Grant Information
Thank you for your interest in the Ryan and Jenny Dempster Family Foundation.
If your organization would like to apply for a grant, please follow the instructions below. Our 2012 grant cycle will take place August 1, 2012 – October 1, 2012 with grants to be announced in November 2012.
Click here for a list of 2011 Grant Recipients
The Ryan and Jenny Dempster Family Foundation strives to lend support to charities and organizations supporting children with 22q11.2 deletion (DiGeorge Syndrome/VCFS) through monetary grants, programs and increased community awareness. The Dempster Foundation empowers organizations to help children with rare illnesses overcome difficult situations through:
- providing funding to continue research for early detection of this disorder in children,
- supporting programs about 22q that provide education, physical therapy and activity to promote long term well being,
- creating initiatives that build and instill confidence in these children,
- developing a 22q network for families affected by this disorder to share stories and help navigate healthcare options and treatment.
Grants are awarded annually from $1000 to $20,000.
In order to be eligible for a grant, your organization must:
- have been in existence for two or more years
- Have 501(c)3 IRS status
- include a copy of the determination letter with application.
Priority will be given to organizations located in the following areas:
- Illinois
- Arizona
- If you are a charitable organization in Canada please click here to Dempster Foundation Canada
If your organization qualifies, download an application and mail it to:
The Ryan and Jenny Dempster Family Foundation
P.O. Box 371
Lawrenceville, GA 30046
(or) email to: info@dempsterfoundation.org
Other Application Information:
Initial approach: Written inquiry/letter (no calls, please)
Annual Grant Application Deadline: Oct. 1st of each year
Grants available: $1000 to $20,000
Grant Applications available on line
Grant Recipients are announced in November.
Download copy of Grant Application Form (PDF)
Download copy of Grant Application Form (Word)
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