Schnitzer Cares: Student Grantmaking

Our Mission

Schnitzer Cares is inspired by the belief that everyone can make a difference in their community. Everyone has something important to contribute and, by working together, we can create lasting change. By challenging teens to engage in community service through grantmaking, The Harold & Arlene Schnitzer CARE Foundation hopes to nurture the next generation of young leaders.

10,130

Student participants

$6,345,542

Granted to 512 nonprofits + schools

28 Years

in Oregon

For Nonprofits

Each year, student grantmakers across Oregon define their own funding priorities based on the issues they care about most, from mental health to housing, food insecurity to the arts. If you're a nonprofit interested in receiving funding, click below to find out more.

For Schools

Schnitzer Cares takes place over the course of a school year and each group receives the dedicated support of a Schnitzer Cares staff member and Resource Binder to guide them through the year. If you are interested in doing Schnitzer Cares at your school, click below to find out more.

Meet the Team

Our dedicated team assists students and teachers throughout the school year through both direct and behind-the-scenes support.

News

See students in action and catch up on the latest Schnitzer Cares news.

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