Grants for Cancer Nonprofits

Last updated October 5, 2026

Grantable tracks 858 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. 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; 88 with a published date

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Moment Maker Society Ryan Callahan Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $24 A donor membership program providing 24/7 support and care to pediatric cancer families throughout treatment and beyond.	Not published	$24
N.I.C.K.'s Scholarships (Chiera Family Foundation) Chiera Family Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Chiera Family Foundation's N.I.C.K.'s Scholarships (Nothing Is Impossible for Cancer Kids) is a college scholarship program for young adults who have beaten cancer.	Not published	Varies
Catalyst Grant Program Hirshberg Foundation for Pancreatic Canc · Foundation Not published · Varies A research funding program mentioned in the Foundation's grant portfolio.	Not published	Varies
Jiv Daya Foundation: India Grant Jiv Daya Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Dr. Vinay Jain and his wife, Mrs. Kanika Jain, created Jiv Daya Foundation in 2002 with the mission of improving the quality of life of people around the world.	Not published	Varies
David B. Frohnmayer Early Investigator Award Fanconi Cancer Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
N.I.C.K.'S Scholarships Chiera Family Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 – $3K	Not published	$500 – $3K
ASPIRE Awards The Mark Foundation for Cancer Research (US) Ltd · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: Funder does not run an open RFP on a regular basis with this program._ The Mark Foundation for Cancer Research actively partners with scientists to accelerate research that will transform the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of…	Not published	Varies
Jon Grove Memorial Scholarship Grant The Community Foundation of Howard County Inc · Foundation Not published · $4K The Jon Grove Memorial Scholarship, valued at $2,500, supports Howard County Public High School seniors whose lives have been affected by cancer.	Not published	$4K
Breast and Cervical Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment Program Maryland Department of Health · State Not published · Varies To pay for diagnostic and treatment services for breast cancer or cervical cancer for program eligible Maryland residents.	Not published	Varies
SSO ACPMP Young Investigator Award (Acpmp) Appendix Cancerpseudomyxoma Peritonei Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · $25K Supports promising early-career investigators conducting research on appendix cancer and PMP. This award recognizes innovation and research potential in the next generation of cancer researchers.	Not published	$25K
AIM-HI Accelerator Fund (Aim-Hi Accelerator Fund) National Foundation For Cancer Research · Foundation Not published · Varies A disruptive funding model designed to accelerate cancer innovations from laboratory bench to patients at their bedside, bridging the "valley of death" between basic research breakthroughs and clinical application.	Not published	Varies
The Mark Foundation for Cancer Research: Emerging Leader Award Grant The Mark Foundation for Cancer Research (US) Ltd · Foundation Not published · $250K The Mark Foundation for Cancer Research's Emerging Leader Award supports early-career investigators with $250,000 annually for three years, totaling $750,000.	Not published	$250K
Early Detection Award The Mark Foundation for Cancer Research (US) Ltd · Foundation Not published · Varies The Early Detection Award supports research focused on early cancer detection and diagnostic approaches.	Not published	Varies
Gift from a Child Grants Swifty Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Since 2016, the Swifty Foundation has been the primary funder of the Gift from a Child initiative, which supports post-mortem tissue donation programs for pediatric brain cancer research.	Not published	Varies
Cancer Center Cancer Prevention & Control (CPC) Pilot Award Grant Indiana Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (CTSI) · Foundation Not published · Varies The Cancer Center Cancer Prevention & Control (CPC) Pilot Award supports innovative research focusing on risk reduction and symptom science for cancer prevention.	Not published	Varies
FBCF: Scientific Research Grant - Pilot Program Florida Breast Cancer Coalition Research Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Florida Breast Cancer Foundation (FBCF) offers the Scientific Research Grant - Pilot Program, providing up to $100,000 for innovative breast cancer research.	Not published	Up to $100K
Thomas Jefferson University MRIE Pilot Award Ocular Melanoma Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Direct research funding provided by OMF to leading institutions such as Thomas Jefferson University through their MRIE (Molecular Research Institute for Oncology or similar) program.	Not published	Varies
OPCC Cancer Coalition Coordination RFP Grant Ohio Department of Health and Human Services · Foundation Not published · Up to $115K The Ohio Department of Health’s mission is advancing the health and well-being of all Ohioans by transforming the state’s public health system through unique partnerships and funding streams; addressing the community conditions and…	Not published	Up to $115K
Fanconi Cancer Foundation Discovery Boost Grant Fanconi Cancer Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Pablove Seed Grants Pablove Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies What Powered by Pablove Research Grants Fund The Pablove Foundation invites pediatric cancer researchers to apply for our Powered by Pablove Seed Grant Program, which provides funds to conduct innovative, cutting-edge investigations, with…	Not published	Varies
BCRFA Collaboration Awards for Immunology/Immunotherapy Breast Cancer Research Foundation of Ala · Foundation Not published · $70K Created in 2016 to encourage collaborative breast cancer research among top researchers in Alabama. Two awards of $70,000 each are available annually.	Not published	$70K
ACCR: Anna D. Barker Basic Cancer Research Fellowship Grant American Association for Cancer Research · Foundation Not published · $110K The AACR Anna D. Barker Basic Cancer Research Fellowship supports postdoctoral fellows in establishing careers in cancer research. This two-year grant of $110,000 covers salary and benefits while working on a mentored project.	Not published	$110K
AGA-R. Robert & Sally Funderburg Research Award in Gastric Cancer Grant American Gastroenterological Association · Foundation Not published · $100K The AGA-R. Robert & Sally Funderburg Research Award in Gastric Cancer aims to support established investigators in gastric cancer research.	Not published	$100K
ASTRO-BCRF Emerging Investigator Award Grant American Society for Radiation Oncology · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The ASTRO-BCRF Emerging Investigator Award aims to support one early career researcher in breast radiation oncology from underrepresented populations.	Not published	Up to $100K

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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, 88 have a published upcoming deadline, 206 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 528 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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