Dr. Scholl Foundation

 
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    CFDA#

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    Funder Type

    Corporate Foundation

    IT Classification

    C - Funds little to no technology

    Authority

    Dr. Scholl Foundation

    Summary

    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:

    • Education
    • Social Service
    • Healthcare
    • Civic and Cultural
    • Environmental
     

    History of Funding

    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.

    Additional Information

    The foundation does not consider the following for funding:

    • Organizations that do not have a valid IRS 501(c)(3) determination letter
    • Organizations that cannot provide us with at least 3 years of financial activity
    • Political organizations, political action committees, or individual campaigns whose primary purpose is to influence legislation
    • Foundations that are themselves grant making bodies
    • Grants for loans, operating deficit reductions, the liquidation of a debt or general support
    • Grants to individuals
    • Grants are rarely made to endowments or capital campaigns
    • Event sponsorships including the purchase of tables, tickets or advertisements
    • More than one request from the same organization in the same year
    • Publicly supported state, local and federal government organizations (i.e. public schools and municipalities) are rarely considered for grants

    Contacts

    Dr. Scholl Foundation Staff

    Dr. Scholl Foundation Staff
    1033 Skokie Boulevard, Suite 230
    Northbrook, IL 60062
    (847) 559-7430
     

  • Eligibility Details

    The Foundation awards grants to 501(c)(3) organizations.

    Deadline Details

    Grants are considered on an annual basis. The Dr. Scholl Foundation application form can be submitted online 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.

    Award Details

    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.

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