LEUKEMIA RESEARCH FOUNDATION
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The Leukemia Research Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives primarily in Illinois, New York, and Pennsylvania. It operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, granting funds by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO CURE LEUKEMIA BY FUNDING INNOVATIVE RESEARCH, AND TO SUPPORT PATIENTS AND FAMILIES.
Cause Areas
3
Leukemia
Cancers
Out-patient medical care
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY
$595.3K
6%
Northwestern University
$450K
4%
TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA
$445.3K
4%
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Total No. of Grants
13
Median 1st year grant
$100K
Median 2nd year grant
$145.3K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to LEUKEMIA RESEARCH FOUNDATION?
No. LEUKEMIA RESEARCH FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does LEUKEMIA RESEARCH FOUNDATION give?
LEUKEMIA RESEARCH FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Illinois, New York, and Pennsylvania. 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 LEUKEMIA RESEARCH FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from LEUKEMIA RESEARCH FOUNDATION fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $100 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does LEUKEMIA RESEARCH FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2025, LEUKEMIA RESEARCH FOUNDATION awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $2 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did LEUKEMIA RESEARCH FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2025, LEUKEMIA RESEARCH FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 50 grantees. Recent grantees include WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY, Northwestern University, and TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to LEUKEMIA RESEARCH FOUNDATION?
LEUKEMIA RESEARCH FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.