To apply for the OADN Foundation i-Human Simulation Advancement Grant individuals should submit the following materials by the published deadline:
  • A letter, not to exceed 1000 words explaining your work in simulation as well as addressing how you will use the grant to meet the criteria explained above.
  • A professional colleague’s letter of support attesting to your work in simulation.
  • Curriculum Vitae

The completed grant application must be submitted on or before the deadline of May 15, 2025.


Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Please submit your application on or before the deadline of May 15, 2025 8PM Eastern.

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* 1. Name of Applicant (First, Middle Initial, Last Name):

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* 2. Applicant's Permanent (Preferred) Address:

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* 3. Applicant's Email Address:

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* 4. Applicant's Phone Number:

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* 5. OADN Membership Number:

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* 6. Type of OADN Membership held by applicant:

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* 7. Employer Information:

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* 8. Applicant Letter of Interest

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* 9. Grant Proposal

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* 10. Applicant CV (Principal Investigator) 

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* 11. Applicant CV #1 (f applicable):

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* 12. Applicant CV #2 (if applicable):

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* 13. Applicant CV #3 (if applicable):

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* 14. Applicant CV #4 (if applicable):

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* 15. All applicants for an OADN Foundation award, scholarship or grant must submit a W-9 Request for Taxpayer Identification and Certification Number if selected. I understand that I must submit a W-9 Request for Taxpayer Identification and Certification Number when requested and I am able to comply with this request in a timely manner. Signed (name of applicant):

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* 16. Acknowledgement of Terms: By signing below I acknowledge I have read the OADN Foundation Research Grant Program instructions, criteria, terms and policies found on the OADN Foundation website (https://oadn.org/oadn-foundation) thoroughly. I am familiar with the terms and policies governing this award; I have informed all co-investigators of the terms of this award; and I acknowledge that any variance from the terms of this award will result in a request for return of all awarded funds. Signed by Principal Investigator/Applicant:

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* 17. I have read the application instructions and requirements thoroughly. I understand all application materials must be submitted on or before the deadline of May 15, 2025, at 8PM Eastern, to be considered. Signed (name of applicant):