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Laurendeau Cancer Care Fund Grant

Chuckanut Health Foundation

Funding Amount

Not stated

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Overview

The Laurendeau Cancer Care Fund, established in 1980, offers financial support to residents of Whatcom County undergoing cancer treatment. Named after Dr. Theresa Laurendeau, a dedicated pathologist, the fund addresses the mental and financial challenges faced by cancer patients and their families. With initial funding from Dr. Laurendeau, the foundation has assisted over 500 patients, ensuring they receive the medical care needed without undue financial burden. For inquiries, contact the Chuckanut Health Foundation.

Note: If you are interested in applying for Laurendeau Cancer Care Fund support, contact the Chuckanut Health Foundation at laurendeau@chuckanuthealthfoundation.org or (360) 671- 3349
Financial support to Whatcom residents undergoing cancer treatment
Founded in 1980, the Laurendeau Cancer Care Fund is named after Dr. Theresa Laurendeau, a retired Bellingham Pathologist.
After many years of serving at what was then St. Luke’s Hospital, she was exposed to the mental and financial burdens faced by cancer patients and their families. She provided the foundation’s initial funding which has assisted over 500 Whatcom County cancer patients in paying for medical expenses that would otherwise go uncovered.

What Chuckanut Health Foundation actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2024

Grants in 2024
20
Total given
$390K
Median grant
$15K
Range
$5,100–$65K
  • By dollars: Washington 100%. Top recipient cities: Bellingham, WA; Ferndale, WA.
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IRS Form 990, 2024. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Cancer
  • Hardship

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