Celebrate Caring - We honor the region's top nurses - IBX

Help us honor nurses for their exceptional acts of caring


Nurses do so much to keep their patients and communities healthy every day. When it matters most, they are there for us, offering comfort, hope, and healing. Their caring and compassion deserves recognition.

For the eighth year, Independence Blue Cross (IBX) is proud to spotlight the region’s top nurses through our Celebrate Caring campaign.


Nominate a nurse whose caring changes lives

Every act of care has a story. Tell us about a nurse who showed what caring truly means. Share your story by May 24 of a special nurse who has made a lasting impact in your life for a chance to have that nurse recognized and rewarded through Celebrate Caring.

Three winners will be selected. The winning nurses will receive the Sunshine Award for their commitment to delivering compassionate care, dedication to the community, and innovation in their work. The award is named in honor of the late Paula Sunshine, former IBX Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Executive, who helped launch Celebrate Caring in 2019.


Paula Sunshine presenting the 2019 award to nurse Kathy Einthoven.

Prizes and recognition

Winners will receive the following prizes:

  • $500 cash prize
  • $2,500 donation on their behalf to a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization of their choice
  • A pair of Phillies tickets
  • Celebratory event

Winners will also be featured on 6abc, iHeartRadio, and the IBX website and social media.

Note: Nurses must live in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, or Delaware to be eligible.

See complete rules

2025 Winners

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