Ebony Q Wright
February 2026
Ebony Q
Wright
,
RN
ED
St. Anthony's Hospital
St. Petersburg
,
FL
United States
Their selflessness made a profound difference in the lives of this family and exemplifies the spirit of the DAISY Award.
A family arrived seeking help during a moment of extreme vulnerability. They were facing homelessness and had no safe place to stay overnight, with important arrangements scheduled for the following morning. The situation was urgent, complicated, and emotionally overwhelming.

Recognizing the gravity of the moment and the human need at the center of it, two nurses went far beyond what was expected. When other options were not feasible, they acted purely out of compassion and concern for the family’s safety and dignity. Through their own generosity, they ensured the family had a warm, secure place to stay rather than being left in the cold.

This extraordinary act was not driven by obligation, but by empathy and a deep commitment to caring for people beyond immediate needs. Their actions reflected true advocacy, kindness, and humanity during a time of crisis.

These nurses demonstrated the very heart of compassionate care—recognizing that sometimes the most meaningful healing comes from meeting basic human needs with dignity and grace. Their selflessness made a profound difference in the lives of this family and exemplifies the spirit of the DAISY Award.