What areas of children’s programming do you support?
The Foundation supports  programs which encourage early childhood literacy and well being.

I have a children’s program which is neither literacy or well being related. May I still apply?
Unsolicited requests for funds in areas other than children's literacy or well being are not accepted.

I was funded in the past, but my program is in an area other than literacy or well being. May I apply?
The interests of the Foundation have changed over time. Unsolicited requests in areas other than literacy and well being will not be accepted, even from prior grant recipients.

How old are “children”?
The Foundation’s main focus is on children from birth through elementary school (grade six), or approximately twelve years of age.

Does the Foundation support capital campaigns?
The Foundation does not provide funds for capital improvements other than in connection with the implementation of a specific program being supported.

Does the Foundation make multi-year grants?
The Foundation will not consider a request for a multi-year grant from an applicant who has not previously been funded by the Foundation.

Does the Foundation provide funding for individual scholarships for children?
The Foundation does not make grant to individuals nor strictly for scholarship programs. Grants are made only to qualifying tax exempt organizations.

What size grants does the Foundation make?
The Foundation does not have a standard dollar amount for grants.

How do I submit an Application?
The first step in the application process is the submission of an on-line Letter of Inquiry (LOI). If the Trustees have an interest in the program being discussed, you will be asked to complete a complete on-line Application. Further information can be found on the How To Apply page.

Must I use the on-line application? Can’t I submit a paper copy?
The Foundation only accepts on-line applications. Should this provide an extreme hardship, please Contact Us.

I want to submit a DVD, CD, brochure or other materials with my Letter of Inquiry. How do I do that?
The Trustees do not accept supplementary materials with initial Letters of Inquiry.

I'm having technical problems using the on-line process, e.g. - my file won't upload. How do I get help?
Questions regarding use of the on-line system should be sent via email to onlinehelp at shoolman.org

When can I submit a Letter of Inquiry (LOI)?
LOIs are accepted at anytime.

If our Letter of Inquiry (LOI) is turned down, how soon may we apply again?
Organizations should wait a minimum of 24 months before reapplying.

My organization is not located in metropolitan New York or Southeastern Massachusetts. Are we still eligible for a grant?
The Foundation’s grant-making activities are concentrated in the New York metropolitan area and Southeastern Massachusetts. Organizations which do not serve those areas and which have not specifically been requested by the Trustees to apply for funding should not expect favorable action on their applications.

If I have a question may I contact the Foundation prior to submitting a Letter of Inquiry (LOI)?
Certainly. Please see the Contact Us page.