Yosemite, a cancer-focused venture and philanthropic organization, has surpassed $18 million in oncology research grant funding deployed since 2023. These awards support early-stage scientific discovery and care innovation at top cancer research institutions including Mayo Clinic and City of Hope.
Eligibility Criteria:
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Funding supports academic research teams and healthcare initiatives in cancer research and care delivery.
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Research must align with Yosemite’s priorities (early translational science, oncology innovation, AI in cancer research, diagnostics, care improvements).
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Partnering institutions (e.g., academic centers, comprehensive cancer centers) must have mechanisms to conduct and translate funded work.
Funding Details:
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Total philanthropic funding deployed since inception: $18,000,000+.
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Grants span foundational research, healthcare innovation, and technology translation.
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Partnerships include ongoing collaboration with the American Cancer Society to identify and fund high-impact oncology research.
Deadline:
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Rolling / Annual cycles vary by program — specific opportunities tied to partnership calls (e.g., ACS-Yosemite grant cycle deadlines are published each year).
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Contact Yosemite for current application timing and grant cycles: grants@yosemite.co.
Where to go for further information:
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Contact for grants: grants@yosemite.co.