Grants for Cancer Nonprofits

Last updated October 6, 2026

Grantable tracks 857 active grants for cancer nonprofits in its free grants database, drawn from federal and foundation sources and updated daily. 54 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 433 list an award amount, with a median of $100K.

Grants tracked: 857; from 359 funders
Median award: $100K; middle half $20K–$250K
Total listed funding: $101.3M; across 433 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 36; 88 with a published date

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IUSCCC Early Career Investigator Award Grant Indiana Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (CTSI) · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The IUSCCC Early Career Investigator Award offers funding for pilot research projects in cancer research and population science.	Not published	Up to $50K
VLCF: Starr Children's Fund Grant Vince Lombardi Cancer Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The VLCF: Starr Children's Fund is dedicated to combating pediatric cancer through research and treatment funding. Founded by Bart and Cherry Starr, it honors their legacy of philanthropy and support for cancer care.	Not published	Varies
Consortium Grant Rally Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K	Not published	Up to $100K
Health Services Research to Improve Management of mBC Patients Treated with Tucatinib The Pfizer Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The intent of this RFP is to support Investigator Sponsored/General Research projects that will implement and assess the impact of therapy management approaches for patients with HER2+ Metastatic Breast Cancer (mBC) receiving tucatinib in…	Not published	Varies
ORLF: Robert McCune Endowment Grants Ottumwa Regional Legacy Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Robert McCune Endowment Grants support cancer patients in Ottumwa and Wapello County by providing financial assistance for medical treatment, facility improvements, and educational opportunities for healthcare professionals.	Not published	Varies
Research Fellowships - Lauri Strauss Leukemia and Allied Cancer Research Fellowship Lauri Strauss Leukemia Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Endowed research fellowship program established and fully funded at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.	Not published	Varies
Long-term International Fellowship Grant Conquer Cancer Foundation · Foundation Not published · $60K The Long-term International Fellowship (LIFe) offers vital support to early-career oncologists in low- to middle-income countries (LMICs), enabling them to enhance their training through mentorship in the U.S., Canada, or Europe.	Not published	$60K
RE34 Breast Cancer Research Grant - $50,000 Oncology Nursing Society · Foundation Not published · $50K The RE34 Breast Cancer Research Grant, sponsored by the Oncology Nursing Society, offers $50,000 to emerging and mid-career oncology nurse researchers. It aims to support impactful research projects focused on breast cancer.	Not published	$50K
Crazy 8 Initiative Grant Program on Pediatric Brain Tumors Alexs Lemonade Stand Foundation · Foundation Not published · $3M – $5M The Crazy 8 Initiative Grant Program, established by Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation, aims to advance pediatric brain tumor treatments through collaborative research efforts.	Not published	$3M – $5M
Education & Patient Advocacy Program (EPAP) American Breast Cancer Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $2.2M	Not published	$2.2M
TheoryLab Collaborative (TLC) Grant American Cancer Society Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $61K The TheoryLab Collaborative (TLC) Grant is designed to fund collaborative cancer research projects between two American Cancer Society researchers.	Not published	Up to $61K
Cancer Prevention in Maine Grant Maine Cancer Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $80K Cancer remains a leading cause of death in Maine, impacting thousands of Mainers each year.	Not published	Up to $80K
Kronkosky Charitable Foundation Grant : Health Issues Albert & Bessie Mae Kronkosky Charitable · Foundation Not published · Varies The Kronkosky Charitable Foundation Grant focuses on health issues, funding organizations that provide care and support for mental health conditions, substance use disorders, and cancer.	Not published	Varies
Gabriella Miller Kids First Training and Outreach Core (U24 Clinical Trials Not Allowed) National Institutes of Health · Federal Forecast · $800,000 total The NIH Common Fund, with other NIH Institutes and Centers (ICs), intends to publish a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to solicit applications for the Gabriella Miller Kids First Pediatric Research Program (Kids First) , which seeks…	Forecast	$800,000 total
Young Investigator Awards Cancer Research Foundation - Chicago Chapter · Foundation Not published · $100K The Young Investigator Award is the Cancer Research Foundation's preeminent grant-making program.	Not published	$100K
Infrastructure Grant St Baldrick's Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Schoen Family Charitable Trust Grant Schoen Family Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Schoen Family Charitable Trust Grant, established by John and Joan Schoen in 2005, is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to supporting Midwestern communities.	Not published	Varies
Timothy Gee Humanity in Medicine Award Lauri Strauss Leukemia Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies An award recognizing physicians who exemplify both medical competence and compassion in their practice and mentorship.	Not published	Varies
Incyte Membership Requests Grant Incyte Corporation · Foundation Not published · Varies Incyte Corporation invites organizations to submit membership requests aimed at enhancing healthcare access for patients and advocates.	Not published	Varies
Career Development Award Lung Cancer Initiative · Foundation Not published · $150K Two-year research award supporting emerging research leaders who plan to continue their career in the field of lung cancer research.	Not published	$150K
Early Career Travel Award Sarc · Foundation Not published · Varies Listed as a funding opportunity on SARC's website, though detailed information about award amounts, eligibility, deadlines, and application process is not provided in the extracted content.	Not published	Varies
SBIR Innovative Molecular Analysis Technology (IMAT) Development for Cancer Research and Clinical Care Arizona Bioindustry Association Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Gastrointestinal Cancers Symposium Merit Awards Conquer Cancer Foundation of the American Society of Clinical Oncology · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
FourEvergreen Foundation Grants Fourevergreen Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The FourEvergreen Foundation is dedicated to enhancing the Louisville community through impactful initiatives in youth development, cancer research, animal welfare, and environmental stewardship.	Not published	Varies

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About grants for cancer nonprofits

Cancer-focused grants support nonprofits, research institutions, and community organizations working on cancer research, prevention, screening, and patient support. The American Cancer Society is the nation's largest private nonprofit funder of cancer research, and Susan G. Komen is the largest private funder of breast cancer research, alongside federal funding from the National Cancer Institute at NIH. Grants span laboratory discovery, clinical work, community screening, and direct patient assistance.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do grants for cancer nonprofits award?

Of the 857 grants for cancer nonprofits Grantable lists as of October 6, 2026, 433 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $100K, and the middle half fall between $20K and $250K. The largest is $6M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most grants for cancer nonprofits?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are National Institutes of Health (60), American Association for Cancer Research (27), American Cancer Society Inc (21), Conquer Cancer Foundation (20), and St Baldrick's Foundation Inc (14). In all, 359 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for cancer nonprofits due?

Of 857 grants listed, 36 accept applications on a rolling basis, 88 have a published upcoming deadline, 206 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 527 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 60% fall in October–December.

What grants are available for cancer nonprofits?

Funding ranges from research grants for laboratory and clinical science to community grants for screening, education, navigation, and patient support. The American Cancer Society funds extramural research at nonprofit institutions nationwide, while organizations like Susan G. Komen fund both research and community programs delivering breast-health services to underserved populations. Federal cancer funding flows primarily through the National Cancer Institute.

Which foundations fund cancer programs and research?

The American Cancer Society is the largest private nonprofit source of cancer-research funding, supporting researchers at institutions across the country. Susan G. Komen is the world's largest private funder of breast cancer research and also funds community breast-health programs. The National Cancer Institute at NIH is the dominant federal funder, and disease-specific foundations fund research and support for particular cancers.

Are there grants for both research and patient support?

Yes. Research grants fund scientists and clinical investigators, typically through institutions, while patient-support and community grants fund screening, navigation, education, and direct assistance such as help with transportation or living costs. Funders like Susan G. Komen operate on both sides, and the American Cancer Society also provides patient-support programs alongside research. Match your proposal to the right track, as research grants usually flow through academic or medical institutions.

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