Love For Linley Foundation Inc.

What Love For Linley Foundation Inc. does

Love For Linley Foundation Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN: 86-2812481) founded in 2020 and headquartered in North Easton, Massachusetts. The organization was established by Eric and Catherine (Cassie) Menard following the July 2020 death of their daughter Linley from DIPG (Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma), a pediatric brain cancer with near-zero survival rates. Its mission is to fund DIPG and pediatric cancer research and to provide direct financial and emotional support to families affected by pediatric cancer or critical illness. The foundation operates as a 100% volunteer-run organization with no paid staff.

The foundation's core activities center on community-driven fundraising events and support programs. Its signature event, the annual Love for Linley Cup 5v5 memorial soccer tournament, grew from 74 teams in 2023 to 130 teams in 2025, raising $30,000 (Year 1) and $40,000 (Year 2) for research and family grants. Additional events include the Stronger Together 50-mile bike ride, Crush Cancer Pickleball Classic, Fiesta for Linley, and a planned Art Show. Support programs include Family Grants (direct financial assistance), Acts of Kindness (theater tickets for cancer patients), Child Life Program support (art supplies and toys for Radiation Oncology rooms), and co-funding of My DIPG Navigator (1-on-1 guidance for DIPG families). Research funding flows through vetted partnerships with ChadTough Defeat DIPG and the DDRFA alliance of 50 nonprofits.

Revenue is generated through individual donations (PayPal, Venmo, check, wire), corporate sponsorships (Platinum/Gold/Silver tiers for the Cup), event-based fundraising, and merchandise sales (t-shirts, hoodies, hats, accessories priced $3-$68). The organization holds a Guidestar Transparency Seal and has been recognized by the Boston Globe (Everyday Hero, 2020). Distribution and supporter acquisition rely on social media (#loveforlinley), the Blue Heart Mom blog, email newsletters, earned media, and grassroots community networks in Southeastern Massachusetts. There is no proprietary technology platform; the digital footprint consists of a Squarespace website, Squarespace-based e-commerce, and third-party event ticketing tools (Zeffy, RallyUp).

Name

Love For Linley Foundation Inc.

Legal name

Love for Linley Foundation Inc.

Website

https://loveforlinley.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2020

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Love For Linley Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that funds DIPG and pediatric cancer research and provides direct financial and emotional support to affected families through community-driven fundraising events and partnerships.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Pediatric Cancer Nonprofit

NAICS

Voluntary Health Organizations (813212), Grantmaking and Giving Services (81321), Other Individual and Family Services (624190)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Disease-Specific Research & Support (e.g., Cancer, Diabetes, ALS) (BPAGACAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Rare Disease & Special Needs Support Organizations (BPAGACAM), Sports Fundraising & Development Services (Foundations, NIL Collectives Support) (MPAKAKAK)

Keywords

• Pediatric cancer research funding
• DIPG awareness fundraising
• Family assistance grants
• Community fundraising events
• Childhood cancer nonprofit

Headquarters

HQ city

North Easton

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations

Revenue model

1. Donations and Fundraising: Primary revenue stream consists of individual donations, corporate matching, planned giving, IRA gifts, donor advised funds, and event-based fundraising. Accepts donations via PayPal, Venmo, check, and wire transfer.
2. Merchandise Sales: Online merchandise storefront selling branded apparel (t-shirts, hoodies, hats, baby onesies) and accessories (stickers, mugs) with prices ranging from $3 to $68.
3. Event Sponsorships: Corporate sponsorships for events including Love for Linley Cup (Platinum, Gold, Silver tiers) and other fundraisers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Love for Linley Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that funds DIPG and pediatric brain cancer research through vetted partners (ChadTough Defeat DIPG, DDRFA, My DIPG Navigator) and provides direct financial grants, child life program supplies, and acts of kindness to families affected by pediatric cancer. It sustains this mission through community fundraising events (the annual Love for Linley Cup soccer tournament, Stronger Together bike ride, Crush Cancer Pickleball Classic, Fiesta for Linley), branded merchandise sales, individual and corporate donations, and event sponsorships. The organization is 100% volunteer-run with operations based in North Easton, Massachusetts.

Product overview

Love for Linley Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that operates a merchandise store selling branded apparel (t-shirts, hoodies, hats) and accessories, and organizes multiple signature fundraising events including the annual Love for Linley Cup 5v5 soccer tournament, Stronger Together 50-mile bike rides, Crush Cancer Pickleball Classic, and Fiesta for Linley. The foundation also provides direct support programs including Family Grants for financial assistance, Acts of Kindness theater tickets, and Child Life program supplies. The organization funds DIPG and pediatric brain cancer research through partnerships with ChadTough Defeat DIPG, DDRFA, and My DIPG Navigator. Communications include newsletters and the Blue Heart Mom Blog. The foundation connects with supporters through PayPal and Venmo donation platforms.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Love for Linley Merchandise Store Direct-to-consumer online store selling branded apparel (t-shirts, hoodies, hats, baby onesies) and accessories (stickers, mugs) with prices ranging from $3 to $68; local pickup available in Easton, MA. All proceeds support the foundation's mission.
• Love for Linley Cup (Annual Soccer Tournament) Annual 5v5 memorial soccer tournament raising funds for DIPG/DMG cancer research and supporting families affected by pediatric cancer. The signature event has grown from 74 teams (2023) to 130 teams (2025).
• Stronger Together (Annual Bike Ride) Annual 50-mile cancer-fighting bike ride and community festival supporting local Massachusetts families affected by cancer, held in partnership with Keep on Pushin' for Jeff Memorial Fund.
• Crush Cancer Pickleball Classic Annual pickleball tournament held in October to raise funds for cancer research.
• Fiesta for Linley Mexican-themed community fundraiser event benefiting the Love for Linley Foundation Family Grants Program.
• Family Grants Program Direct financial assistance program providing grants to families of pediatric cancer or other critical illness patients.
• Acts of Kindness Program providing theater tickets to cancer patients and their families, funded by grants from the Dunkin' Joy in Childhood Foundation.

Quantifiable outcome

• Love for Linley Cup Year 1 (2023): raised $30,000 for brain cancer research, programs, and family grants with 74+ teams
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• ChadTough Defeat DIPGcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLove for Linley Foundation is a Research Collaborator and funding partner of ChadTough Defeat DIPG. Research grants are approved by ChadTough's Scientific Advisory Council. This is the foundation's primary research funding channel.
• DDRFA (DIPG/DMG Research Funding Alliance)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLove for Linley Foundation is a DDRFA Funding Alliance member, collaborating with 50 nonprofits providing grants for DIPG/DMG research, trial access, and data integration.
• My DIPG NavigatorcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLove for Linley Foundation helped fund the launch of My DIPG Navigator, a program that provides 1-on-1 personalized guidance for DIPG/DMG families, connecting them with pediatric oncologists and DIPG treatment experts and trials.
• Tommy's PlaceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLove for Linley Foundation supports Tommy's Place, which owns and operates year-round magical vacation homes for kids fighting cancer in Falmouth, MA and Centerville, MA on Cape Cod.
• Elevate SoccerminorGTM or Marketing PartnerElevate Soccer is a partner for the Love for Linley Cup soccer tournament, providing training and media production for participants, and collaborated on the ELEVATE X LFL CUP Collab Hoodie merchandise.
• Stronger Together / Keep on Pushin' for Jeff Memorial FundminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCollaborative partnership for the annual Stronger Together 50-mile cancer-fighting bike ride and community festival supporting local Massachusetts families affected by cancer.
• JM Pet Resort and JM Pet VetminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal business supporter and sponsor of Love for Linley Foundation events.
• Brockton Beer CompanyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal business supporter and sponsor of Love for Linley Foundation events.
• Easton Youth Soccer Association (EYSA)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerEYSA provides field space for Love for Linley Cup tournaments and has been supportive of the event, including retiring Linley's travel jersey #32.
• Oliver Ames SoccerminorGTM or Marketing PartnerOliver Ames Soccer is a partner for the Love for Linley Cup, providing grounds crew support and generous assistance.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• St. Baldrick's Foundation: Leading childhood cancer research funder using event-based fundraising (head-shaving events) and direct grants to researchers. Closely analogous model combining community events with vetted research grantmaking.
• CureSearch for Children's Cancer: National childhood cancer research nonprofit funding clinical trials and research. Comparable in mission scope (pediatric cancer research funding) and donor-facing structure.
• National Pediatric Cancer Foundation: Pediatric cancer research foundation funding collaborative research initiatives. Similar disease focus, donor-supported grantmaking model, and event-driven fundraising mix.
• Tommy's Place: Vacation home program for kids fighting cancer in Massachusetts. Direct operational partner supporting the same family population; comparable community-based support model.
• Rally Foundation for Childhood Cancer Research: Childhood cancer research funder using youth-driven peer-to-peer fundraising. Closely comparable model emphasizing youth ambassadors and grassroots events for research grantmaking.
• Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation: Leading nonprofit dedicated specifically to pediatric brain tumor research, family support, and advocacy. Direct overlap on disease focus (brain tumors including DIPG) and family-support programming.
• Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation: Large-scale childhood cancer research and family support nonprofit. Same disease-specific funding model with grassroots events, direct family grants, and research grantmaking through scientific review.
• ChadTough Defeat DIPG: Pediatric brain cancer foundation focused specifically on DIPG research funding. Direct research partner of Love for Linley with overlapping donor constituency and nearly identical mission targeting DIPG/DMG.
• Musella Foundation for Brain Tumor Research: Brain tumor research and patient support nonprofit. Comparable grantmaking and family navigation programs for brain tumor patients, including DIPG-specific resources.

Emerging players

• The Dragonfly Foundation: Pediatric cancer patient and family support nonprofit providing in-hospital programming and community building. Comparable family support mission though focused on community experience rather than research funding.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/LoveforLinley
• Instagraminstagram.com/loveforlinleyc_oa
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/love-for-linley-foundation-inc

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Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

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