The St. Baldrick’s Foundation Research Grant supports hypothesis-driven laboratory, clinical, or epidemiological studies that advance understanding and treatment of childhood cancers. The program funds impactful pediatric oncology research in the United States, emphasizing innovation and collaboration across discovery, translational, and clinical research.
Eligibility criteria:
- MD/DO/PhD by start date; based at a U.S. academic/medical/nonprofit institution.
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Project must directly relate to childhood cancer.
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One LOI per institution per category (extra allowed for select tumor focuses).
Funding details:
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Up to $100,000/year for 2 years (max $200,000).
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No indirect costs.
Deadline:
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Letter of Intent (LOI) due: December 8, 2025, 5:00 PM ET.
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Full proposal due: February 27, 2026, 5:00 PM ET.
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Award decisions announced: June 26, 2026.
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Award period begins: July 1, 2026.
Where to go for further information:
- Apply via ProposalCentral.
- Questions: [email protected].