- What is the Dominion Foundation for Christian Science Nursing?The Dominion Foundation, based in Virginia, is a benevolent funding organization established to support Christian Science nursing in the home. The Dominion Foundation maintains a 501(c)(3) status and is tax exempt.
- Who can request funding from the Dominion Foundation?
- Individuals relying solely on Christian Science for healing and who need assistance with the costs of Christian Science nursing care in the home.
- Individuals interested in becoming Christian Science nurses but who cannot fully meet costs associated with Christian Science nurses’ education and related travel may apply for scholarship funding. The Dominion Foundation also provides financial assistance to Christian Science nurses pursuing independent home care ministries for on-going Christian Science Nurses’ education, nursing supplies, and equipment.
- How can I find out if I qualify? Submit an application. The applications include more information and guidance about qualifications. We will contact you after we receive the application.
- How do I apply to the Dominion Foundation? You may apply online from our website. The application must be filled out in full and signed before we can process your application. If applying for financial assistance with Christian Science nursing invoices, please include all unpaid invoices from Christian Science nurses.
- How can I obtain an application? Applications can be filled out and submitted online or printed and mailed. For more information, visit Apply for grants.
- I don’t have access to email, could someone send me an application?You are welcome to contact us with your name and mailing address. An application will be mailed to you. You can also download PDFs of the applications to print at home. Links are available on the application pages. For more information, visit Apply for grants.
- How do you process the grants? Once we receive the completed application and an invoice, we will notify the applicant that we received the application and the request will be considered at our next monthly meeting. The applicant will be notified of the Trustees’ decision soon after this monthly meeting. If the request is approved, the check will be included.
- How soon will I receive the grant?Generally it takes 4 to 6 weeks to process a grant. When we have had our monthly meeting, grants will be mailed within a few days of the meeting.
- What if I have an immediate need for assistance?If you need assistance before we have our monthly meeting, you are encouraged to contact the National Fund for Christian Science Nursing. Phone: 800-873-284 or 816-759-5450 or email info@nfcsn.org
- If I receive a grant, will the check be mailed to the Christian Science nurse?
- Individuals applying for help with Christian Science nursing invoices
All checks are made out to the Christian Science nurse and the applicant will be notified. We will need a W-9 form filled out from the Christian Science nurse before we send the check.
Click here to download the W-9 form (PDF)
Fill out the form, print it, and mail it to:
Dominion Foundation for Christian Science Nursing, Inc.
PO Box 1138
Herndon, VA 20172 - Christian Science nurses applying for financial support
Reimbursement checks for travel will be mailed to the Christian Science nurse. Payment for Christian Science nurse education will be sent to the organization or Christian Science nurse instructor.
- Individuals applying for help with Christian Science nursing invoices
- How do you define a home? A home is defined as a private residence where the applicant resides. Assisted living, Christian Science nursing facilities or assistance in the home of a Christian Science nurse do not fit mission of the Dominion Foundation to support Christian Science nursing in the home.
- Does the Christian Science nurse have to be listed in The Christian Science Journal? No, but if the Christian Science nurse is not listed in the Journal, then a letter of reference from a Christian Science nurse who is listed will be required.
- Can you reimburse me for the cost of Christian Science nursing care? No. We do not reimburse for invoices that have been paid.
- Does the Dominion Foundation cover practitioner fees or facility nursing costs? No. Only costs for Christian Science nursing care in the home qualify for consideration. Please consult our list of Additional Christian Science funding organizations for other grant options that may be available to you.
- If I am applying for funding for unpaid Christian Science nursing invoices, can the Christian Science nurse apply for me?No. The application must come from the individual applying for financial support. All communication will be with the applicant.
- What if I have insurance that covers expenses for Christian Science nursing care in the home?After insurance benefits have been fully utilized, the Dominion Foundation will consider payment of the remaining expenses for Christian Science home nursing care. This includes insurance deductibles.
- Can you preapprove a grant? No, we cannot preapprove a grant.
- Do you have a grant limit? Yes, we have a grant limit that is set yearly.
- How can I be a part of the work of the Dominion Foundation?
If you know someone who might benefit from learning about the Dominion Foundation, please refer them to our website or secure an application form for them.
Your tax-deductible contributions are always gratefully received.