HUGS Mary Alice Adkison Oncology Nursing Fund
Mary Alice Adkison dedicated her entire life to helping others in the community that she grew up in and loved. It is fitting that her legacy will continue through the establishment of an Oncology Nursing Fund to financially assist nurses who are dedicated to the fight against cancer and wish to advance their clinical expertise by obtaining Oncology Nurse Certification.
Since the beginning of HUGS Charities, Mary Alice worked passionately to benefit local individuals and families affected by cancer. As HUGS’ first treasurer, she implemented its 501(c)3 status as a tax free charity and tirelessly continued to dedicate her time and energy as a HUGS board member. After she herself was diagnosed with cancer, she enthusiastically attended the 2022 fundraiser in her wheelchair and personally encouraged people to contribute more than they would have by convincing them how much their contribution would help others.
None of the monies for HUGS Charities general fund will go to the Oncology Nursing Fund. Thanks to generous donors, this fund will be financed by monies specifically donated to the fund as a lasting way to recognize Mary Alice’s dedication and contribution to the fight against cancer.
Donations
We thankfully accept donations to the HUGS Mary Alice Adkison Oncology Nursing Fund.
To pay by check, please designate the Oncology Nursing Fund on the check and remit to: HUGs Charities, PO Box 34, Ocala, FL 34478.
To pay by credit card, go to HUGSCharities.org and please designate Oncology Nursing Fund in the Donation Memo block.
Process & Criteria
Purpose: To provide financial assistance to qualified Registered Nurses working in the Oncology field in Marion County, FL to achieve Oncology Nurse Certification.
The process and criteria for receiving funds are as follows:
The potential applicant must review Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation (ONCC) criteria to determine their eligibility (See ONCC.org > get-certified for details).
Additionally, HUGS requires the applicant have at least 1200 hours of adult oncology practice prior to applying for reimbursement of study materials.
The applicant must be currently employed in the Oncology field in Marion County, FL.
The completed application (found on HUGSCharities.org) must be submitted to the HUGS Oncology Nursing Fund subcommittee. Submit to HUGSnursingfund@gmail.com.
Applications are reviewed, verified and approved monthly by the subcommittee. An in-person or virtual meeting may be requested between applicant and subcommittee member(s) prior to approval.
Approval by the subcommittee is determined based on the meeting of criteria and the availability of funds.
A maximum of $2000 may be awarded per applicant, based on availability of funds.
Disbursements will be made in several intervals. Funds for reimbursement are available for study materials, online or in-person review course, travel expenses and examination fee (plus “Double Take” option). Receipts are required for reimbursement.
Expenses reimbursed by your employer are NOT eligible to be reimbursed by this program.
A “Completion Bonus” is offered for successful completion of certification process. Proof of completion is required.
To be eligible for Completion Bonus, applicant must complete the certification process within 1 calendar year from initial application.
For questions, visit HUGSCharities.org or inquire to HUGSnursingfund@gmail.com.