Application Process
Funding applications and inquiries must be directed to The Varian Medical Systems Foundation Community Relations Office.
Applications must be complete and signed, or they will not be considered.
- Fulfillment of Varian’s funding mission and criteria
- The non-profit status of the applicant (for charitable grants)
- Clearly-stated project/program objectives, timelines and financial requirements
- Number of people benefiting from the project/program
Organizations will receive email confirmation of application receipt. Applications are reviewed on a bi-weekly basis by the Varian Medical Systems Foundation Advisory Committee.
For questions, contact:
Phone: 1.650.424.5964Fax: 1.650.424.6822
Email: giving@varian.com
Instructions for Completing Application
- Application must be complete and signed. Incomplete or unsigned applications will not be processed.
- Applications must be submitted at least 60 days prior to the start of the project
- Supporting material and other literature (including a copy of budget and 501(c)3 documentation) should be included as appropriate.
- Additional pages can be attached as needed to complete the application.
- Please TYPE or PRINT clearly.
Projects That Are Not Eligible For Funding
- Applications that are in any way associated with planned, current, or past purchases, or the recommendation to purchase, any Varian Medical Systems, Inc. products or services
- Local chapter programs already supported by Varian at the national level (i.e., National Survivor’s Day, Relay for Life)
- Capital campaigns for new buildings and/or major equipment purchases
- Sporting or entertainment events (i.e., golf)
- Individual requests for personal needs/projects
- A-Thon fundraisers (i.e., walk-a-thon, telethon)
- Religious or political organizations
- Advertising programs (i.e., radio/television)
Note: While many requests are worthy and meet guidelines and eligibility criteria, not all requests can be granted.
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