Donate to The LAM Foundation
The LAM Foundation is the global leader in the fight against lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM). We are dedicated to finding safe and effective treatments, and ultimately a cure, for women living with LAM. Your gift is essential to making a difference in their lives.
All contributions directly support The LAM Foundation’s research, advocacy, and patient education initiatives. The LAM Foundation is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit organization. All contributions are tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law. If you have any questions about your gift, please call us at 513-777-6889 or email us at development@thelamfoundation.org.
Make a General Donation
By making a donation today, your gift has an immediate impact on women living with LAM around the world. We are truly grateful for your generous support.
Donate Online
By Phone
Call us toll-free at 1-877-CURE-LAM (1-877-287-3526).
By Mail
Please complete our donation form and mail it with your check to:
The LAM Foundation
4520 Cooper Road, Suite 300
Cincinnati, OH 45242
Support LAM Research
Francis X. McCormack Career Development Award Fund
As part of Dr. McCormack's passion for leading, inspiring, and expanding promising LAM research, he has consistently encouraged young scientists and clinicians to study LAM. To acknowledge his investment in the future of LAM science, we named an annual LAM research award in his honor.
Donate Now
Everyone has a special “Frank Moment” in which Dr. McCormack has had a meaningful impact on our lives. To thank him for his service, passion, intention, and the countless lives he’s touched, please add your personal messages and pictures to our living tribute.
More Ways to Give
There are many easy ways to give to The LAM Foundation other than direct cash donations. We are happy to work with you to find giving opportunities that work for you and your family. Please feel free to connect with our development team at 513-777-6889 or by email.
Matching Gifts plus
Corporate Gift Matching is the best way to increase the impact of your gift to The LAM Foundation. Many companies have matching gift programs that double, or even triple, your contribution. Check with your Human Resources department for information on how to double your donation to The LAM Foundation.
Gifts of Stock or Assets plus
To donate a gift of stock or asset, please contact The LAM Foundation first to let us know of your intentions. You may call us at (513) 777-6889, fax us at (513) 777-4109 or email development@thelamfoundation.org.
Then, ask your broker to make an electronic transfer of the shares to The LAM Foundation stock contribution account by contacting:
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney
Attn: Kathleen Eggers
500 108th Avenue NE, Suite 1900
Bellevue, WA 98004
(800) 328-2802 or (425) 453-3480, Fax: (425) 453-5802
Because each mutual fund company has their own unique procedures, please contact Kathleen Eggers at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney by phone to discuss a mutual fund transfer.
Workplace Giving plus
Many companies encourage their employees to give to charities before taxes. Check with your HR department to set up a donation to The LAM Foundation through your payroll.
United Way
Your company’s employee giving might be run through your local United Way Campaign. The LAM Foundation may not be listed as a designated organization for your United Way, but you can write in The LAM Foundation on the “donor designated” portion of your donation form. Ask your HR representative or call your local United Way office for more information.
Support By Shopping Amazon, Kroger & More plus
You shop. Amazon Gives. Amazon will donate 0.5% of your eligible purchases to the charitable organization of your choice. To register for Amazon Smile, visit SMILE.AMAZON.COM and choose “The LAM Foundation”.
Kroger is committed to helping communities grow and prosper. Each year, they donate millions of dollars to non-profit organizations in the communities they serve through Kroger Community Rewards. To learn more about the program, and to register your Kroger Plus card, visit WWW.KROGER.COM/COMMUNITYREWARDS. If you don’t have a Kroger in your area, check with your local grocer about a similar program!
Since 1999, eBay has been making it easy to give to The LAM Foundation whether you are shopping, selling or making a direct donation at checkout. To learn more about this program and how you can participate, visit CHARITY.EBAY.COM.
Want to help The LAM Foundation every time you shop online, at no extra cost to you? Shop using iGive. All you have to do is register and use the iGive button at over 1,700 online stores. Proceeds from your purchases will be donated directly to The LAM Foundation. To learn more, visit WWW.IGIVE.COM.
Donate Your Car plus
Wondering what to do with your used car or truck? Donating your old vehicle to The LAM Foundation is convenient, easy, and may qualify you for a tax deduction. And best of all, your donation of a used car or truck will make a big difference in supporting The LAM Foundation. To get started, call 1-866-628-2277 or fill out the form online at http://vehiclesforcharity.org/Donate/LAM.html.
In-Kind Gifts plus
Donating in-kind gifts is another great way to support The LAM Foundation. An in-kind gift can help generate revenue streams through silent auctions, raffles, and services provided. You can also help the Foundation spare expenses by donating office equipment that may be needed, such as printers, laptops, etc. We can also use donated services, like printing for envelopes and brochures.
Consider donating items to a future silent auction such as gift certificates, services, jewelry, and even timeshares or vacation homes.