Our Mission
The mission of the Lung Cancer Research Foundation (LCRF) is to improve lung cancer outcomes by funding research for the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and cure of lung cancer.
Our Vision
Our vision is a world free of lung cancer.
Our Commitment to Research
Research has been, and will continue to be, LCRF’s True North, and we will continue to fund research for the prevention, early detection, diagnosis, treatment, and cure of lung cancer.
LCRF exists to confront gaps in funding of lung cancer research and remains committed to prioritizing science that will have a measurable impact for people with a lung cancer diagnosis and those at risk for one. We will continue to provide resources, education and support for the lung cancer community, and work hand in hand with our advocacy and research partners to support the needs of the community.
Our Future
LCRF is committed to improving lung cancer patients’ quality of life and survival rates through advancing the best new research in the field. Guided by our vision of a world free of lung cancer, we remain steadfast in our mission to improve outcomes by funding research focused on prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and cure. To accomplish this, LCRF has begun implementing strategies toward its goals for the next five years.
By 2030, LCRF aims to nearly double its annual research investment to $5 million, dedicating at least 50% of its net revenue to transformative projects that advance lung cancer survival.
To achieve this, LCRF will:
Strengthen community engagement by fostering connections with patients, caregivers, healthcare professionals, and researchers, building a network of dedicated champions for lung cancer research.
Expand partnerships with individuals and institutions to drive innovation and impact in lung cancer awareness, education, and research.
Enhance volunteer leadership by developing pathways for meaningful engagement and service, fueling organizational growth.
Optimize internal operations to ensure stability, transparency, and compliance while maintaining a compassionate and inclusive culture.
Looking ahead, LCRF will prioritize collaboration with diverse stakeholders in the lung cancer community to identify and engage volunteer leaders who will help shape scientific initiatives, elevate brand visibility, and strengthen program delivery. A key goal is to reach newly diagnosed patients within 30 days, offering timely support and resources, while promoting increased access to screening and early detection of lung cancer.
Together, we can achieve far more than any one of us could alone. We invite all who are committed to improving the lives of lung cancer patients to join us in this critical mission.