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UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO CANCER RESEARCH FOUNDATION

UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO CANCER RESEARCH FOUNDATION

Chicago, IL, US
501(c)3
EIN
36-6056201
Regional Funder
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UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO CANCER RESEARCH FOUNDATION

Chicago, IL, US
501(c)3
EIN
36-6056201
Regional Funder

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Est.

1941

Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

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The University of Chicago Cancer Research Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses its grantmaking efforts primarily in Illinois, having paid a total of $2.1 million in grants in 2024. This foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals and engages in grantmaking through relationship-based, invitation-only pathways. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the foundation can explore warm-introduction opportunities via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

THE MISSION SHALL BE TO PROVIDE FUNDRAISING, ADVOCACY AND ADVISORY SUPPORT FOR CANCER RESEARCH AT THE COMPREHENSIVE CANCER CENTER AT THE UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO.
Total Funding Given

$2.1M

2024
Grantees funded
1
Multi-year grantees
100%
Funding by Year
Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
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University of Chicago
Chicago, IL
$10.3M
100%
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Total No. of Grants

1

Median 1st year grant
$3.2M
Median 2nd year grant
$1.2M
C
Charles T Brooks
Board Member
W
Wende Fox Lawson
Board Member
J
Justin Ullman
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO CANCER RESEARCH FOUNDATION?
No. UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO CANCER RESEARCH FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO CANCER RESEARCH FOUNDATION give?
UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO CANCER RESEARCH 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 UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO CANCER RESEARCH FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO CANCER RESEARCH FOUNDATION fall in the $1 million to $5 million range. The median first-year grant is about $3.2 million. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO CANCER RESEARCH FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO CANCER RESEARCH FOUNDATION awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $2.1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO CANCER RESEARCH FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO CANCER RESEARCH FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 1 grantees. Recent grantees include University of Chicago. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO CANCER RESEARCH FOUNDATION?
UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO CANCER RESEARCH FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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