Ethical Conduct & Governance Policy

The Clara Abbott Foundation has a responsibility for stewardship and the protection of its assets from misuse so as to perpetuate its mission. The Foundation is committed to compliance with the laws and governance to which it is subject as well as with Foundation policies and procedures. Employees, contractors and volunteers of The Foundation have a responsibility to disclose or report any circumstances where The Foundation’s internal controls, independent review function, auditing function, compliance monitoring function, accounting systems or governance policies have been or may become compromised or threatened. This includes actual knowledge, or a reasonably strong belief, of such an occurrence or possibility. This policy applies to all Foundation employees, contractors and volunteers.

No Retaliation

The Clara Abbott Foundation will not tolerate retaliation, whether direct or indirect, against any employee, contractor or volunteer who makes a good faith report or who cooperates with an investigation of a complaint. Under this policy (commonly referred to as a “whistleblower policy”), those who report illegal or improper activity will be protected. Moreover, any employee, contractor or volunteer who engages in such retaliation will be subject to discipline up to and including termination.

Making a Report

If an employee, contractor or volunteer of The Foundation becomes aware of or has a reasonably strong belief that illegal acts or questionable conduct has occurred, they should report this concern immediately to one or more of the following Foundation contacts:

Susan Roach, Compliance Manager
The Clara Abbott Foundation
AP6D-LL
100 Abbott Park Rd.
Abbott Park, IL 60064
Phone: (847) 937-1090
E-Mail: Susan.M.Roach@abbott.com

Maureen Clayton, Vice President/Executive Director
The Clara Abbott Foundation
AP6D-LL
100 Abbott Park Rd.
Abbott Park, IL 60064
Phone: (847) 937-1090
E-Mail: Maureen.Clayton@abbott.com

Mary Moreland, President
The Clara Abbott Foundation
AP6D-2
100 Abbott Park Rd.
Abbott Park, IL. 60064

Written communications should be marked “Confidential – To be opened by Addressee Only”. Reports may be submitted anonymously.

We’re ready to help

For Abbott employees, retirees, and their families, The Clara Abbott Foundation is here to provide compassionate, confidential support in times of need.

In order to provide financial assistance or scholarships, we need to fully understand your situation. Therefore, personal information and various documentation will be requested and required throughout the process. In some cases, we will verify information with HR or Abbott.

Financial Assistance College Scholarships

Have you been impacted by a disaster?

Please contact us at +1-847-937-1090 or 1-800-972-3859 or email us at AskClara@abbott.com.

Before applying, we ask that you consider three things:
  1. Review the eligibility requirements:
  2. Be prepared to be open, honest, and forthcoming about your specific needs and situation throughout the process.
  3. Any misrepresentation of a situation, including fraud, deceit, or concealment with regard to information on an application or obtained during the consultation process will have consequences as defined by the Abbott Business Code of Conduct.