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HELENE FULD COLLEGE OF NURSING RECEIVES $250,000 CABRINI GRANT Funding for HFCN Presidential Scholarships Will Support Nursing Students, Help Address Nursing Shortage, and Improve Community Health and Well-Being

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February 2, 2026

NEW YORK, NY – ������ today announced it is the recipient of a $250,000 grant from Mother Cabrini Health Foundation, which recognized HFCN’s innovative and vital role in strengthening the health care system by educating the nurses of tomorrow with a focus on vulnerable New Yorkers.

Located in Harlem, ������ has been a leader in nursing education for more than 80 years, offering students from underrepresented communities top-notch classroom and clinical experiences, and a life-changing career path that benefits them, their families and their patients. More than 80 percent of HFCN students are women and members of minority groups, and many are economically disadvantaged, facing significant financial barriers to enrolling and remaining in their chosen programs.

Dr. Joyce Griffin-Sobel, President & CEO of ������, says, “The entire HFCN community is tremendously grateful to Mother Cabrini Health Foundation for this generous grant and the Foundation’s confidence in the work we are doing. This funding comes at a crucial time, as HFCN strives to provide access to more students who would otherwise be unable to afford a nursing education. That education, in turn, means more highly skilled nurses entering the health care system. HFCN is proud to be among the outstanding organizations recognized by Mother Cabrini Health Foundation for working to improve the health and well-being of our entire community, especially the most vulnerable New Yorkers.” Dr. Griffin-Sobel added, “������ just celebrated our 80th anniversary, and I can’t think of a better way to begin our ninth decade of service than by receiving this important grant.”

The New York State Department of Health projects New York will experience a shortage of almost 40,000 nurses by 2030. HFCN currently has more than 1,000 students, and graduates about 300 students each year. This generous grant will provide vital student support, helping ensure more aspiring nurses can pursue a Helene Fuld education.��

������ was founded in 1945 as a private, nonprofit college at the forefront of nursing education. HFCN is an independent single-purpose institution with a mission to provide a dynamic career-ladder approach to nursing education to improve professional practice and contribute to the health of communities. For more information, visit .

The Mother Cabrini Health Foundation is a private, nonprofit organization whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of New Yorkers, bolster the health outcomes of vulnerable communities, eliminate barriers to care, and bridge gaps in health services. Named after a tireless advocate for immigrants, children, and the poor, the Foundation funds programs and initiatives across New York State, including many that reflect a variety of religions and faiths. The grantees provide either direct healthcare services or address the social determinants of health. For more information, visit .