GCNF

Global Caring Nurses Foundation, Inc. a 501 (c) (3), charitable organization believes that Global Health Volunteers are role models who exemplify an outstanding and extraordinary commitment to public service, global health and social responsibility. They deserve special recognition for their selfless and outstanding commitment for the betterment of global society and for making a significant impact on the lives of others.

Anyone, including the members of the GCNF Executive Board and Board of Governors are invited to endorse or nominate a Global Health Volunteer either an individual or an organization to be recognized in the Spirit of Mother Theresa Gala Night.

I. Honorees Criteria

These criteria are examples of the qualities and practices that foster Global Health Volunteers
a. Demonstrates selfless commitment to service and the betterment of society.
b. Founder(s) of organization(s) that is dedicated on serving others.
c. Coordinates or facilitates healthcare initiatives with impact to the community and/or globally that will last beyond their lifetime.

II. Nomination Process:

a. Simply complete the form and submit it along with a written summary about the Global Health Volunteers achievement and global health activities involvement.
b. Two letters of recommendation from the coordinator of the healthcare initiatives and from a sponsor in the community and any other information to support your nomination.
c. All nominees must submit a bio and photo, three weeks before the scheduled recognition event.
d. The endorsement form must be either sent on or before the deadline via e-mail, or fax or mail to the Awards Committee.

III. Role of Awards Committee

a. The Awards Committee shall consist of at least three appointed members.
b. The Awards Committee shall review nominations and the supporting evidence of how the nominee demonstrated exemplary qualities in practice and commitment to the public service and social responsibility.
c. Recommendations for the honorees will be presented to the GCNF Board of Directors

IV. Award

All honorees will receive a plaque, and recognition at the Spirit of Mother Theresa Gala Night. The honorees’ name and picture will be published in the Keepsake Tribute booklet. We will also recognize their invaluable contribution to nursing by posting their name in our website at www.thecaringnurses.org.