LUNG CANCER FOUNDATION OF AMERICA
AI Summary
The LUNG CANCER FOUNDATION OF AMERICA is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on grantmaking through a relationship-based, invitation-only approach. It does not accept unsolicited proposals, making it essential for nonprofits to explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting. In 2017, the foundation paid a total of $200K in grants to a single grantee.
Mission Statement
LCFA'S MISSION IS THE IMPROVEMENT IN SURVIVORSHIP OF LUNG CANCER PATIENTS THROUGH THE FUNDING OF TRANSFORMATIVE SCIENCE. LUNG CANCER FOUNDATION OF AMERICA IS WORKING TO CHANGE THE PUBLIC PERCEPTION OF LUNG CANCER THROUGH EDUCATION AND PERSONAL STORIES ABOUT LUNG CANCER AND TO IMPROVE PATIENT OUTCOMES THROUGH FUNDING IMPACTFUL RESEARCH.WHILE RAISING FUNDS TO SUPPORT LUNG CANCER RESEARCH, LCFA WILL RAISE THE PUBLIC'S AWARENESS AND SERVE AS A RESOURCE FOR PATIENTS OR ANYONE SEEKING ANSWERS, HOPE, AND ACCESS TO UPDATED TREATMENT INFORMATION, SCIENTIFIC INVESTIGATION, AND CLINICAL TRIALS.
Cause Areas
2
Cancers
Diseases and conditions
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY
Baltimore, MD
$100K
33%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to LUNG CANCER FOUNDATION OF AMERICA?
No. LUNG CANCER FOUNDATION OF AMERICA does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does LUNG CANCER FOUNDATION OF AMERICA give?
LUNG CANCER FOUNDATION OF AMERICA primarily gives to organizations located in Maryland. 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 LUNG CANCER FOUNDATION OF AMERICA’s grants?
The largest share of grants from LUNG CANCER FOUNDATION OF AMERICA fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $100 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does LUNG CANCER FOUNDATION OF AMERICA make each year?
In 2017, LUNG CANCER FOUNDATION OF AMERICA awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $200 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did LUNG CANCER FOUNDATION OF AMERICA fund recently?
In 2024, LUNG CANCER FOUNDATION OF AMERICA awarded grants to about 1 grantees. Recent grantees include JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to LUNG CANCER FOUNDATION OF AMERICA?
LUNG CANCER FOUNDATION OF AMERICA does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.