SCOTT R. MACKENZIE FOUNDATION, INC.
JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA

The Scott R. MacKenzie Foundation, Inc., based in Jacksonville, FL, is a philanthropic organization committed to advancing human health through genomic research and discovery. Established in 2013 by Scott R. McKenzie, whose Scottish heritage inspired the foundation’s formation, it serves as an influential contributor to scientific progress particularly focusing on genome sequencing's transformative potential in healthcare. The foundation's mission is to provide funding for projects that perpetuate genomic research aiming to impact humanity and improve quality of life. Through its financial support, the Foundation endeavors to drive significant advancements in disease cures, reflecting Mr. Mackenzie’s dedicated spirit towards aiding medical science. The organization particularly supports American-based entities engaged in seeking answers within human genetics. All funding decisions uphold a principle of alignment with the Foundation's mission while granting preference to proposals that offer direct contributions toward advancing genomics research. Applicants interested in receiving grants must submit their applications through the 'Apply Here' button on the foundation’s website or under the 'How to Apply' tab, adhering to the annual review schedule. Additionally, grantees who wish to publish progress or findings stemming from funded activities are advised to seek pre-approval from the Foundation. This ensures alignment with any grant agreement's conditions and strengthens the mission by promoting awareness of the foundation’s impact. The organization is actively registered in Florida under the legal company type 'DOMNP' with its primary mailing listed at Johnson & Driksen Law, located on Bay Street in Jacksonville. The Scott R. MacKenzie Foundation continues to support and inspire through dedicated work led by officers including co-founders Melinda A. McKeenzie and Lawrence B. Mackenzie along with the esteemed Scott R. MacKenzie himself.