Grants for Cancer Nonprofits
Last updated October 4, 2026
Grantable tracks 859 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. 434 list an award amount, with a median of $100K.
- Grants tracked
- 859
- from 360 funders
- Median award
- $100K
- middle half $20K–$250K
- Total listed funding
- $101.3M
- across 434 grants that list an amount
- Rolling deadlines
- 36
- 87 with a published date
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| ★ | Grant |
|---|---|
| National Cancer Institute's Investigator-Initiated Early Phase Clinical Trials for Cancer Treatment and Diagnosis (R01 Clinical Trial Required) National Institutes of Health · Federal Jan 7, 2027 · Up to $500K Through this Notice of Funding Opportunity, the National Cancer Institute (NCI) seeks research projects that implement early phase (Phase 0, I, and II) investigator-initiated clinical trials focused on cancer-targeted diagnostic and… | |
| Cancer Prevention and Control Clinical Trials Grant Program (R01 Clinical Trial Required) National Institutes of Health · Federal Jan 7, 2027 · Varies Through this notice of funding opportunity (NOFO), the National Cancer Institute (NCI) invites applications for support of investigator-initiated clinical trials that have the potential to reduce the burden of cancer through improvements… | |
| Mechanisms that Impact Cancer Risk with Use of Incretin Mimetics (R01 Clinical Trial Optional) National Institutes of Health · Federal Jan 7, 2027 · Varies The goal of the proposed funding announcement is twofold, to promote preclinical and patient based studies examining the mechanism(s) through which incretin mimetics (including agonists or antagonists of GLP-1, GIP-1, or dual GLP-1/GIP-1… | |
| Interventions to expand cancer screening and preventive services to ADVANCE health in populations that experience health disparities (R01, Clinical Trial Required) National Institutes of Health · Federal Jan 7, 2027 · Varies The Office of Disease Prevention (ODP) and participating National Institutes of Health (NIH) Institutes, Centers, and Offices (ICs) are issuing this R01 to solicit applications to address barriers and facilitators that impede use or uptake… | |
| Cancer Challenge Grant - 2026-2027 The Cancer Challenge · Foundation ~January · Varies Funding supports local cancer services and programs including: | |
| Discovery of the Genetic Basis of Childhood Cancers and of Congenital Anomalies: Gabriella Miller Kids First Pediatric Research Program (X01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) National Institutes of Health · Federal Jan 11, 2027 · Varies As part of the Gabriella Miller Kids First Pediatric Research Program ( Kids First Program ), the NIH invites applications to submit samples from pediatric cohorts for whole genome sequencing at a Kids First Program supported sequencing… | |
| Glioblastoma Therapeutics Network (GTN) (U19 Clinical Trial Required) National Institutes of Health · Federal Jan 11, 2027 · Up to $700K Through this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO), the National Cancer Institute (NCI) solicits applications for research on novel therapies for adult glioblastoma (GBM). | |
| Postdoctoral Fellowship Hope Funds for Cancer Research · Foundation ~January · $2K – $62K The program specifically targets research on the following cancers: Applications are evaluated with strong emphasis on innovation: | |
| Cancer Advancement through Partnerships in Research and Infrastructure (CAPRI) (U54 Clinical Trial Optional) National Institutes of Health · Federal Jan 25, 2027 · Varies This funding opportunity seeks to support the Comprehensive Partnerships to Advance Cancer Health (CPACH) Program. | |
| Collin Wehr Scholarship Bears Care · Foundation ~January · Varies Financial assistance for young cancer survivors or siblings of children who lost their battle with pediatric cancer to pursue post-secondary education. Inspired by Collin Wehr, who ended his battle with pediatric cancer in March 2013. | |
| Cancer Research Grant Program (Innovative/Translational Cancer Research) Mary Kay Ash Foundation · Foundation ~February · Up to $100K | |
| Global HOPE Paediatric Haematology and Oncology Fellowship Program Texas Children's Hospital · Foundation ~February · Varies | |
| The NCI Worta McCaskill-Stevens Career Development Award for Community Oncology and Prevention Research (K12 Clinical Trial Optional) National Institutes of Health · Federal Feb 18, 2027 · Varies The purpose of the Worta McCaskill-Stevens K12 funding opportunity is to support institutional career development awards designed to prepare newly trained clinicians who have made a commitment to independent research careers in community… | |
| The Cancer League Research Grant The Cancer League Inc · Foundation ~February · Varies Recipients must submit written updates at: Recipients may be asked to present updates in person to Cancer League members for member education purposes. | |
| Attitude is Everything Scholarship Bite Me Cancer Inc · Foundation ~March · Varies Bite Me Cancer's scholarship program for teenagers and young adults affected by cancer. | |
| Aflac Charitable Fund Competitive Grant Central Carolina Community Foundation · Foundation Mar 15, 2027 · $1K – $10K The Aflac Charitable Fund Competitive Grant supports local nonprofit organizations in South Carolina, focusing on health and education. | |
| TRCF Scholarship Program The Ruth Cheatham Foundation · Foundation ~March · $2K – $5K Applicants must meet ALL of the following criteria: | |
| Collaborative Grant Program San Antonio Medical Foundation · Foundation ~March · Up to $200K Established in 2016 to foster collaboration between San Antonio/Bexar County healthcare and bioscience research organizations. | |
| Brain Cancer Research Investigator Grant B Cured Inc · Foundation ~April · $50K | |
| Pancreatic Cancer Detection Consortium: Management and Data Coordination Unit (U24 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) National Institutes of Health · Federal May 25, 2027 · Up to $500K Through this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO), the National Cancer Institute (NCI) is soliciting applications for the establishment of the Management and Data Coordination Unit (MDCU), one of the two scientific components of the… | |
| Young Investigator Award (YIA) Cancer Research Foundation · Foundation ~August · $100K The Cancer Research Foundation Young Investigator Award is the organization's preeminent grant-making program and has been established for more than 30 years. | |
| Integrating Biospecimen Science Approaches into Clinical Assay Development (U01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) National Institutes of Health · Federal Sep 10, 2027 · Varies Through this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO), the National Cancer Institute (NCI) intends to support extramural research to investigate and mitigate challenges facing clinical assay development and subsequent analytical validation due… | |
| Utilizing the PLCO Biospecimens Resource to Bridge Gaps in Cancer Etiology and Early Detection Research (U01 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) National Institutes of Health · Federal Oct 8, 2027 · Varies This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) encourages the submission of applications that propose to advance research in cancer etiology and early detection biomarkers, utilizing the advantages of the unique biorepository resources of the… | |
| NCI Pathway to Independence Award (K99/R00 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) National Institutes of Health · Federal Oct 14, 2027 · Varies The purpose of the NCI Pathway to Independence Award (K99/R00) program is to facilitate a timely transition of talented postdoctoral researchers with a research and/or clinical doctorate degree from mentored, postdoctoral research… |
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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 859 grants for cancer nonprofits Grantable lists as of October 4, 2026, 434 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 open listings, the most active 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, 360 funders have at least one open grant in this category.
When are grants for cancer nonprofits due?
Of 859 grants listed, 36 accept applications on a rolling basis, 87 have a published upcoming deadline, 207 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 529 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 62% 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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