EIN 41-1893645

Children's Cancer Research Fund

IRS 501(c) type
501(c)(3)
Num. employees
55
Year formed
1997
Most recent tax filings
2023-12-01
NTEE code, primary
Description
Children’s Cancer Research Fund, a national nonprofit 501 (c)3, supports the pioneering efforts at the University of Minnesota in research related to the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and cure of childhood cancers.
Total revenues
$18,385,764
2023
Total expenses
$18,303,331
2023
Total assets
$16,414,111
2023
Num. employees
55
2023

Program areas at Children's Cancer Research Fund

Research and granting programs:in 2023, ccrf awarded over $6 million in Research and program grants designed to Fund the best, most innovative Research to advance toward breakthrough treatments for children with Cancer, in these areas of focus: - hard to treat cancers: we prioritize Research for cancers with persistently low survival rates or those showing little improvement over the years. This encompassed highly aggressive and often fatal cancers such as brain tumors, sarcomas, and certain types of leukemias. In 2023, we allocated $1.3 million towards a Research initiative at Children's hospital of philadelphia, focusing their efforts on neuroblastoma. Collaborating with organizations nationwide, we contributed to a $1.5 million osteosarcoma super grant awarded to a Research at new york medical college. Moreover, we provided $1.0 million in funding for brain tumor Research at the university of Minnesota. - survivorship: many survivors of childhood cancers grapple with enduring consequences of chemotherapy, radiation, or surgical interventions, including hearing impairment, cardiac issues, and infertility. Further investigation is essential to develop strategies for effectively managing post-cancer conditions in children and young-adults, aiming to mitigate or eradicate these long-term effects, particularly concerning novel immune-based and targeted therapies developed in recent years. Noteworthy in 2023, we granted $250,000 to a researcher at Washington university in st. louis, concentrating on long-term cognitive outcomes in survivors of pediatric brain tumors. - health disparities: disparities in Cancer outcomes among children are influenced by factors such as race, ethnicity, and socioeconomic background. Our funding supports Research aimed at uncovering the root causes of these disparities and devising interventions to rectify them. In 2023, we allocated $250,000 to Research being done at dana-farber Cancer institute, dedicated to investigating poverty-induced drug resistance in patients with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (all). - emerging scientists: we identify and support exceptionally skilled researchers at the outset of their careers, aiding them in establishing their laboratories and conducting preliminary investigations. This support lays the foundation for them to secure the essential federal grants necessary to advance novel therapies and potential cures for pediatric cancers. Notably, we granted $200,000 to researchers at Virginia polytechnic institute & state university and st. jude Research hospital for their efforts focused in osteosarcoma Research and the development of targeted therapies. - sustaining promising Research initiatives: recognizing the potential of two previously supported Research endeavors that have exhibited encouraging results, we extended additional funding to the investigators, enabling them to continue their momentum. A total of $375,000 was granted to researchers at dana-farber Cancer institute and university of southern California san francisco, supporting their ongoing investigations into sarcoma cancers and relapsed liver Cancer. This extension ensure the continuity and progression of their vital work in these critical areas of study.
Family support programs:our dedicated family programs improve the well-being of kids and families as they navigate the difficult experiences of Cancer treatment, survivorship, or bereavement. These offerings include: - the big dreams tour - a creative outlet that reduces isolation by leveraging ar, vr, and xr technology to provide pediatric Cancer patients an opportunity to game together monthly and create their own animated music video, video game, or vfx video; including community events where their creations are brought to life in Colorado, Florida, Maine, Minnesota, and new jersey. - camp norden - in-person and virtual five-day summer camps are designed especially to meet the unique needs of children who have been diagnosed with Cancer and support friendship-building, solidarity with peers, increased self-esteem, and a feeling of independence. These camps foster community and eliminate financial or geographical barriers to attend.
Education and awareness program:in addition to funding Research and offering support programs, we generate awareness about the need for childhood Cancer Research and provide educational resources for researchers. We reach millions of people through our website, digital and social media platforms, and in-kind television and print advertising to share the stories of kids, families, and researchers. We're also proud to support the Cancer survivorship conference, the mark e. nesbit lectureship in pediatric oncology, and the norma k.c. Ramsay, md, distinguished visiting professor lectureship series. These bring nationally recognized childhood Cancer experts to Minnesota to speak on current survivorship, clinical and Research issues, as well as build new Research collaborations.

Grants made by Children's Cancer Research Fund

GranteeGrant descriptionAmount
University of Minnesota Foundation (UMF)University of Minnesota Foundation: Ga#032922-3 Umf Fund #24232 Katie Hageboeck Clinic Purpose: Survivorship Care and Research$700,000
University of Minnesota Foundation (UMF)University of Minnesota Foundation: Ga#032922-5 Fund 24231-katie Hageboeck Clinic Fund Capital Funding$650,000
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center (SCCA)Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center: 2022 Research Fund Dr Soheil Meshinchi 1st Payment$511,640
...and 57 more grants made totalling $7,427,745

Who funds Children's Cancer Research Fund

Grants from foundations and other nonprofits
GrantmakerDescriptionAmount
Jamieson Charitable FoundationCharitable$350,000
Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift FundFor Grant Recipient's Exempt Purposes$237,264
American Online Giving FoundationGeneral Support$225,251
...and 147 more grants received totalling $2,127,140

Personnel at Children's Cancer Research Fund

NameTitleCompensation
Elizabeth Crippen AllenChief Executive Officer
Jean MachartChief Operating Officer$106,154
Kenna DooleyChief Development Officer$144,400
Darla NemecDirector of Finance and Operations / Director - Finance and Operations$156,423
Erskine BevelDirector , Finance
...and 22 more key personnel

Financials for Children's Cancer Research Fund

RevenuesFYE 12/2023
Total grants, contributions, etc.$17,954,505
Program services$0
Investment income and dividends$172,078
Tax-exempt bond proceeds$0
Royalty revenue$0
Net rental income$0
Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets$152,408
Net income from fundraising events$64,479
Net income from gaming activities$0
Net income from sales of inventory$0
Miscellaneous revenues$42,294
Total revenues$18,385,764

Form 990s for Children's Cancer Research Fund

Fiscal year endingDate received by IRSFormPDF link
2023-122024-09-16990View PDF
2022-122023-09-14990View PDF
2021-122022-11-15990View PDF
2020-122021-12-17990View PDF
2020-122021-05-24990View PDF
...and 13 more Form 990s
Data update history
October 20, 2024
Used new vendors
Identified 2 new vendors, including , and
October 4, 2024
Updated personnel
Identified 9 new personnel
August 25, 2024
Received grants
Identified 35 new grant, including a grant for $225,251 from American Online Giving Foundation
May 18, 2024
Received grants
Identified 31 new grant, including a grant for $138,686 from Jeunesse Kids Foundation
November 16, 2023
Updated personnel
Identified 6 new personnel
Nonprofit Types
Grantmaking organizationsDisease research fundraisersMedical research organizationsCharities
Issues
HealthDiseases and disordersCancer
Characteristics
Conducts researchLobbyingFundraising eventsPeer-to-peer fundraisingNational levelEndowed supportCommunity engagement / volunteeringFundraising races, competitions, and tournamentsTax deductible donationsAccepts online donations
General information
Address
1650 W 82nd St 400
Minneapolis, MN 55431
Metro area
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI
County
Hennepin County, MN
Website URL
childrenscancer.org/ 
Phone
(952) 893-9355
Facebook page
ChildrensCancerResearchFund 
Twitter profile
@childrenscancer 
IRS details
EIN
41-1893645
Fiscal year end
December
Taxreturn type
Form 990
Year formed
1997
Eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions (Pub 78)
Yes
Categorization
NTEE code, primary
H30: Cancer Research
NAICS code, primary
813212: Health and Disease Research Fundraising Organizations
Parent/child status
Independent
California AB-488 details
AB 488 status
May Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes
Charity Registration status
Current - Awaiting Reporting
FTB status revoked
Not revoked
AG Registration Number
112057
FTB Entity ID
2970538
AB 488 data last updated ("as-of") date
2024-10-16
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