Grants for Cancer Nonprofits

Last updated October 6, 2026

Grantable tracks 856 active grants for cancer nonprofits in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 54 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 432 list an award amount, with a median of $100K.

Grants tracked: 856; from 358 funders
Median award: $100K; middle half $20K–$250K
Total listed funding: $101.1M; across 432 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 36; 88 with a published date

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Guy A. and N. Kay Arboit Charitable Trust Grant Andrew and Alice Fischer Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies First American Bank administers the application process for several charitable trusts.and one of these is the Guy A. and N. Kay Arboit Charitable Trust.	Not published	Varies
Hawaii Community Foundation: Medical Research Grants Hawaii Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $60K The Hawai‘i Community Foundation (HCF) offers Medical Research Grants to support vital basic and clinical research conducted locally.	Not published	Up to $60K
Oliver S. and Jennie R. Donaldson Charitable Trust Grant Oliver & Jennie Donaldson CHAR(1071 · Foundation Not published · Varies The Oliver S. and Jennie R. Donaldson Charitable Trust was established in 1969. The Foundation focuses its grantmaking on cancer-related organizations and organizations of personal interest to the Trustees.	Not published	Varies
Driving Timely Biomarker Testing to Optimize Treatment Decisions for Colorectal Cancer Patients Grant The Pfizer Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K Pfizer supports the global healthcare community’s independent initiatives (e.g., research, quality improvement or education) to improve patient outcomes in areas of unmet medical need that are aligned with Pfizer’s medical and/or…	Not published	Up to $100K
Peter Hebberd Diversity Scholarship Children's Brain Tumor Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Presented in memory of Peter Hebberd, to celebrate his generous and accepting spirit, and the love and pride he had for his Colombian heritage. One of CBTF's five scholarships announced in May 2021.	Not published	Varies
The Amazing Grace Scholarship Children's Brain Tumor Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K CBTF's first scholarship, awarded twice a year to a brain tumor survivor pursuing a college degree who has shown the excellence and love of learning exhibited by Grace Fulcher.	Not published	$1K
Ounce of Prevention Scholarship Fund Grant Marshall County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies We administer a number of scholarships, which range from the traditional academic and athletic awards to corporate and special circumstances offerings.	Not published	Varies
CSS Dharm V. Singh Carcinogenesis Graduate Student Endowment Award Grant Society of Toxicology · Foundation Not published · $350 – $750 The CSS Dharm V. Singh Carcinogenesis Graduate Student Endowment Award, established by the Society of Toxicology, encourages graduate students to submit abstracts for competition.	Not published	$350 – $750
University of Virginia ETS Fusion Inhibitor Grant (Dr. John Bushweller) Little Warrior Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $130K	Not published	$130K
AHNS Presidential Award: Novel Therapeutic Targets and Combinations in Head and Neck Cancer Grant The American Head and Neck Society Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $15K The AHNS Presidential Award supports innovative research targeting novel therapeutic approaches in head and neck cancer.	Not published	Up to $15K
Evan Schumacher Fund for Rare Cancer Research TargetCancer Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $50K Established in honor of Evan Schumacher, a beloved entrepreneur who lost his life to cholangiocarcinoma at age 46 in 2015.	Not published	$50K
AACR Gertrude B. Elion Cancer Research Award Grant American Association for Cancer Research · Foundation Not published · $225K The AACR Gertrude B. Elion Cancer Research Award, supported by GlaxoSmithKline, aims to promote research in cancer etiology, diagnosis, treatment, or prevention by tenure-eligible junior faculty.	Not published	$225K
CPI Research Grants to Prevent Inherited Cancer Cancer Prevention Initiative Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Since its founding, CPI has invested nearly $5 million in hereditary cancer prevention research, providing critical early support when other funders may not take the risk.	Not published	Varies
Improving Health Decision Making With Comparative Clinical Effectiveness Research: Retrospective Observational Studies Leveraging Existing Data Sources PCORI Funding- Cycle 1 2026 Grant Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute · Foundation Not published · Up to $2M This funding opportunity from the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute aims to enhance health decision-making through comparative clinical effectiveness research, focusing on critical areas such as cancer, maternal health, and…	Not published	Up to $2M
Cancer Care Specialists of Illinois Scholarship Grant Heart of Illinois Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Cancer Care Specialists of Illinois Scholarship offers financial assistance for tuition to high school seniors and healthcare professionals in oncology/hematology within Central and Southern Illinois.	Not published	Varies
Grant Extension Colon Cancer Coalition Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies If you are not ready to apply for a new Get Your Rear in Gear grant, you can apply to extend your current grant instead of submitting a new application. For questions or additional information, contact the Coalition through their website.	Not published	Varies
Audrey B. Mastroianni College Scholarship Program United Breast Cancer Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Program Manager notes that scholarship recipients are "a very special breed" of students who have learned strength and tenacity from their mothers and are committed to honoring them by pursuing their education.	Not published	Varies
American Cancer Society Transportation and Lodging Grants Essentia Health Moose Lake · Foundation Not published · $10K – $20K Help alleviate financial burden for patients undergoing cancer treatment by providing transportation and lodging assistance Part of a nationwide investment of $9 million from the American Cancer Society expected to provide nearly 63,000…	Not published	$10K – $20K
AACR-Conquer Cancer, the ASCO Foundation Young Investigator Award for Translational Cancer Research Grant American Association for Cancer Research · Foundation Not published · $50K The AACR-Conquer Cancer, the ASCO Foundation Young Investigator Award for Translational Cancer Research supports early-career physician-scientists transitioning from fellowship to faculty roles.	Not published	$50K
Beacon Award for Women Leaders in Oncology Aim-Hi Accelerator Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The AIM-HI Beacon Award recognizes outstanding women leaders in all sectors of the health and life sciences industry who have made a significant impact on advancing cancer treatment, detection, and diagnosis for patients worldwide through…	Not published	Varies
Maryland Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Program Maryland Department of Health · State Not published · Varies Funded by the Centers for Disease Prevention and Control (CDC) and the Maryland Cigarette Restitution Fund, this program provides grants to local health departments and health systems to provide cancer screening and diagnostic services to…	Not published	Varies
Salisbury Award for Entrepreneurial Translational Research National Foundation For Cancer Research · Foundation Not published · $2K – $3K The Salisbury Award encourages and promotes innovative scientists and early-stage start-up companies to translate their discoveries into therapies that can improve the lives of cancer patients.	Not published	$2K – $3K
Community-Participatory Feasibility Assessment for Cancer Study, Flint MI Grant National Minority Quality Forum · Foundation Not published · $400K The Community-Participatory Feasibility Assessment for Cancer Study in Flint, MI, aims to address local concerns about cancer and pollution through community involvement.	Not published	$400K
Leukemia Exploration and Prevention Grant Program (LEAP) - Research Scholar Grant American Cancer Society Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $860K The Leukemia Exploration and Prevention Grant Program (LEAP) aims to advance cancer interception and prevention strategies for patients with RUNX1 familial platelet disorder.	Not published	Up to $860K

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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 856 grants for cancer nonprofits Grantable lists as of October 6, 2026, 432 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, 358 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are grants for cancer nonprofits due?

Of 856 grants listed, 36 accept applications on a rolling basis, 88 have a published upcoming deadline, 205 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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