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Lead Exposure Action Fund (LEAF)

Lead Exposure Action Fund (LEAF) — Proactive Grants

Funds practical lead exposure projects in low and middle income communities with testing and mitigation.

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The Lead Exposure Action Fund (LEAF), managed by Coefficient Giving, has deployed over $60 million across 44 grants since its launch in 2024. The fund was established as a multidonor initiative with 12 philanthropic partners including the Gates Foundation, ELMA Foundation, Good Ventures, and others, with an initial total commitment of over $125 million. LEAF operates exclusively in low- and middle…

What this grant funds

Funds blood lead measurement, source screening, mitigation policy and technology, and efforts to mainstream lead as a public health priority in low- and middle-income countries.

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CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Rolling
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.Rolling
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.—
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.—
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Last verified: 24 Jul 2026Source: coefficientgiving.org