LILeukemiatexas Inc
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About Leukemiatexas Inc
Leukemia Texas helps Texans of all ages facing leukemia with patient aid, research grants, and Buddy Cares outreach. That means help with treatment-related costs, funding for Texas-based leukemia research, and small gestures that can matter a lot during treatment, like Buddy Bear, Buddy Notes, Travel Buddy, and Buddy Packs. It was founded in Dallas and keeps its funds in Texas, so donors know where their support goes.
Leukemia Texas is an independent Texas nonprofit focused entirely on leukemia, with programs serving patients and families across the state. The organization says 100% of funds raised stay in Texas, which gives its work a very local kind of clarity.
Programs
The concrete work this nonprofit runs. Each program may later become a fundable project.
Patient Aid
Provides direct financial assistance to leukemia patients and their families in Texas to help with treatment-related costs, including expenses associated with care.
Research Grants
Awards grants to Texas institutions for leukemia research conducted in Texas, including support for young investigators.
Buddy Cares
An outreach program created to provide patients with comfort and encouragement through Buddy Bear, Buddy Notes, Buddy in Action, Travel Buddy, and Buddy Packs.
Buddy Bear
A 12-inch plush bear offered through donations to provide comfort and companionship to patients during treatment.
Travel Buddy
A rolling suitcase program for patients who travel for treatment and need a more manageable way to carry belongings.
Buddy Notes
Pre-printed note cards that groups can sign and send to patients in treatment as messages of encouragement.
Buddy in Action
A Buddy Bear mascot appearance program for events, parties, and special deliveries.
Buddy Packs
Care packages for patients of all ages that can include comfort items such as blankets, socks, journals, and other small items for hospital stays.
About this work
Mission
Helping Texans beat leukemia through patient aid, research, and innovation.
Who they serve
Texans of all ages facing leukemia, and their families.
Their impact
- Awarded over $10 million in research and patient aid.
- Served over 300 patients a year.
- Served 312 patients in 2021 to 2022.
- Awarded $1,125,000 in Young Investigator grants in recent years.
- Awarded a $100,000 Leukemia Texas Research Grant in 2019.
How your donation helps
- Direct patient aid grants for leukemia patients in Texas
- Help with household bills, food and groceries, transportation, and other treatment-related expenses
- Research grants for Texas leukemia research institutions
- Buddy Cares items and outreach, including Buddy Bears, Travel Buddy suitcases, Buddy Notes, and Buddy Packs
Need help?
How someone in need can access Leukemiatexas Inc’s services.
Patient Aid applications are currently closed. Texas residents with a leukemia diagnosis who are undergoing treatment by a licensed physician can email patientaid@leukemiatexas.org with their name, diagnosis, location, and whether they have previously received assistance. The organization will contact them when funding becomes available.
Stories
The people behind the work.
In their words
give where you live!
One Night. One Mission. Beating Leukemia in Texas.
Friends are like stars and while you may not always see them, they are always there to support you.
We are the only organization of its kind in Texas, where 100% of our funds raised stay in Texas!
Grant support
$626,819 from 20 funders · through 2025 (IRS 990 records).
- THE PATSY AND MICHAEL HOCHMAN CHARITABLE — $5,000 (2025)PROGRAM SUPPORT
- COMMUNITIES FOUNDATION OF TEXAS INC — $12,560 (2024)THIS GRANT IS DESIGNATED FOR GENERAL SUPPORT.
- AUSTIN COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC — $7,500 (2024)HEALTH & WELLNESS
- THE PATSY AND MICHAEL HOCHMAN CHARITABLE — $5,000 (2024)PROGRAM SUPPORT
- JETPURI FOUNDATION — $5,000 (2024)Donation
- TEXAS INSTRUMENTS FOUNDATION — $1,000 (2024)DONATIONS TO COLLEGES, UNIVERSITIES AND OTHER ORGANIZATIONS UNDER "MATCHING GIFTS PROGRAM."
- THE FRITZ AND MARY LEE DUDA FAMILY — $500 (2024)GENERAL SUPPORT
- The Moody Foundation — $35,000 (2023)Providing 56 leukemia patients with a suitcase, comfort stuffed bear, and $1,000 in travel funds
Events
BEATLEukemia Ball
annualAnnual signature fundraiser held in Fort Worth.
Strike Out Pediatric Leukemia baseball game
annualA charity baseball game that raises funds for patients and programs.
Swing Fore Leukemia golf tournament
annualA fundraising golf tournament supporting Leukemia Texas patients and programs.
Ways to help
Concrete needs and volunteer roles Leukemiatexas Inc has shared.
Current needs
- Buddy Pack supplies such as blankets, socks, journals, coloring books, games, hand sanitizers, and other small comfort items
Volunteer opportunities
- Support special events such as the BEATLEukemia Ball, Strike Out Pediatric Leukemia baseball game, and Swing Fore Leukemia golf tournament
- Write Buddy Notes for patients in treatment
- Create Buddy Packs for hospital partners and patients
- Adopt Buddy Bears or book Buddy Bear for events
- Help with event setup and other volunteer roles
Recognition & press
Awards & recognition
- Platinum rated nonprofit
- Award-winning 501(c)(3) nonprofit
Partners & funders
In the news
Articles featuring Leukemiatexas Inc from the Love What You Fund newsroom.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this nonprofit and how its work happens.
Who can receive Patient Aid?
Patient Aid is for people in Texas who have a leukemia diagnosis, are undergoing treatment with a licensed physician, and are legal residents of Texas. It is a one-time gift, and applications are currently closed.
What does Buddy Cares include?
Buddy Cares includes Buddy Bear, Buddy Notes, Buddy in Action, Travel Buddy, and Buddy Packs.
Where do research grants go?
Research grants are awarded to Texas institutions for leukemia research conducted in Texas.
What expenses can Patient Aid help with?
Patient Aid can help with treatment-related expenses like household bills, food and groceries, transportation to and from treatment, and unexpected costs that insurance does not cover.
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