CANCER RESEARCH FOUNDATION - CHICAGO CHAPTER
Chicago, IL, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
81-2771469
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Regional Funder
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Subordinate Organization
Chicago, IL, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
81-2771469
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Regional Funder
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Subordinate Organization
AI Summary
The Cancer Research Foundation - Chicago Chapter is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on funding cancer research initiatives in the Chicago area. With a total of $1.2 million in grants paid in 2025, the foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. Nonprofits interested in connecting with this funder can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
FUNDING CANCER RESEARCH TO FIND A CURE
Cause Areas
2
Rehabilitation
Cancer Research
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
University of Chicago
Chicago, IL
$3.7M
100%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to CANCER RESEARCH FOUNDATION - CHICAGO CHAPTER?
No. CANCER RESEARCH FOUNDATION - CHICAGO CHAPTER does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does CANCER RESEARCH FOUNDATION - CHICAGO CHAPTER give?
CANCER RESEARCH FOUNDATION - CHICAGO CHAPTER 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 CANCER RESEARCH FOUNDATION - CHICAGO CHAPTER’s grants?
The largest share of grants from CANCER RESEARCH FOUNDATION - CHICAGO CHAPTER fall in the $1 million to $5 million range. The median first-year grant is about $75 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does CANCER RESEARCH FOUNDATION - CHICAGO CHAPTER make each year?
In 2025, CANCER RESEARCH FOUNDATION - CHICAGO CHAPTER awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $1.2 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did CANCER RESEARCH FOUNDATION - CHICAGO CHAPTER fund recently?
In 2025, CANCER RESEARCH FOUNDATION - CHICAGO CHAPTER 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 CANCER RESEARCH FOUNDATION - CHICAGO CHAPTER?
CANCER RESEARCH FOUNDATION - CHICAGO CHAPTER does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.