The Daisy Foundation was established by the family of Patrick who received skillful and compassionate care from nurses during his hospitalisation.
The Daisy Foundation has a recognition program "The DAISY Award For Extraordinary Nurses (The DAISY Award)" and a "Grants" program.
- The Daisy Award for Extraordinary Nursing Faculty
 - The Daisy Award for Extraordinary Nursing Students
 - The Daisy Team Award
 - The Daisy Nurse Leader Award
 - The Daisy Award for Extraordinary Nurses
 - The Daisy Lifetime Achievement Award
 
Grants include:
- Health Equity EBP
 - Research Grants
 - Medical Mission Grants
 
Please see the Daisy Foundation website for more details. 
Updated 28 July 2025