How much funding does VLCF: Starr Children's Fund Grant provide?

The listing does not state a funding amount. Check the funder's announcement for specifics.

When is the deadline for VLCF: Starr Children's Fund Grant?

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Who is eligible for VLCF: Starr Children's Fund Grant?

Not funded: Capital campaigns; Debt reduction; Travel/administrative expenses.

VLCF: Starr Children's Fund Grant

Vince Lombardi Cancer Foundation Inc

Foundation Grants for Cancer Nonprofits Healthcare Grants

Funding Amount

Not stated

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Can we apply?

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Other requirements

Funding requests will be accepted from recognized healthcare institutions.
Previous and current grant recipients may submit applications.
The Foundation has established several major Funding Areas with a focus on of leading edge cancer treatment, research and compassionate care.
The Foundation will fund both scientific and medical fellowships.

Not eligible / not funded

Not eligible: VLCF will not review applications for families or individuals.
Not eligible: Capital campaigns
Not eligible: Debt reduction
Not eligible: Travel/administrative expenses

Overview

The VLCF: Starr Children's Fund is dedicated to combating pediatric cancer through research and treatment funding. Founded by Bart and Cherry Starr, it honors their legacy of philanthropy and support for cancer care. The foundation welcomes applications from recognized healthcare institutions and established funding areas, focusing on innovative cancer treatments and fellowships. This initiative aims to provide comprehensive care for children battling cancer and contribute to groundbreaking research, ensuring a brighter future for affected families.

Bart Starr’s legacy on the football field is matched by his charitable legacy. After Vince Lombardi passed away from colon cancer in 1970, Bart and Cherry Starr graciously accepted the role of Honorary Chairpersons of the first annual Vince Lombardi Memorial Golf Classic. They tirelessly served as Honorary Chairpersons of the Vince Lombardi Cancer Foundation for 44 years and contributed to raising more than $16 million to help fight cancer.
In 2017, Bart and Cherry Starr introduced the Starr Children's Fund which is dedicated to raising funds to support pediatric cancer research and treatments.

Eligibility

Funding requests will be accepted from recognized healthcare institutions. Previous and current grant recipients may submit applications.The Foundation has established several major Funding Areas with a focus on of leading edge cancer treatment, research and compassionate care.The Foundation will fund both scientific and medical fellowships.

Ineligibility

VLCF will not review applications for families or individuals.The Foundation does not fund capital campaigns, debt reduction or travel/administrative expenses.

What Vince Lombardi Cancer Foundation Inc actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2025

Grants in 2025: 7
Total given: $343K
Median grant: $53K
Range: $10K–$80K

By dollars: Wisconsin 43%, Connecticut 22%, Alabama 18%. Top recipient cities: Milwaukee, WI; Norwalk, CT; Birmingham, AL.
0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.

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The Medical College of Wisconsin · Milwaukee, WI

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Children's of Alabama · Birmingham, AL

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$60K
Aurora Health Care Foundation · Milwaukee, WI

Team Phoenix

$53K
The Regents of the University of Michigan · Ann Arbor, MI

Cancer Research

$50K