Funding Amount

$100,000 Minimum

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle
Annual
Tracked since
April 2026

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

Overview

Purpose: Recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to children in the fields of health, medicine or the sciences.

Target Applicants: Individuals who have achieved measurable accomplishments in health-related fields. Professional credentials (e.g., doctor or medical professional title) are not required.

Focus Areas:

  • Pediatric cancer
  • Burn injuries
  • Heart failure and defects
  • Dentistry
  • Overall healthcare
  • Health sciences

Geographic Scope: International

Background: Part of World of Children's award programs that have granted over $7 million in cash grants and program support to more than 100 humanitarian leaders since 1998.

Tax ID: 85-4395037

How to Apply

Application Process

The organization conducts an annual nominations process. Specific application details are referenced as available on their website for detailed award requirements.

Note: As of the website content provided, the 2019 call for nominations is closed. Information about the annual nominations process and detailed Award requirements can be found on their website.

What World of Children Inc actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2022 — the most recent filing with itemized grants

Grants in 2022
4
Total given
$55K
Median grant
$10K
Range
$10K–$25K
  • By dollars: Pennsylvania 45%, New York 18%, Florida 18%. Top recipient cities: Haverford, PA; New York, NY; Key Biscayne, FL.

Example grants

  • A Breeze of Hope · Haverford, PA

    Program support

    $25K

  • A Leg to Stand · New York, NY

    Program support

    $10K

  • Juan Felipe Gomez Escbr Fndtn · Key Biscayne, FL

    Program support

    $10K

  • Makindu Childrens Program · Eugene, OR

    Program support

    $10K

IRS Form 990, 2022. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Healthcare
  • Science research

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