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Est.

1998

Fiscal Year Start

Aug 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Leas Foundation for Leukemia Research is a 501(c)3 organization dedicated to funding initiatives in leukemia research. With a total of $127K in grants paid in 2025 to a single grantee, the foundation operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

Lea's Foundation was established to fund research into the causes and/or cures for Leukemia and its related cancers of Lymphoma, Hodgkin's Lymphoma, and Multiple Mylemoa. Additionally the Foundation provides financial assistance to patients affected by Leukemia and similar malignant blood-related diseases. The Foundation further provides increased public awareness of these cancers through its participation and support of community health programs.
Total Funding Given
$127K
2025
Grantees funded
1
Multi-year grantees
100%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
2
Median 1st year grant
$185K
Median 2nd year grant
$5.8K
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Steven Norris
Board Member
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Nicholas Stamboulis
Board Member
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Satya Chhabra
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to LEAS FOUNDATION FOR LEUKEMIA RESEARCH?
No. LEAS FOUNDATION FOR LEUKEMIA RESEARCH does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does LEAS FOUNDATION FOR LEUKEMIA RESEARCH give?
LEAS FOUNDATION FOR LEUKEMIA RESEARCH primarily gives to organizations located in Connecticut. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are LEAS FOUNDATION FOR LEUKEMIA RESEARCH’s grants?
The largest share of grants from LEAS FOUNDATION FOR LEUKEMIA RESEARCH fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $185 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does LEAS FOUNDATION FOR LEUKEMIA RESEARCH make each year?
In 2025, LEAS FOUNDATION FOR LEUKEMIA RESEARCH awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $127 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did LEAS FOUNDATION FOR LEUKEMIA RESEARCH fund recently?
In 2025, LEAS FOUNDATION FOR LEUKEMIA RESEARCH awarded grants to about 1 grantees. Recent grantees include SAINT FRANCIS HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL CENTER FOUNDATION INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to LEAS FOUNDATION FOR LEUKEMIA RESEARCH?
LEAS FOUNDATION FOR LEUKEMIA RESEARCH does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.