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Est.

2002

Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

HOPE & HEROES CHILDREN'S CANCER FUND is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on supporting children with cancer through targeted grantmaking. In 2024, the fund disbursed $3.1 million across two grantees, but it does not accept unsolicited proposals; grants are made by invitation only, emphasizing a relationship-based engagement approach. Nonprofits interested in connecting with this funder can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

HOPE & HEROES FUNDS THE LIFE-SAVING WORK ON CHILDHOOD CANCER AND BLOOD DISORDERS AT COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER - INCLUDING CUTTING-EDGE RESEARCH, SUPPORT FOR FAMILIES, AND CARE THAT ALWAYS PUTS CHILDREN FIRST.
Total Funding Given
$3.1M
2024
Grantees funded
2
Multi-year grantees
50%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
1
Median 1st year grant
$1.3M
Median 2nd year grant
$3.2M
R
Robert Bomersbach
Board Member
M
Michael Weiner
Board Member
C
Christopher Clemente
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to HOPE & HEROES CHILDREN'S CANCER FUND?
No. HOPE & HEROES CHILDREN'S CANCER FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does HOPE & HEROES CHILDREN'S CANCER FUND give?
HOPE & HEROES CHILDREN'S CANCER FUND primarily gives to organizations located in New York and Georgia. 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 HOPE & HEROES CHILDREN'S CANCER FUND’s grants?
The largest share of grants from HOPE & HEROES CHILDREN'S CANCER FUND fall in the $1 million to $5 million range. The median first-year grant is about $1.3 million. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does HOPE & HEROES CHILDREN'S CANCER FUND make each year?
In 2024, HOPE & HEROES CHILDREN'S CANCER FUND awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $3.1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did HOPE & HEROES CHILDREN'S CANCER FUND fund recently?
In 2024, HOPE & HEROES CHILDREN'S CANCER FUND awarded grants to about 2 grantees. Recent grantees include THE TRUSTEES OF COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY IN THE CITY OF NEW YORK and AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to HOPE & HEROES CHILDREN'S CANCER FUND?
HOPE & HEROES CHILDREN'S CANCER FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.