Fort Wayne Nurses' Ball

01/25/2026

01/19/2026

MLK Day is a reminder that service is powerful—and nurses answer that call every day.

As we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., we recommit ourselves to supporting nurses, investing in education, and uplifting those who care for our community with heart and purpose.

01/11/2026

Fore the love of nurses, save the date and consider supporting a great cause! More details coming your way soon!

01/04/2026

✨ Sunday Spotlight: Pam Kinder-Fountain ✨

This past Nurses Ball, we had the honor of presenting our inaugural Excellence in Service and Care Award to someone who truly embodies the heart of nursing—Pam Kinder-Fountain.

Pam’s career is defined by compassion, selflessness, and an unwavering commitment to those she serves. She leads with integrity, advocates fiercely for her patients, and shows up every single day with grace, humility, and purpose. Her impact reaches far beyond the bedside—touching families, colleagues, and the entire healthcare community.

Pam, your service reminds us why this profession matters and why caring is both an art and a calling. We are so proud to celebrate you and grateful for the example you set for nurses everywhere. 💚

🎥 Be sure to watch the video shared at the Ball to see Pam’s incredible story and the many lives she’s touched. (Click on the link in the comments for the full video!)

12/31/2025

New year. New energy. Same mission. ✨
Here’s to celebrating safely, supporting one another, and continuing to invest in the future of nursing in 2026.

Enjoy your night, make smart choices, and get home safe. 💚
Happy New Year from the Fort Wayne Nurses Ball! #2026

12/28/2025

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🌟 Sunday Spotlight

Meet Lydia Hieber 💉
📍 Indiana University | Class of 2027

“I am so honored to be a recipient of this scholarship. Working in healthcare the past two years has inspired me to create safe, welcoming environments for both patients and caregivers. I’m excited to graduate from IU in 2027 and begin making my mark in healthcare.”

We are proud to support future nurses like Lydia as they work toward their BSN and a career of compassion and service.

12/14/2025

🌟 Sunday Spotlight 🌟

Meet Ashley Sobania
🎓 Vantage Career Center | Class of 2027

A humanitarian at heart, Ashley found her calling in nursing through long-term care—where small acts of kindness make the biggest impact. Her passion for advocacy, compassion, and being a steady presence during life’s most vulnerable moments has inspired her journey to become an LPN.

💚 The future of nursing is bright with leaders like Ashley.

11/30/2025

🌟 Sunday Spotlight 🌟
Today we are honored to introduce Dasia Anderson, Huntington University — Class of 2026.

Dasia will be the first nurse in her family, a milestone she carries with deep pride and purpose. Her passion for nursing was shaped by her younger sister, who lives with Sickle Cell Anemia and has bravely undergone a splenectomy, adenoidectomy, and two full hip replacements — becoming the youngest person in Fort Wayne to receive that procedure.

Through every hurdle, Dasia watched nurses show compassion, skill, and unwavering support. Their care inspired her, and now she is determined to offer that same level of dignity, comfort, and strength to others.

“I don’t see many nurses of color. I am determined to break that barrier.”

Dasia, your commitment to representation, healing, and excellence is exactly why we do what we do. We are proud to support your journey and cannot wait to see the lives you touch and the future you help shape in nursing. 💚✨

Please join us in celebrating Dasia Anderson — a future nurse, a pathbreaker, and a powerful reminder that representation matters.

11/27/2025

Grateful beyond words.
For our board.
For our sponsors.
For our attendees.
And especially for the nurses — here in Fort Wayne and across the world.
You are the reason we do this. 💚

11/23/2025

Sunday Spotlight
Meet Julia Schroeder — 2025 FWNB Scholarship Recipient
University of Saint Francis • Class of 2025

Today we’re proud to shine our Sunday Spotlight on Julia Schroeder, one of our incredible 2025 Fort Wayne Nurses Ball Scholarship winners. Julia is a soon-to-be graduate of the University of Saint Francis, where she has already made a meaningful impact through her dedication, compassion, and unwavering commitment to the nursing profession.
Julia embodies everything our scholarship program was created to support:
💚 A heart for service
💚 A passion for patient-centered care
💚 A drive to elevate the nursing profession
💚 A commitment to lifelong learning
We can’t wait to see the difference she’ll make in the lives of her future patients and in our community. Congratulations, Julia—your FWNB family is cheering you on as you take the next step in your nursing journey!
✨ Here’s to the Class of 2025 and to the next generation of nurses who will change the world.

09/27/2025

✨ We are so excited to see you tonight at the Fort Wayne Nurses’ Ball! The fun starts at 7 PM at the Grand Wayne Convention Center. See you in Conference Room C. Here's the schedule:
7:00 - Doors Open
7:30 - Program Begins
7:50 - Awards
8:08 - Door prizes
8:20 - Toast and dancing!
10:30 - Raffle baskets

09/26/2025

The Fort Wayne Nurses’ Ball gives special thanks to all of our 2025 Silver Sponsors. We could not provide scholarships to future nurses without their generous support!
Heart to Heart Hospice Valparaiso Senior Village Paradigm Health Kingston Care Center of Fort Wayne Cornerstone Caregiving