Leukemia Research Foundation (USA)
Scope of organisation
Leukemia support organisation (non-CLL-specific)
Description
The Leukemia Research Foundation’s mission is to cure leukemia by funding innovative research, and to support patients and families. They focus exclusively on funding leukemia research and their worldwide research grants are accelerating the development of new and better treatments and an ultimate cure for leukemia.
The Leukemia Research Foundation’s free support programs for leukemia patients and their loved ones include information and resources, education programs, peer support services, financial assistance, and a directory of other helpful organizations and resources.
Support services offered and available resources

Information on COVID-19
- COVID-19 information hub

Services for HCP
- Healthcare professional education

Patient support services
- Buddy schemes (1:1 support)
- Directory of local / national support groups
- Local support groups
- Online group / chat or forum
- Patient meetings
- Telephone support / support helpline
- Welfare / financial support

Education services / Capacity building
- Conferences
- Conferences 1
- Educational events
- Publications and presentations at relevant blood cancer meetings
- Webinars

Digital Tools & Resources
- Apps
- Newsletter
- Podcasts
- Videos
- Website pages

CLL Information
- Clinical Trials directory
- CLL news and conference coverage
- Online leaflets & booklets
- Online leaflets & booklets 1
- Online leaflets & booklets 2
- Printed leaflets & booklets

Campaigning and Advocacy
- Advisory statements and position papers
- Awareness campaigns
- Health Technology Appraisals (HTA)
- Input in writing and/or in person to government and regulatory organizations
- Fundraising resources
- Personal Advocacy
- Petitions
- Surveys of the community served
