THE THORACIC SURGERY FOUNDATION
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The Thoracic Surgery Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on advancing the field of thoracic surgery through targeted funding initiatives. In 2024, the foundation paid a total of $437.2K across 29 grantees, operating on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. The foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals; however, nonprofits can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting to connect with the organization.
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Mission Statement
THE MISSION OF TSF IS TO ADVANCE HEART AND LUNG HEALTH FOR ALL.
Cause Areas
1
Surgery
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
THE VOOM FOUNDATION
$404.8K
15%

DUKE UNIVERSITY
$205K
8%
UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO FOUNDATION
$182.5K
7%
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Total No. of Grants
12
Median 1st year grant
$35K
Median 2nd year grant
$35K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE THORACIC SURGERY FOUNDATION?
No. THE THORACIC SURGERY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE THORACIC SURGERY FOUNDATION give?
THE THORACIC SURGERY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Minnesota, North Carolina, and New Mexico. 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 THE THORACIC SURGERY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE THORACIC SURGERY FOUNDATION fall in the $25 thousand to $50 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $35 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE THORACIC SURGERY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE THORACIC SURGERY FOUNDATION awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $437 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE THORACIC SURGERY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE THORACIC SURGERY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 30 grantees. Recent grantees include THE VOOM FOUNDATION, DUKE UNIVERSITY, and UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE THORACIC SURGERY FOUNDATION?
THE THORACIC SURGERY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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