Philanthropy

Help fund the next breakthrough in prostate cancer

No two cancers are alike. The Weiner Lab personalizes prostate cancer treatment by studying each patient's unique tumor biology, so the right patient gets the right treatment at the right time. This work runs almost entirely on competitive grants and the generosity of patients and families.

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1 in 8U.S. men diagnosed in their lifetime
~35,000U.S. deaths from prostate cancer each year
2ndLeading cause of cancer death in American men
$1.2M+In active grants powering this lab
What we are working on

Three lines of research, one goal

Every project in this lab is aimed at a single question: how do we get every man with prostate cancer the right treatment at the right time?

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Designing new targeted drugs

Prostate cancer cells differ from healthy cells in specific, exploitable ways. Our lab is designing a new generation of targeted therapies that attack cancer cells while leaving healthy tissue alone, aiming for treatments that are more effective and easier on patients.

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PSMA PET as a treatment roadmap

Thousands of prostate cancer patients get PSMA PET scans each year, but not every cancer lights up on these scans. We are studying what PET visibility reveals about a tumor's biology and which treatments will work best for each patient.

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How cancer evolves after treatment

Prostate cancer changes after treatment, and those changes are often what allow it to come back. By mapping how tumors evolve, we are identifying the vulnerabilities that can be targeted to stop recurrence before it starts.

Where your gift goes

What your support helps us do

Gifts to Dr. Weiner's lab support the science directly. Contributions of any size make a real difference, and every one is deeply appreciated.

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Run experiments

Fund the lab supplies, reagents, equipment time, PSMA PET data, and computing power that let us test new ideas and turn promising hypotheses into published findings.

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Train the next generation

Support the salaries of graduate students, research assistants, and postdoctoral fellows learning to tackle prostate cancer. They are the hands behind every experiment.

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Move faster

Bridge the gap between grant cycles so promising work does not have to wait. Federal grants take years to land. Philanthropy can move in days.

Current funders

You would be in good company

The lab's research is competitively funded by the field's most respected organizations. Philanthropic gifts ride alongside this support and unlock the early-stage ideas grants cannot reach.

Prostate Cancer
FoundationYoung Investigator Award
Movember
FoundationTrueNTH Global Registry
Department of DefenseCDMRP Physician Research Award
Simon-Strauss
FoundationResearch Award

Plus the Donna and Jesse Garber Early Career Mentored Award from Cedars-Sinai.

Ways to give

Choose a way to support the work

Gifts of every size make a difference. Larger gifts can be directed toward specific research priorities, named funds, or endowed programs.

Annual support

$100 to $5,000

Direct support for active lab projects: lab supplies, data analysis time, trainee travel to share findings at national meetings.

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In the comment box at checkout, please type: Adam Weiner research

Major gifts

$5,000 to $250,000

Fund a specific research project from start to publication. Major gifts can sponsor pilot studies, trainee fellowships, or focused research initiatives in the lab.

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Transformative & named gifts

$250,000+

Endowed research funds, named programs, and multi-year commitments that change what the lab can take on. Recognition opportunities are available across Cedars-Sinai.

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All gifts are processed through Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization (Tax ID 95-1644600). Donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. To direct your gift to this lab, please type "Adam Weiner research" in the comment box of the Cedars-Sinai donation form. Prefer to give by check, discuss a larger gift, or need help? Email Pranav.Movva@cshs.org.

Adam B. Weiner, MD
Why patients give

From the clinic to the lab bench

"Dr. Weiner not only understands the medical intricacies of his work, but also made an ongoing effort to attend to the very real human and emotional aspects that accompany his practice. It's that type of compassion that makes Dr. Weiner such a blessing to be affiliated with."
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If your experience was anything like this one, a gift to the lab is the most direct way to extend that care to the next patient who walks through the door.

Donate to the research

Type "Adam Weiner research" in the comment box at checkout.

Other ways to give

Beyond cash gifts

Appreciated securities

Gifts of stock, bonds, or mutual funds may offer added tax efficiency. Cedars-Sinai's gift planning team can walk you through the process.

Donor-advised funds

Recommend a grant to Cedars-Sinai for the Weiner Lab through your DAF. Tax ID and instructions are provided on request.

Planned giving

Bequests, charitable trusts, and beneficiary designations are powerful ways to support research. Cedars-Sinai's planned giving team can help.

Matching gifts

Many employers double or triple charitable contributions. Check with your HR team to see if your gift can be matched.

Honor or memorial gifts

Gifts in honor of a loved one or in memory of someone you have lost. We acknowledge the gift to the family or honoree at your direction.

Corporate & foundation

Sponsorships, foundation grants, and corporate partnerships supporting research priorities. Please reach out to discuss alignment.

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Ways to support the lab

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The fastest way to support the work. All gifts are tax-deductible.

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Give by check or wire

Email Pranav.Movva@cshs.org for the correct mailing address and instructions to ensure your gift is routed to the Weiner Lab specifically.

Discuss a major or named gift

Pranav coordinates with the Cedars-Sinai Office of Philanthropy on multi-year pledges, named research funds, and bequests. Reach out for an introduction.

Honor or memorial gifts

Gifts in honor of a loved one or in memory of someone you have lost. We acknowledge the gift to the family or honoree at your direction.

Donor FAQ

Common questions

Is my gift tax-deductible?

Yes. Cedars-Sinai Medical Center is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization (Tax ID 95-1644600), and gifts are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.

Can I direct my gift specifically to Dr. Weiner's lab?

Yes. On the Cedars-Sinai online giving form, type "Adam Weiner research" in the comment box at checkout. This routes your gift to Dr. Weiner's lab within the Department of Urology. For larger gifts, the philanthropy team can set up a designated fund or formal pledge. Email Pranav.Movva@cshs.org for help.

What percentage of my gift supports research directly?

Cedars-Sinai applies a modest gift administration fee. The substantial majority of every gift directly supports the research designated by the donor.

Can I make a multi-year pledge?

Yes. Many donors find a multi-year commitment a meaningful way to support sustained research. Our team will work with you on a payment schedule that fits.

What recognition is available?

Recognition options range from acknowledgment in lab communications to named research funds and endowed programs, depending on gift level and donor preference. Anonymous giving is always welcome.