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What is a Grant?

Footsteps for Fertility Grants are awarded to couples who require fertility treatments to have children. Grants are either, *in kind donations (from SART Recognized Clinical Partners), or **monetary.

All Grants are awarded via random selection directly following the event. With each event registration, participants will receive one complimentary ticket to enter the random selection process on behalf of the applicant they are supporting.

If you don’t live near an event or can’t attend, we also periodically offer a National Application. National Applications are typically random selection.
*In Kind donations only cover the clinic’s in house costs. These grants do not cover the cost of treatment beyond a basic IVF Cycle, such as: Medication, blood work, anesthesia, donor sperm, donor eggs, or adopted embryos. **Monetary Grants are typically $5000; provided when funding permits.
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How do I qualify for a Grant?

Grant Applicants Must:

  • Meet the definition of infertility as defined by SART
  • Complete the online application and pay the corresponding fee
  • Register and be present at local event should they be chosen for a grant

  • Comply with terms and conditions

Applicant Supporters Must:

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Grants Awarded since 2012
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What does Random Selection mean?

Consistent with our philosophy that everyone deserves the chance to build their family, all event grants are chosen at random.

Why should I build a Team?

Building a team is only applicable to applicants of Fun Run Grant Giving Events.

The purpose of building a team of supporters is threefold.
1) to raise infertility awareness by inviting friends and family to participate
2) to maximize participation and fundraising efforts
3) your friends and family will receive one complimentary ticket with their registration that may be entered on behalf of your team for random selection to be awarded a Footsteps Grant

During the registration process you will have the opportunity to create a team. This is the best way to track and keep your supporters organized. Invite your friends and family to join your team and increase your chance at being awarded a grant.

How much is a grant application?

Grant Giving Event Applications:
Our grant application is $30, but must be accompanied with an event registration and attendance which is $35.

National Application:
The typical couple will spend $100 to attend a 5K grant giving event.
Registration ($35×2) + Application fee $30 = $100
For consistency, we offer the National Application for $100 per applicant couple.

Why is there an application fee?

Application fees pay for our use of an online automated application system. Since we have limited human resources, we must streamline the process by having an electronic system. In addition, application fees fund monetary Footsteps for Fertility Foundation Grants.

How much is a grant worth and will it cover my entire treatment?

The amount of a potential grant is not an exact number. Our Foundation is able to operate through generous donations of services from our participating clinics. Those services are donated in-kind and may not have an exact dollar amount attached. Monetary grants are typically $5,000 when funding allows, but can be decreased if the treatments necessary are less.

We know that the grants we offer may not even come close to the amount some treatment plans require. Chances are that your treatment will incur expenses beyond what either type of grant provides. If you aren’t prepared to pay for the remainder, this grant may not be for you. Our outlook on the matter is to help as many families as we can to get a start and defray the expense for fertility treatments.