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. 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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Peter Wilhoit Memorial Grant Minnesota Colorectal Cancer Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Westmoreland Walks Pink Ribbon Scholarship Fund Grant The Pittsburgh Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $5K The Westmoreland Walks Pink Ribbon Scholarship Fund, established by The Community Foundation of Westmoreland County, supports graduating seniors from Westmoreland County high schools affected by breast cancer.	Not published	Up to $5K
Together in Teal Patient Need Fund St Louis Ovarian Cancer Awareness · Foundation Not published · Varies A financial assistance program designed to help ovarian cancer patients and survivors manage the financial burden of their diagnosis and treatment.	Not published	Varies
Sibling Strong Scholarship Children's Brain Tumor Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Honors the impact on siblings when their sister or brother is diagnosed with a brain tumor. One of CBTF's five scholarships announced in May 2021.	Not published	Varies
Senior Investigator Awards Lynn Sage Breast Cancer Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Lynn Sage Scholar research grants that fund experienced researchers exploring breakthrough approaches that could transform the field of breast cancer research.	Not published	Varies
Anna M. Heilmaier Charitable Foundation Grant Anna M Heilmaier Charitable Fdn · Foundation Not published · $1K – $50K The Anna M. Heilmaier Charitable Foundation, established in 1993, supports non-profit organizations in Saint Paul and the East Twin Cities metro region, focusing on music, arts, and healthcare initiatives.	Not published	$1K – $50K
ASCO Annual Meeting Merit Awards Conquer Cancer Foundation of the American Society of Clinical Oncology · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Scare Away Cancer Financial Assistance Program Scawca Inc · Foundation Rolling · Varies	Rolling	Varies
Young Investigator Award Special Competitions: Survivorship Grant Conquer Cancer Foundation · Foundation Not published · $50K The Young Investigator Award Special Competitions: Survivorship, funded by Conquer Cancer Foundation, supports promising researchers focusing on survivorship after cancer treatment.	Not published	$50K
St. Baldrick's Summer Fellow St Baldrick's Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
GLCF: Field of Interest Grants Greater Lafayette Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Greater Lafayette Community Foundation offers a variety of Field of Interest Grants aimed at supporting diverse community needs in Tippecanoe County, Indiana.	Not published	Varies
MRA Dermatology Career Development Award Melanoma Research Alliance Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _NOTE: All Dermatology Career Development Award applicants must complete and return the Applicant Eligibility Checklist by Letter of Inquiry Deadline above._ The mission of the Melanoma Research Alliance (MRA) is to end suffering and death…	Not published	Varies
Lisa Kurtz Luciano Appendix Cancer and PMP Clinical Investigator Award (Acpmp) Appendix Cancerpseudomyxoma Peritonei Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · $100K Named in memory of ACPMP founder Lisa Kurtz Luciano, this award supports clinical investigator research focused on appendix cancer and PMP.	Not published	$100K
Fanconi Cancer Foundation Lifetime Achievement Award Fanconi Cancer Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Early Investigator Awards Lynn Sage Breast Cancer Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies Lynn Sage Scholar research grants that support early-career researchers launching bold new ideas in breast cancer research.	Not published	Varies
Damon Runyon-Scholars Program for Advancing Research and Knowledge Grant Damon Runyon Cancer Research Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $61K The Damon Runyon Scholars Program for Advancing Research and Knowledge (SPARK) aims to empower exceptional college seniors and recent graduates to excel in cancer research.	Not published	Up to $61K
IBC Network Foundation Research Grants (Open Call) IBC Network Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The IBC Network Foundation is a leading charity focused on inflammatory breast cancer advocacy and research funding.	Not published	Varies
Robert J. Arceci International Innovation Award St Baldrick's Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
ACP Cancer Transportation Grants Arkansas Cancer Coalition · Foundation Not published · $4K	Not published	$4K
Miles of Hope Breast Cancer Foundation Scholarship Grant Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley Inc · Foundation Not published · $2K – $5K Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley The Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley (CFHV) is a philanthropic community foundation that empowers individuals, families, businesses, and organizations to fulfill their charitable goals…	Not published	$2K – $5K
Integrative Cancer Care Grants Scheidel Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Scheidel Foundation offers Integrative Cancer Care Grants aimed at enhancing the quality of life for individuals living with cancer.	Not published	Varies
Community Partnership Program American Breast Cancer Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Including: Alaska, Alabama, District of Columbia, Florida, Idaho, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia…	Not published	Varies
Childhood Cancer Research NOFO (IL) Grant Illinois Department of Public Health · Foundation Not published · Up to $71K The Childhood Cancer Research NOFO in Illinois aims to support research into childhood cancer through grants funded by state taxpayers. Eligible applicants include educational, governmental, and nonprofit organizations based in Illinois.	Not published	Up to $71K
Off-Cycle Grants The Osteosarcoma Institute · Foundation Rolling · $20K	Rolling	$20K

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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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