Grants for Cancer Nonprofits

Last updated October 5, 2026

Grantable tracks 858 active grants for cancer nonprofits in its free grants database, drawn from federal, 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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Susan Band Horwitz Award Lecture in Cancer Pharmacology Grant American Society for Pharmacology & Experimental Therapeutics Incorporated · Foundation Not published · $1K – $2K The Susan Band Horwitz Award Lecture in Cancer Pharmacology honors outstanding research contributions in cancer pharmacology, established by the ASPET Division for Cancer Pharmacology.	Not published	$1K – $2K
Chris4Life Research Program - Prevention Research Grant Colorectal Cancer Alliance · Foundation Not published · $150K	Not published	$150K
Joe & Jessie Crump Foundation - Medical Research (Cancer) Grant The Crump Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Joe & Jessie Crump Foundation offers a grant focused on medical research in the field of cancer. This funding is exclusively available to charitable organizations recognized as 501(c)(3) entities under IRS regulations.	Not published	Varies
No Stomach For Cancer Grant for Gastric Cancer Innovation, Education, and Opportunity No Stomach for Cancer Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Support innovative programs to improve stomach cancer understanding, detection, treatment options, survival rates, and quality of life for stomach cancer patients through direct funding of stomach cancer research and outreach programs.	Not published	Varies
Young Investigator Awards Grant International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer · Foundation Not published · $50K The IASLC Young Investigator Awards support early-career researchers globally in lung cancer studies, including diagnosis, treatment, and laboratory research.	Not published	$50K
Colon Cancer Coalition Community Grants Colon Cancer Coalition Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Colon Cancer Coalition is looking for liked-minded partners to receive one of multiple grants awarded from funds raised through our signature events. Get creative.	Not published	Varies
VeloSano Pilot Awards The Cleveland Clinic Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Philanthropy-funded caregiver grant program focused on cancer research at Cleveland Clinic. VeloSano Pilot Awards support Cleveland Clinic caregivers in advancing cancer research through innovative pilot studies.	Not published	Varies
FY27 RFP PHTHOCC27705 Advancing Access to Colorectal Cancer Screening Evidence-Based Interventions in Clinical Settings Iowa Department of Health and Human Services · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
The Hitchman Charitable Trust Grant R And H Hitchman Charitable Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Hitchman Charitable Trust, established by Helen Hitchman's estate in 2014, aims to continue the philanthropic legacy of Robert and Helen Hitchman.	Not published	Varies
B Strong B Rich Fund Grant Berks County Community Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The B Strong B Rich Fund offers financial support for Berks County residents under 30 years old who are dealing with cancer-related expenses not covered by insurance.	Not published	Varies
Supportive Care Services Program Jessica June Children's Cancer Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Since JJCCF was created, the Program has been providing emotional/bereavement support, respite options, advocacy, collaboration, in-kind gift card distribution, holiday wish granting/matching and access to other JJCCF programs.	Not published	Varies
ASTRO-PCF Young Investigator Award Grant American Society for Radiation Oncology · Foundation Not published · $225K The ASTRO-PCF Young Investigator Award, a collaboration between the Prostate Cancer Foundation and the American Society for Radiation Oncology, supports early-career researchers in prostate cancer.	Not published	$225K
Grant Opportunities (General Research Grants) The Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma Research Foundation · Foundation Rolling · $100K – $600K ACCRF is particularly focused on the following research topics: ACCRF's Scientific Advisory Board sets the strategic research agenda.	Rolling	$100K – $600K
Drug Screening Program Chordoma Foundation · Foundation Rolling · Varies The Drug Screening Program enables researchers and pharmaceutical companies to test promising drugs in chordoma cell and mouse models at a fraction of the time and cost of conducting such studies independently.	Rolling	Varies
AVAHO Catalyst Grants Assoc of Va Hematology Oncology Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $25K The Association of VA Hematology/Oncology (AVAHO) provides Catalyst Grants to members in good standing to further cancer care for Veterans; the stated Catalyst Grant amount is $25,000, supporting investigators whose studies improve care of…	Not published	Up to $25K
Endeavor Award The Mark Foundation for Cancer Research (US) Ltd · Foundation Not published · Varies Endeavor Awards support collaborative research projects that bring together investigators with diverse areas of expertise to tackle challenges in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer.	Not published	Varies
Research Fellowship Grant Chadtough Defeat Dipg Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies ChadTough Defeat DIPG Foundation Fellowship Grants support outstanding predoctoral and postdoctoral researchers working under an experienced mentor on DIPG/DMG pediatric brain cancer research (recent cohorts ~ $260,000 over three years…	Not published	Varies
Marc C. and Deborah Bingham Foundation Grant Marc C and Deborah H Bingham · Foundation Not published · Varies The Marc C. and Deborah Bingham Foundation supports charitable 501(c)(3) organizations and higher education institutions in Utah.	Not published	Varies
Simms/Mann Psychosocial Research Program Hirshberg Foundation for Pancreatic Canc · Foundation Not published · Varies A program supporting psychosocial research related to pancreatic cancer and cancer survivorship.	Not published	Varies
Applied regulatory science research to evaluate and treat cardiotoxicity of oncology therapeutics Food and Drug Administration · Federal Forecast · Varies The goal of this funding opportunity announcement is to support applied regulatory science research to evaluate and treat cardiotoxicity of oncology therapeutics.	Forecast	Varies
Project Cure CRC: Early-Career Investigator Award Grant Colorectal Cancer Alliance · Foundation Not published · Up to $200K The Project Cure CRC Early-Career Investigator Award, offered by the Colorectal Cancer Alliance, seeks to attract innovative early-career faculty to colorectal cancer research.	Not published	Up to $200K
ASCO Breakthrough Summit Abstract Awards Conquer Cancer Foundation of the American Society of Clinical Oncology · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Bayer US: Medical Educational Grants - Oncology - Advanced Prostate Cancer Bayer Fund · Foundation Not published · Varies Bayer US offers Medical Educational Grants focused on improving patient care in oncology, specifically for advanced prostate cancer.	Not published	Varies
LUNGevity VA Research Scholar Award Grant LUNGevity Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $50K – $100K The LUNGevity VA Research Scholar Award supports innovative lung cancer research within the Department of Veterans Affairs, with a focus on early detection and treatment methods relevant to veterans.	Not published	$50K – $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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