CYSTINOSIS RESEARCH FOUNDATION
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The Cystinosis Research Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses on funding initiatives related to cystinosis research, primarily in Illinois, California, and Washington. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals and engages in a relationship-based, invitation-only grantmaking process. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
Cystinosis Research Foundation's (CRF) mission is to support bench, clinical, and translational research to find better treatments and a cure for cystinosis. CRF is dedicated to funding research that will improve the quality of life for those with cystinosis and to find a cure for this devastating disease.
Cause Areas
2
Holistic medicine
Specifically Named Diseases Research
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT SAN DIEGO
$6.1M
38%
THE SCRIPPS RESEARCH INSTITUTE
$2.1M
13%
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON FOUNDATION C/O UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON
$1.1M
7%
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Total No. of Grants
5
Median 1st year grant
$256.2K
Median 2nd year grant
$165.8K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to CYSTINOSIS RESEARCH FOUNDATION?
No. CYSTINOSIS RESEARCH FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does CYSTINOSIS RESEARCH FOUNDATION give?
CYSTINOSIS RESEARCH FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Illinois, California, and Washington. 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 CYSTINOSIS RESEARCH FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from CYSTINOSIS RESEARCH FOUNDATION fall in the $250 thousand to $500 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $256 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does CYSTINOSIS RESEARCH FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, CYSTINOSIS RESEARCH FOUNDATION awarded about 5 grants, totaling nearly $1.5 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did CYSTINOSIS RESEARCH FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2025, CYSTINOSIS RESEARCH FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT SAN DIEGO, THE SCRIPPS RESEARCH INSTITUTE, and UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON FOUNDATION C/O UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to CYSTINOSIS RESEARCH FOUNDATION?
CYSTINOSIS RESEARCH FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.