R Accelerated Grant - Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation
The ALSF R Accelerated Grant funds independent research to discover more effective, less toxic therapies for childhood cancers, supporting original pediatric oncology science and encouraging resource sharing.
Funder: Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $800,000 total over 4 years; max $200,000/year in direct costs; no indirect costs allowed.
Summary: Supports independent investigators accelerating the discovery of more effective, less toxic therapies for childhood cancers through original pediatric oncology research.
Key Information: Forecasted opportunity—dates and details subject to change; check the program page for updates.
Description
The R Accelerated Grant from Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation (ALSF) provides substantial support to scientists engaged in pediatric oncology research. The program aims to accelerate the development of more effective and less toxic therapies for childhood cancers by funding original, independent research projects. Grants are awarded to investigators who have demonstrated a strong commitment to pediatric cancer research and whose projects are not currently funded elsewhere. The award encourages resource sharing and offers optional collaboration with the Childhood Cancer Data Lab to further enhance research impact.
