Life can get expensive. The Clara Abbott Foundation can help you navigate through life’s financial challenges with college scholarships and financial grants.

Do you have a child attending college in the 2025/2026 school year?

Attending college has never been more expensive. If your dependent child (ages 17-24) is planning to attend an
accredited college, trade or vocational school in the 2025/2026 school year, you may qualify for a need-based scholarship. Scholarships are for undergraduate studies and can be used for full or part-time studies. Don’t miss your chance to apply! Applications must be submitted by May 31, 2025 to be considered.

Or are you struggling to pay your bills?

Unexpected events, medical issues, loss of household income, or other challenges can make it hard to cover essentials like gas, food, rent or mortgage. If you’re struggling to afford your basic needs, we might be able to help with a short-term financial grant. Even if you don’t qualify, we can provide recommendations to help you manage your situation. Grant applications are accepted at any time.

For more information visit clara.abbott.com or email askclara@abbott.com.

 

To be eligible for Foundation services, you must be an Abbott employee with at least one year of continuous Abbott service. Visit clara.abbott.com for detailed eligibility requirements. The Clara Abbott Foundation is managed and funded separately from Abbott. The Foundation is not a benefit, nor an entitlement. All distributions are made at the sole discretion of The Clara Abbott Foundation.

 

 

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.