Independent Research Awards
Funding Amount
Up to $150,000 per year for 2 years
Deadline
May 20, 2026
42 days left
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Independent Research Awards
Funder: Children's Heart Foundation (Illinois, US)
Contact: ResearchGrants@childrensheartfoundation.org
Overview:
The Children's Heart Foundation's Independent Research Awards fund congenital heart defect (CHD) research. Awards provide up to $150,000 per year for two years of funding.
Geographic Scope: United States
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2026 Timeline:
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How to Apply
Application Process
Two-Stage Application Process:
1. Stage 1: Letter of Intent (LOI)
- Submit by May 20, 2026 at 5:00 pm CDT
- LOI guidelines available on website
- Reduced time and effort compared to full application
- Submit via online portal
2. Stage 2: Full Application (Invitation Only)
- Selected LOI applicants are invited to submit full application
- Notifications sent June 12, 2026
- Due by September 9, 2026 at 5:00 pm CDT
- Additional program guidelines available
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Contact for Questions:
Email: ResearchGrants@childrensheartfoundation.org
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