We Need Your Support - Make a Lasting impact
As the philanthropic partner of the ISHLT, the ISHLT Foundation's mission is to fund breakthroughs in the treatment of advanced heart and lung disease, including innovative therapies, transplantation and mechanical circulatory support. We are committed to nurturing the next generation of clinician-scientists, and ensuring that every patient, regardless of location or circumstance receives the best possible care.
Why Your Support Matters
Each year, thousands of patients around the world receive a second chance at life through heart and lung transplantation. However, the journey from diagnosis to recovery is complex, and there is still much to learn and improve upon. The ISHLT Foundation is committed to leading the way in this effort by providing important grants and awards to investigators on the brink of changing the field. Your contributions will have a direct impact, supporting initiatives such as:
- The Francis D. Pagani, MD Endowed Mentorship Award – Nurturing future leaders in heart and lung transplantation.
- Career Development Grants – Empowering early-career clinician-scientists to pursue innovative research.
- Research Grants – Supporting bold, high-impact projects that could shape the future of care.
Here are the key benefits of joining the ISHLT Foundation as a Circle Donor:
1. Create a Lasting Impact: Circle donors play a pivotal role in building sustainable resources for the Foundation's long-term initiatives, helping to establish an endowment that will support ongoing research and education well into the future.
2. Accelerate Medical Innovation: Circle Donors help drive groundbreaking research and advancements in heart and lung transplant care, directly impacting patient outcomes and quality of life.
3. Support Career Development: Your contributions provide critical funding for early-career clinician-scientists in their career development, ensuring skilled and passionate healthcare professionals lead advancements in the field.
4. Exclusive Engagement Opportunities: Circle donors gain access to special events, research updates, and insights into projects funded by their contributions.
5. Recognition and Legacy: By joining as a Circle donor, you’ll receive recognition from the ISHLT Foundation for your commitment, which may include personalized appreciation and acknowledgment in key publications, reports, and Foundation events.
6. Networking with Like-minded Philanthropists: Joining a Circle donor level connects you with others who are passionate about improving heart and lung disease care, creating valuable relationships within an impactful community.
Thank you for considering this opportunity to make a profound difference. Together, we can transform the future of heart and lung transplantation—and save lives. Your support will not only drive progress in heart and lung transplantation but also provide hope to patients and families around the world.
- To learn more about the ISHLT Foundation, please visit our website.
- For additional payment options click here.
- For further assistance or more information, please contact us at foundation@ishlt.org or +1-312-224-1277.
On behalf of the ISHLT Foundation, thank you for your kindness and generosity. We are thankful for donors like you every day.
The ISHLT Foundation Team
Donations to the ISHLT Foundation support research and educational programs aimed at improving care for patients with advanced heart and lung disease. The ISHLT Foundation is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization, tax number 36-3142246. Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by U.S. law.