Name:

Web site:

www.lawson.com

Education Priorities:

Projects that emphasize use of computer-based technology.
Priority will be given to proposals whose mission is aligned with Lawson's mission; that propose unique and innovative solutions focusing on the needs of youth in the areas of education, health and technology; that are for programs and/or activities that provide ongoing involvement/participation of Lawson employees;

Other interests:

HEALTH - GENERAL/REHABILITATIVE
SCIENCE/TECHNOLOGY: Use of computer-based technology
YOUTH DEVELOPMENT

Deadlines:

The Lawson Lends a Hand committee review process is continuous, and proposals are welcome at any time.

Program Focus:

Priority will be given to proposals whose mission is aligned with Lawson's mission; that propose unique and innovative solutions focusing on the needs of youth in the areas of education, health and technology; that are for programs and/or activities that provide ongoing involvement/participation of Lawson employees; from organizations that devote a high percentage of their budget (including Lawson's donation) to direct services rather than administrative overhead; that are direct and of high quality; that have an educational focus; that emphasize use of computer-based technology.

Geographic Focus:

Twin Cities Metropolitan Area

Sample Grants:

St. Paul Reads - Lawson is a founder and main sponsor of St. Paul Reads, a program that has helped the St. Paul Public School District's 45,000 students read 4.1 million books in the past three years.

Who may apply:

Non-profit 501(c)(3), School Districts

Grant Range:

Not available.

How to apply:

Not available.

Contacts:

Jan Cotroneo; Barbara Doyle. Foundation Staff
Lawson
380 Saint Peter Street
St. Paul, MN 55102
Phone: (651) 767-6406
Fax: (651) 767-4920
Email: communityrelations@lawson.com

Special note:

Your Choice. Your Gift. Your Impact. Lawson launches ImpactSchools.org www.impactschools.org
Impact Schools is an innovative online giving tool developed in partnership with Lawson Community Relations. Minneapolis and St. Paul School Districts currently utilize this online giving option. Check out www.achieveminneapolis.org to view this fundraising tool.