A summer research funding opportunity for students to gain experience in pediatric cancer research. The ALSF POST Program provides a $5,000 grant to support a student–mentor pair, enabling the student (undergraduate, graduate, or medical) to work on a pediatric oncology research project over 8–10 weeks . The grant helps cover the student’s summer stipend and research supplies, fostering the next generation of pediatric cancer researchers through hands-on training.
Eligibility Criteria:
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Applicant must be a student (college, graduate, or health professional) with interest in pediatric oncology research.
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A mentor with an ongoing pediatric cancer research project is required (mentor must be a current or former ALSF grantee).
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The research must be conducted at the mentor’s institution (which administers the grant funds).
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Commitment to a full-time research internship (~10 weeks) in summer 2026; both mentor and student must provide commitment letters.
Funding Details:
- Maximum $5,000 grant per student–mentor pair.
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At least $4,000 is allocated as the student’s summer stipend.
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Up to $1,000 may be used for project supplies or travel to present findings.
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No indirect costs; funds are awarded to the mentor’s institution on the student’s behalf.
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Duration: ~8–10 weeks in summer 2026 (flexible start, typically June start).
Deadline:
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February 17, 2026 by 8:00 PM ET (includes project proposal, mentor & student CVs, and letters).
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Award notifications by April 2026; research internships to be completed by late August 2026.
Where to go for further information:
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Contact: Grants@AlexsLemonade.org – for questions about eligibility or portal issues.