The Dr. Scholl Foundation was established by William M. Scholl, M.D., in 1947. It is a private, independent grant-making foundation for charitable purposes. The Dr. Scholl Foundation is dedicated to providing financial assistance to organizations committed to improving our world. Applications for grants are considered in the following areas:
Applicants should submit the following:
Over the past decade, approximately 28% of grants have been related to education, 28% to social services, 22% to hospitals and healthcare, 17% to civic and cultural with the remaining percentage spread out in the above categories. The majority of grants are made in the U.S. However the foundation recognizes the need for a global outlook.
The foundation does not consider the following for funding:
The Foundation awards grants to valid Internal Revenue Service 501(c)(3) organizations.
Grants are considered on an annual basis. The Dr. Scholl Foundation application form can be submitted between October 1 and March 1, annually. If March 1 falls on a Saturday or Sunday the deadline is moved to 4:00 pm (CST) the following Monday.
The foundation acknowledges receipt of proposals and will grant interviews with applicants at any stage in the application process. Funds authorized will be awarded during the latter part of Dec. of each year. At the conclusion of a project, the foundation requires a final accounting and final report, together with a statement as to the results achieved under the grant
Award amounts vary. There is no limit; however, on average, grants range from $5,000 to $25,000. The Foundation only accepts requests for one year of funding.