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Through the Boston Scientific Foundation, we fund non-profit organizations in the communities where we live and work throughout the United States.

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Charitable Donations to U.S. Health Care Professionals and National Associations To request a charitable donation for financial support or an equipment donation from Boston Scientific, please visit our Boston Scientific Charitable Donations to U.S. Health Care Professionals and National Associations page for details on the criteria and to fill out the form.

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The Boston Scientific Foundation

The Boston Scientific Foundation, Inc. is at work in clinics, schools and neighborhoods across the United States, helping to expand access to quality health care and educational opportunities for everyone.

Since 2002, we have donated more than $30 million to support innovative community organizations that are making a difference for people of all ages. Our impact has been both immediate and lasting, as the results of our support help bring about systemic change.

Note: A report of the grants made by the Boston Scientific Foundation can be found in the Company’s IRS 990 filings and in our Annual Reports.

View the 2011 Boston Scientific Annual Report at a Glance and the Foundation Fundamentals Video below.

   

 

 

Our primary focus is improving educational opportunities and skill development for those who are economically disadvantaged or otherwise at risk of not achieving their full potential. Of particular interest are innovative efforts to improve educational outcomes, skill development, and long-term economic self-sufficiency.
Playworks

Playworks is a national nonprofit organization that supports learning by providing safe, healthy and inclusive play and physical activity to schools at recess and throughout the entire school day.
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Science Club for Girls

The mission of the Boston-based Science Club for Girls is to increase the self-confidence and science literacy of K–12th grade girls belonging to groups that are underrepresented in the sciences.
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Bakken Museum

The Bakken Museum inspires a passion for science and its potential for social good by helping people explore the history and nature of electricity and magnetism.
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Boston Arts Academy Foundation

Boston Arts Academy (BAA) is the city’s first and only high school for the visual and performing arts, and is home of the “STEAM” initiative.
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Way to Grow

Way to Grow works with with the Twin Cities’ most isolated families, to empower parents to be their children’s first and foremost teachers.
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Boys & Girls Clubs of America

Boys & Girls Clubs of America provides a safe place for boys and girls to learn and grow, allows for ongoing relationships with caring, adult professionals, and opens the door to life-enhancing programs and character development experiences.
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