We Beat Cancer
Preselected recipients only
We Beat Cancer is a private foundation in East Walpole, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $103,120 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $2,318 and the largest $35,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$103,120
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$2,318
- Largest grant$35,000
- Assets$143,661
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2024 was up from $28,410 the year before.
46% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $28,410 | 9 | $194,600 |
| 2024 | $103,120 | 13 | $143,661 |
How to apply
We Beat Cancer says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What We Beat Cancer funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 12 | $102,069 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,051 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jimmy Fund | General fund | $35,000 |
| St Johns Church | Church for needy parishners | $20,858 |
| Children's Hospital | General use and selected projects | $15,184 |
| Little Stars | Day care for cancer patient | $9,441 |
| Ellie Fund | For general purposes | $7,000 |
| Dana Farber Cancer Institute | Payments for cancer patients | $6,670 |
| Mass General Brigham | payments for cancer patients | $2,318 |
| Pan Mass Challenge | Stix 4 Stec | $2,027 |
| Run the Day | sponsor | $1,051 |
| Old Colony YMCA | Livestrong Program | $1,000 |
| Leukemia & Lymphoma | General fund | $1,000 |
| Tommy's Place Foundation | General fund | $1,000 |
| Alex's team | sponsor | $571 |
Officers and trustees
- Patricia Gallahue
- Thomas Gallahue
Questions people ask
Does We Beat Cancer accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does We Beat Cancer give?
$103,120 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $2,318.
Who runs We Beat Cancer?
Its 2024 filing lists Patricia Gallahue (Trustee) and Thomas Gallahue (Trustee).
What does We Beat Cancer fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.