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Causes: Breast Cancer, Breast Cancer Research, Cancer, Cancer Research, Health
Mission: The Baldwin Fund, supports both new and established researchers investigating the causes, prevention and treatment of breast cancer. This research will include — but not be limited to — studies of the genetic, molecular, cellular and environmental factors involved in the development and progression of breast cancer; application of the knowledge thus gained to educate medical professionals and increase public awareness for the prevention, detection, treatment and advocacy for the patient of breast cancer; and studies of the outcomes of breast cancer detection and treatment on the patient, their families and society.
Results: Since 2001, The Baldwin Fund has provided more than 60 grants to support research programs led by 45 primary investigators at Upstate Medical University. These grants have acted as “seed investments”, giving scientists and doctors the opportunity to show ideas that have promise for improving outcomes for those with breast cancer. To date, Baldwin support for cancer research at Upstate has spurred nearly $24 million in additional grant funding. That’s a return on investment of more than 600 percent.
Target demographics: achieve prevention and through research finding a cure for breast cancer
Direct beneficiaries per year: raise nearly $24 million in additional grant funding from our seed investments
Geographic areas served: Syracuse NY
Programs: critical funding for cancer research in Central New York