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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Cancer Center Improving Cancer Outcomes Pilot Funding Grant Indiana Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (CTSI) · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The Cancer Center Improving Cancer Outcomes Pilot Funding, offered by the Indiana Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (CTSI), aims to support innovative pilot projects that enhance cancer-related outcomes across the U.S. This…	Not published	Up to $50K
Quality Improvement in Molecular Testing Pathways for Metastatic Colorectal Cancer (mCRC) Grant The Pfizer Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · $150K – $250K Pfizer External Research & Grants (ER&G) supports independent research, education, and QI initiatives to improve patient outcomes in areas of unmet need.	Not published	$150K – $250K
PROMISE Study Research Grant Advancing Cancer Treatment · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
AACR Immuno-Oncology Research Fellowships Grant American Association for Cancer Research · Foundation Not published · $130K The AACR Immuno-Oncology Research Fellowships aim to support postdoctoral and clinical research fellows in conducting vital immuno-oncology research.	Not published	$130K
Forecast to Publish a Notice of Funding Opportunity for SBIR Phase IIB Bridge Awards to Accelerate the Development of Cancer-Relevant Technologies Toward Commercialization (R44 Clinical Trial Optional) National Institutes of Health · Federal Forecast · Varies The National Cancer Institute (NCI) intends to publish a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to solicit Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) applications from small business concerns (SBCs) that seek additional funding to support the…	Forecast	Varies
Alumni Supplemental Grant Lung Cancer Initiative · Foundation Not published · $100K Award celebrating LCI's 15th year as a 501(c)(3) by helping lung cancer researchers who have previously been funded by LCI to advance studies that are already underway.	Not published	$100K
Early-Onset Cancers: Investigating Etiology, Mechanisms, and Early Detection Strategies (RP1 Clinical Trials Optional) National Institutes of Health · Federal Forecast · Varies Through this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO), the National Cancer Institute (NCI) invites applications that investigate the etiology of sporadic non-hereditary early-onset cancers (EOCs: ages 18 to 49 years) and the underlying…	Forecast	Varies
Young Investigator Award Special Competitions: Invasive Lobular Breast Cancer Grant Conquer Cancer Foundation · Foundation Not published · $50K The Young Investigator Award Special Competitions: Invasive Lobular Breast Cancer, supported by Conquer Cancer and AACR, encourages early-career researchers to advance their work in invasive lobular carcinoma.	Not published	$50K
Margaret Beelard Community Foundation Grant Margaret Beelard Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Margaret Beelard Community Foundation Grant supports 501(c)(3) public charities and government agencies operating in Vacaville and Solano County.	Not published	Varies
Career Development Program: Scholar Grant Blood Cancer United Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $120K The Career Development Program: Scholar is a prestigious award from the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society aimed at emerging leaders in blood cancer research.	Not published	Up to $120K
AI Accelerator Grant The Ovarian Cancer Research Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance (OCRA), Ovarian Cancer Action (OCA), Ovarian Cancer Canada (OCC), and Ovarian Cancer Research Foundation (OCRF) are requesting Letters of Intent /Expression of Interest (the term ‘Letter of Intent (LOI)’…	Not published	Varies
NCI Research Specialist (Clinician Scientist) Award (R50 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) National Institutes of Health · Federal Forecast · Varies This notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) invites grant applications for the Research Specialist Award (R50) specifically for clinician scientists supporting NCI-funded clinical trials research.	Forecast	Varies
New Jersey Colorectal Cancer Screening and Prevention Grant State of New Jersey Department of Health · State Not published · $35K The New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH), Division of Health Promotion – Community Health and Wellness Unit (CHWU) addresses leading causes of death and disability from chronic disease and illness.	Not published	$35K
Research Grants Program Pancreatic Cancer Action Network Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN) funds innovative research through a peer-review grants process to accelerate progress in pancreatic cancer research and improve patient outcomes.	Not published	Varies
Amy Winn and Christopher T. Byrd Award for Adults with Fanconi Anemia Fanconi Cancer Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Discovery Grants Lauri Strauss Leukemia Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Lauri Strauss Leukemia Foundation awards Discovery Grants to innovative developmental research projects as seed money for new directions in research into the cause and treatment of leukemia and allied cancers.	Not published	Varies
Kyle Broussard Memorial Fund Grant (Community Foundation of Southwest Louisiana) Community Foundation of Southwest Louisiana · Foundation Rolling · Up to $5K 'The fund assists families from Southwest Louisiana with children receiving treatment for cancer.' 'The Kyle Broussard Memorial Fund was established as a living legacy for Kyle, who died of cancer in 2007 at the age of 21.' Eligibility…	Rolling	Up to $5K
Sophia Support Assistance Sophia's Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · $500 Sophia Support provides financial assistance to families in New England who have a child with cancer.	Not published	$500
NJCCR: Postdoctoral Fellowship Grants State of New Jersey Department of Health · State Not published · Up to $200K The NJCCR Postdoctoral Fellowship Grants aim to retain talented scientists dedicated to cancer research in New Jersey. These grants support innovative research projects with funding up to $200,000 for a maximum of two years.	Not published	Up to $200K
Clayton Dabney for Kids with Cancer - Family Assistance Program Clayton Dabney for Kids with Cancer · Foundation Rolling · Up to $3K Families must meet ALL of the following criteria: Clayton Dabney for Kids with Cancer serves needy families, including those in lower to middle income brackets where both parents work but are unable to take time off due to covering family…	Rolling	Up to $3K
Fletcher Scholars Program Cancer Research Foundation - Chicago Chapter · Foundation Not published · Varies Limited information available from the provided website content.	Not published	Varies
LCFA/IASLC Translational Research Grants in Thoracic Oncology International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer · Foundation Not published · Up to $200K The LCFA/IASLC Translational Research Grants in Thoracic Oncology support early-career researchers aiming to enhance lung cancer treatment and care.	Not published	Up to $200K
ACS-ASTRO Felix Feng, MD Clinician Scientist Development Award Grant American Society for Radiation Oncology · Foundation Not published · $729K The ACS-ASTRO Felix Feng, MD Clinician Scientist Development Award supports practicing radiation oncologists engaged in research that enhances health across the cancer continuum.	Not published	$729K
Assay Validation of High Quality Markers for Clinical Studies in Cancer (UH2/UH3 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) National Institutes of Health · Federal Forecast · Varies Through this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO), the National Cancer Institute (NCI) solicits applications to support the validation of molecular/cellular/imaging markers (referred to as "markers" or "biomarkers") and assays for cancer…	Forecast	Varies

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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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