Grants for Cancer Nonprofits

Last updated October 5, 2026

Grantable tracks 858 active grants for cancer nonprofits in its free grants database, drawn from foundation sources and updated daily. 55 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: 858; 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; 89 with a published date

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MTF: Special Call for Breast Cancer-Related Community Service Projects Massage Therapy Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Special Call for Breast Cancer-Related Community Service Projects Do you work for an organization providing MT to cancer patients, survivors, caregivers, or healthcare professionals?	Not published	Varies
Melanoma Research Alliance: Young Investigator Awards Grant Melanoma Research Alliance Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $255K The Melanoma Research Alliance (MRA) Young Investigator Awards aim to attract early career researchers with innovative ideas in melanoma research.	Not published	Up to $255K
Linda's Fund McDonough District Hospital Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Financial assistance program established in October 2008 in memory of Linda (Ren) Bainter to support women diagnosed with breast cancer and their families.	Not published	Varies
Advanced Clinical Research Award - Breast Cancer Research Grant Conquer Cancer Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $450K The Advanced Clinical Research Award (ACRA) in Breast Cancer Research supports mid-career physician-scientists in conducting innovative, clinical research not currently funded.	Not published	Up to $450K
International Innovation Grant Conquer Cancer Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The International Innovation Grant, offered by the Conquer Cancer Foundation, supports innovative cancer research projects in low- and middle-income countries.	Not published	Up to $20K
Nancy Jaynes Memorial Scholarship Indiana Breast Cancer Awareness Trust · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K Named in honor of IBCAT founder Nancy Jaynes, this scholarship supports Indiana high school seniors who have been personally affected by breast cancer in their families. Indiana Breast Cancer Awareness Trust, Inc	Not published	Up to $3K
CRI Technology Impact Award Grant Cancer Research Institute Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $600K The CRI Technology Impact Award supports innovative, early-stage concepts aimed at transforming cancer immunotherapy.	Not published	Up to $600K
Childhood Cancer Research Grant Strike 3 Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Ben May Charitable Trust Grant The Ben May Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Ben May Charitable Trust, established in 1971 by Mr. Ben May, supports charitable, scientific, and educational initiatives.	Not published	Varies
Cancer Screenings in Maine RFP Grant Maine Cancer Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $80K The Maine Cancer Foundation is seeking proposals for cancer screening initiatives aimed at early detection and prevention. This RFP focuses on screenings for breast, cervical, colorectal, lung, prostate, and skin cancers.	Not published	Up to $80K
CRI Clinical Innovator Cancer Research Institute Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Innovative immunotherapy clinical trials proposed by academic researchers are vitally important to improving patient outcomes.	Not published	Varies
Simeon J. Fortin Charitable Foundation Grant Tr Uw SJ Fortin Char Fdn · Foundation Not published · Varies The Simeon J. Fortin Charitable Foundation, founded in 1986, champions cancer research initiatives aimed at finding a cure.	Not published	Varies
Damon Runyon-St. Jude Pediatric Cancer Research Fellowship Award Grant Damon Runyon Cancer Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $300K The Damon Runyon-St. Jude Pediatric Cancer Research Fellowship Award seeks to address the need for more researchers in pediatric oncology.	Not published	Up to $300K
Paul-Gallin Trailblazer Prize for Physician-Scientists Foundation for the National Institutes of Health Inc · Foundation Not published · $5K An annual recognition award for outstanding contributions of early career clinician-scientists whose research translates basic scientific observations into new paradigm-shifting approaches for diagnosing, preventing, treating, or curing…	Not published	$5K
Merit Award: Pain and Symptom Management Special Merit Award Grant Conquer Cancer Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $3K The Merit Award for Pain and Symptom Management offers a unique opportunity for eligible trainees and students to showcase their research at the ASCO Annual Meeting.	Not published	$1K – $3K
Muscogee (Creek) Nation Scholarship Foundation: Fighting Cancer for Kat Scholarship Grant Muscogee (Creek) Nation · Foundation Not published · $500 The Muscogee (Creek) Nation Scholarship Foundation offers the Fighting Cancer for Kat Scholarship to assist Muscogee (Creek) Nation students affected by cancer.	Not published	$500
Basic Research Fellowships American Brain Tumor Association · Foundation Not published · $100K Support postdoctoral fellows conducting brain tumor research under the guidance of established, nationally recognized leaders in neuro-oncology.	Not published	$100K
Fishin' for a Cure Hope Fund Fishin for a Cure · Foundation Not published · Up to $3K In 2014, Fishin' for a Cure established a hope fund to provide financial assistance to individuals battling cancer during their cancer journey.	Not published	Up to $3K
Colorectal Screening Grant (Coverys Community Healthcare Foundation & American Cancer Society) St Joseph Hospital · Foundation Not published · $50K	Not published	$50K
Miles of Hope Breast Cancer Foundation General Grants Miles of Hope Breast Cancer Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Grants are awarded in the following areas: Miles of Hope was started by Dana Effron and Cathy Varunok in 2004. To date, the Foundation has granted over $4.0 million to programs and services for people affected by breast cancer.	Not published	Varies
Health Applications Grant Boston Scientific Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Boston Scientific Foundation focuses on improving health and educational opportunities for economically disadvantaged individuals, particularly in communities where its employees reside.	Not published	Varies
Improving Actionable Biomarker Testing Through Technology-Enabled Solutions Grant The Pfizer Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $250K The Quality Improvement grant from Conquer Cancer and Pfizer aims to enhance biomarker testing and treatment practices in cancer care through innovative digital solutions.	Not published	Up to $250K
Lila and Murray Gruber Memorial Cancer Research Award and Lectureship Grant American Academy of Dermatology Inc · Foundation Not published · $10K The Lila and Murray Gruber Memorial Cancer Research Award recognizes outstanding contributions in cancer research, offering a cash prize of $10,000.	Not published	$10K
Career Development Award Special Competitions Grant Conquer Cancer Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $200K The 2026 Conquer Cancer Career Development Award in Palliative and Supportive Care offers $200,000 over three years to support clinical investigators in establishing independent cancer research programs.	Not published	Up to $200K

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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 858 grants for cancer nonprofits Grantable lists as of October 5, 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 858 grants listed, 36 accept applications on a rolling basis, 89 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, 61% 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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