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Overview

Cancer Research Grant Program

Funder: U CAN-CER VIVE Foundation (Team LaFontaine)
Geographic Scope: Michigan, United States only
Mission: The U CAN-CER VIVE Foundation provides vital funding for cancer research to detect, treat, prevent and destroy cancer.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Michigan Based: 100% of grant funding must be applied directly to cancer research performed in the state of Michigan
  • Research must align with the foundation's mission to find a cure for cancer and create a cancer-free world
  • Applicant must be affiliated with a hospital, research institution, or medical center in Michigan

Focus Areas

The foundation supports research across multiple cancer types, including but not limited to:

  • Pancreatic cancer

  • Pediatric cancers (leukemia, brain tumors)

  • Prostate, cervical, colorectal, and ovarian cancer

  • Liver cancer

  • Breast, colorectal, and pancreatic cancers

  • Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma (diffuse large B cell lymphoma)

  • Radiation-related complications from cancer treatment

  • Novel treatment approaches and biomarker development
  • Timeline & Decision Process

    • Grant submissions are reviewed within the year of application
    • Funding decisions occur in the fourth quarter when the U CAN-CER VIVE Board and Committee Members meet
    • Selected grants receive payment in the following calendar year

    Partnership Requirements

    The foundation seeks partnerships with:

  • Research labs and institutions

  • Doctors and researchers

  • Patient advocates

  • Medical centers and hospitals
  • Partners are expected to:

  • Provide updates on research development and treatment improvements

  • Communicate possible revisions in grant plans

  • Share results through blog posts, press releases, and photos to keep supporters informed
  • Contact Information

    Email: admin@ucancervive.com
    Website: ucancervive.com
    Social Media: @UCANCERVIVE

    Background

    Founded in 2016 by siblings Ryan and Kelley LaFontaine, the U CAN-CER VIVE Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. As of 2021, the foundation had raised nearly $3,000,000 for critical cancer research in Michigan. 100% of donations go directly toward funding cancer research grants.

    How to Apply

    Grant Application Process

    Submission Portal: Online form available at ucancervive.com/cancer-research-grant-proposal/

    Required Materials

    1. Lead Researcher Information
    - Lead doctor's name
    - Hospital/Institution name
    - Email address
    - Phone number
    - Full address

    2. Grant Proposal Details
    - Grant amount requested
    - Grant title
    - Abstract description of proposed research (use layman's terms)
    - Detailed budget breakdown for proposed grant with allocated expenses
    - Description of research expectations and long-term goals

    3. Team Information
    - Names and contact information of all additional team members
    - Description of team qualifications and expertise

    4. Video Presentation
    - Link to video presentation (maximum 10 minutes)
    - Must present the proposed research for committee review

    5. Supporting Documentation
    - Optional: File upload for additional proposal documentation (max 50 MB)

    Application Requirements Summary

    • All proposals must demonstrate alignment with the foundation's mission
    • Detailed budget with allocated expenses is required
    • 100% of funding must be used for Michigan-based research
    • Video presentation is mandatory
    • Written descriptions should be clear and accessible to non-specialists

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    cancerscience-research

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