LYNN SAGE BREAST CANCER FOUNDATION

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The Lynn Sage Breast Cancer Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization, focuses on grantmaking in the area of breast cancer research and support. In 2023, the foundation paid out a total of $1 million across three grantees, operating on a relationship-based engagement model that does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Mission Statement
To eradicate breast cancer by investing in early career doctors and innovative research.
Cause Areas
2
Breast cancer
Housing services
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
Northwestern Memorial HealthCare
$1.3M
12%

University of Chicago
$700K
6%
Rush University Medical Center
$150K
1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to LYNN SAGE BREAST CANCER FOUNDATION?
No. LYNN SAGE BREAST CANCER FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does LYNN SAGE BREAST CANCER FOUNDATION give?
LYNN SAGE BREAST CANCER FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Illinois. 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 LYNN SAGE BREAST CANCER FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from LYNN SAGE BREAST CANCER FOUNDATION fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $150 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does LYNN SAGE BREAST CANCER FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2023, LYNN SAGE BREAST CANCER FOUNDATION awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did LYNN SAGE BREAST CANCER FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, LYNN SAGE BREAST CANCER FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 3 grantees. Recent grantees include Northwestern Memorial HealthCare, University of Chicago, and Rush University Medical Center. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to LYNN SAGE BREAST CANCER FOUNDATION?
LYNN SAGE BREAST CANCER FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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