Apply for a Grant

The Podiatry Foundation is committed to providing grant funds for research and educational projects that enhance the future of podiatric medical education.

To submit an application, the following guidelines must be met:

Proposal must be relevant to podiatric medical education or research.
Applicant must be part of an IRS approved 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(6) not for profit organization.
A 501(c)(6) organization may not use awarded funds for any function related to lobbying activities or for any purpose other than those charitable purposes for which the funds are specifically designated.
The Podiatry Foundation cannot award a grant to an individual person who is not associated with the above-mentioned IRS approved organizations.
Grants will be made to projects deemed to have the highest potential impact on podiatric medical education and research.

Grant recipients may be required to submit periodic reports on the use of the funds and the progress of the project to The Podiatry Foundation Executive Director. All recipients must submit a final report on the results of the project by the specified date established within the guidelines of the award letter. Normally, grants are awarded for no more than a one-year period.

For more information on grants provided by private foundations, we recommend visiting IRS.gov. You can view a sample IRS determination letter here.

Have questions about our grant process & policies?

Please note that there are 5 programs in which to apply for a grant. If you are unsure of which program to use, contact us and we will help you select the appropriate one.

If you are a first-time applicant, please click on the blue “Register” button at the top right-hand corner to create your account and get started.

The Podiatry Foundation has been instrumental in advancing the podiatry profession through its unwavering support of educational projects and continuing medical education programs. Their commitment to funding these types of grants has significantly contributed to the industry's growth and development. As the foremost recognized source for such funding, The Podiatry Foundation continues to help shape the future of podiatry.

The Podiatry Foundation is the premier organization for supporting students, residents and attendings throughout their podiatry career. The Thomas V. Melillo Full Tuition Scholarship Award is an example of this support, which for me, was a life altering scholarship! It not only decreased financial burden and stress throughout my young adult life but also opened my eyes to the generosity of the Podiatry Foundation. I cannot thank the Podiatry Foundation enough for their support and this wonderful opportunity. For all considering applying for a grant, I cannot recommend this organization enough!

Grants awarded to the American Podiatric Medical Association, Inc. (APMA) for continuing podiatric medical education programs enable the association to defray the costs of program development, meeting promotion to physicians, registration, on-site management, materials and A/V, required CE signage, CE credit management, and more. The APMA is grateful for the Podiatry Foundation’s support of initiatives such as the Podiatry School Student Quiz Bowl, and the Expert Panel: “How Would I Approach This?” session, both presented at the APMA Annual Scientific Meeting (The National), and other programs.

I was a recipient of the Thomas V. Melillo DPM Full Tuition Scholarship from the Podiatry Foundation during my 4th year of medical school in 2017. There are no words to convey and express the gratitude that my family and I have to the Podiatry Foundation for their generosity. The scholarship was life changing for us and helped us significantly at a time in our lives when we needed it the most. The Foundation is a real blessing to the profession as a whole and it is so amazing to watch as they change the lives of others as well.

There is a saying, ‘It takes a village to raise a doctor.’ Coming from an immigrant, middle-class family, the Thomas V. Melillo Full Tuition Scholarship Award has been pivotal for me, not only providing essential financial support during my final year of medical school to cover rotation expenses but also serving as a profound acknowledgment of the hard work and dedication I have invested in my professional journey. This scholarship embodies the belief that we are stronger together, inspiring me to give back to my community and uplift others who share similar backgrounds. I am incredibly grateful for this opportunity from the Podiatry Foundation and the doors it has opened for my future.

The Application Process

Here are the next steps towards completing your application:

Submit the Letter of Intent.

Once your Letter of Intent is submitted, you will receive an email from the Executive Director regarding the status and if any additional information is required. Please allow up to 10 business days for your Letter of Intent to be reviewed.

Once your Letter of Intent is approved you can continue with the application process. Please Note: An approved letter of intent does not guarantee funding. This will be determined after the full application is submitted and reviewed.

When your application is completed and submitted, you will receive an email from the Executive Director regarding the status and if any additional information is required. Please allow up to 15 business days for the review of your full application.

You will receive an email once your application is approved and the amount awarded. A formal award letter will follow within 7 business days.

Funding received through The Podiatry Foundation assists the Florida Podiatric Medical Association (FPMA) to promote and foster Podiatric medical education for residents, students, and fellows during the course of FPMA educational events. By virtue of The Podiatry Foundation funding, these attendees are offered the financial support for conference-related activities, including but not limited to poster sessions, case presentations, an academic Quiz Bowl competition, attendance of seminars and participation in hands on workshops. Collaboratively, FPMA and The Podiatry Foundation provide registrants the educational assistance needed to improve care for patients and be successful in practice by promoting the benefits of scientific advancement in the treatment, prevention, and alleviation of podiatric ailments. FPMA wishes to recognize and thank The Podiatry Foundation for their ongoing support and partnership in the advancement of Podiatric medical education.

In 2014, the Morton & Norma Seidman Memorial Library at the Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine (CPM) received funding from the Podiatry Foundation to purchase a full-size human skeleton and two human skulls for student use. Because these are natural human bones, the fine anatomical detail offered a substantial improvement over the Library’s plastic bones. Even now, ten years later, students are using the skulls to study the head’s bone, circulatory and nerve structures for their Human Anatomy course. The full-size skeleton is used for the Human Anatomy course, the Lower Extremity Anatomy course, and the Biomechanics course. Instead of disjointed bones in a box, the skeleton gives the students the added benefit of seeing how bones intersect at a joint. From a CPM student’s first day on campus, these items provided by the Foundation’s grant will enhance their education as they prepare to be competent doctors of podiatric medicine who will excel in a residency. Clearly, the Foundation’s support has and will continue to reflect in our students’ achievements and successes.

For over a decade, the Ohio Foot and Ankle Medical Foundation (OFAMF) and Association (OHFAMA) has had the pleasure of working with The Podiatry Foundation. The relationship and support between the organizations have allowed for the growth of our educational endeavors. As medical technology advances, it is imperative that we develop programs and secure well educated and trained faculty to assist our doctors for post graduate training. Grant funding enables staff and chairs to develop curriculum and sessions based on professional budgets which are monitored and reported on to the board. This oversight ensures that funds are being utilized for maximum benefit. Due to the continued support and grant funding from the Podiatry Foundation, the OFAMF continues to be able to develop new program ideas and grow the educational opportunities for podiatric physicians, residents, and students.

I am very grateful for the support of The Podiatry Foundation. The Podiatry Foundation's generous funding of grant requests to support students at Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine (KSUCPM) has made an impact for so many students over the years. I am incredibly thankful for the Podiatry Foundation's support of the Thomas V. Melillo Full Tuition Scholarship. This scholarship award in honor of the past President of the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine has alleviated a significant financial burden for an extraordinary student each year. The Podiatry Foundation's dedication to helping students pursue their dreams in podiatric medicine is truly admirable, and I am so thankful so many KSUCPM students have been able to receive of their generosity.

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