How much funding does Childhood Cancer Research Grant provide?

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When is the deadline for Childhood Cancer Research Grant?

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Who is eligible for Childhood Cancer Research Grant?

Eligible applicants: Applicants: Worthwhile individuals and research institutions. Geography: Based in Connecticut, US.

Childhood Cancer Research Grant

Strike 3 Foundation

Foundation Grants for Cancer Nonprofits Grants for Science Research

Funding Amount

Not stated

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Can we apply?

Check your organization against each line. Taken from the listing; confirm with the funder's guidelines.

Eligible organizations

Applicants: Worthwhile individuals and research institutions

Geography

Based in Connecticut, US

Other requirements

Selection Process: All submissions evaluated without discrimination by an established committee

Overview

Mission: The Strike 3 Foundation heightens awareness, mobilizes support, and raises funding for childhood cancer research.

Funding Priorities

Grants support projects that:

Increase understanding of the biology of childhood malignancies
Improve the delivery of care to pediatric cancer patients and their families
Raise awareness of childhood cancers
Eliminate healthcare disparities and ensure that all children with cancer have access to necessary treatments

Eligibility

Applicants: Worthwhile individuals and research institutions
Geographic Scope: Not explicitly limited; based in Connecticut, US
Selection Process: All submissions evaluated without discrimination by an established committee

Important Notes

Given the volume of inquiries, not all requests can be accepted
All submissions will be evaluated without discrimination
The foundation has awarded grants to deserving individuals and research institutions over the past several years

How to Apply

Grant Application Process

Step 1: Letter of Intent (LOI) Submission

Prepare a Letter of Inquiry (LOI) proposing a project within the foundation's funding priorities
Submit via email OR mail a hard copy to:
- Strike 3 Foundation
- P.O. Box 191
- Monroe, CT 06468

Step 2: Full Proposal Invitation

If your LOI is accepted, you will be notified by foundation staff
You will be invited to submit a full grant proposal
A program officer will provide you with necessary information to complete the proposal
Note: A request for a full proposal does not guarantee funding

Step 3: Proposal Review and Funding Determination

Members of the Strike 3 Foundation Advisory Board will review each proposal carefully
The foundation will request an interview with the submitting individual or organization
Review criteria include:
- Whether proposal meets the foundation's funding priorities
- Feasibility of the proposal
- Sustainability of the proposal
Funding determination will be made following review

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What Strike 3 Foundation actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2024 — the most recent filing with itemized grants

Strike 3 Foundation reported $5,000 in grants for 2025 as a total without an itemized list; the grant details below are from 2024, its most recent itemized filing.

Grants in 2024: 2
Total given: $68K
Median grant: $34K
Range: $10K–$58K

By dollars: Virginia 85%, California 15%. Top recipient cities: Alexandria, VA; West Hollywood, CA.

Example grants

Conquer Cancer Foundation · Alexandria, VA

Amount designated to approved research grant performed by Conquer Cancer Foundation…

$58K
Gofundme · West Hollywood, CA

Strike 3 has committed to invest in local cancer research, awareness, and support…

$10K