With support from Mary Kay, Inc., the Mary Kay Ash Charitable Foundation works to eliminate domestic violence.  As a part of that effort, the foundation donates funds annually to worthwhile nonprofit organizations that aid victims of domestic violence.

Since 2000, the Foundation has awarded millions of dollars to women's shelters across the United States.  In 2007, the Foundation awarded grants of $20,000 each to over 150 shelters across the country.

The funds awarded by the Foundation may be used for the operating budget of the shelter, with the exception of staff travel.  Failure to receive a grant does not prohibit the shelter from applying the following year.  Shelters that receive grants may not apply the following year.

Visit the Mary Kay Ash Charitable Foundation for the grant application form and list of 2007 grant recipients.

Deadline: June 30, 2008