[American Cancer Society](https://www.cancer.org)

June 2026 | December 2026

Up to $135,000/year for 2 years (max $297,000 total, including 10% indirect costs)

Supports high-risk, exploratory cancer research by Arizona investigators to foster innovation and collaboration through pilot studies and methodology development.

Only independent faculty at Arizona-based US academic institutions or eligible non-profits are eligible.

--- ## Description The Arizona (AZ) Discovery Boost Grants (DBG) are a partnership between the American Cancer Society and the Simone Charitable Foundation, designed to advance cancer research in Arizona. These grants specifically support high-risk, high-reward exploratory projects led by Arizona-based investigators. The goal is to enable the development of new research methodologies, feasibility studies, and pilot projects that generate preliminary data, which can be leveraged for future, larger-scale funding. By focusing on Arizona, the program aims to foster collaboration, expand geographic diversity in cancer research, and stimulate innovative directions in the field. --- ## Due Dates - June 2026 (anticipated): Full application deadline - December 2026 (anticipated): Full application deadline *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Up to $135,000 per year for up to 2 years - Maximum total budget: $297,000 (includes 10% allowable indirect costs) - Funding supports direct costs, with up to 10% of direct costs allowed for indirect expenses --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must hold an independent faculty appointment at a US academic institution or eligible non-profit in Arizona. - Only Arizona-based investigators are eligible. - Projects must be focused on cancer research and align with the grant’s high-risk, exploratory scope. - US citizenship is **not** required. --- ## Application Process - Applications are submitted through [ProposalCentral](https://proposalcentral.com/). - Application materials and instructions are made available approximately 3 months prior to each deadline. - Required materials typically include: - Project title and summary - Detailed research plan (with innovation, significance, and approach) - Budget and justification - NIH-format biosketches for PI and key personnel - Letters of support (as needed) - Compliance statements for human/animal subjects (if applicable) - Applicants should review the [ACS grant instructions](https://www.cancer.org/content/dam/cancer-org/research/extramural-grants-documents/all-grant-instructions.pdf) for detailed requirements. --- ## Additional Information - Indirect costs are capped at 10% of direct costs (excluding permanent equipment). - Applications must be validated and submitted electronically by 11:59 PM ET on the deadline date. - Resubmissions are permitted but must follow ACS guidelines for allowable number and process. - Projects are expected to generate preliminary data for future funding opportunities. --- ## External Links - [Program Page: Arizona Discovery Boost Grants](https://www.cancer.org/research/we-fund-cancer-research/apply-research-grant/grant-types/arizona-discovery-boost-grants.html) - [ACS Research Grants – Apply](https://www.cancer.org/research/we-fund-cancer-research/apply-research-grant.html) - [ProposalCentral Application Portal](https://proposalcentral.com/) - [ACS Grant Application Instructions (PDF)](https://www.cancer.org/content/dam/cancer-org/research/extramural-grants-documents/all-grant-instructions.pdf) - [Extramural Grants Department Staff Contacts](https://www.cancer.org/research/we-fund-cancer-research/apply-research-grant/extramural-grants-staff-contacts.html) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | |-----------------------------------|-----------------------------------------|-----------------| | Extramural Discovery Science Dept | [grants@cancer.org](mailto:grants@cancer.org) | +1 800-227-2345 | | ProposalCentral Support | [pcsupport@altum.com](mailto:pcsupport@altum.com) | 1-800-875-2562 | For specific program questions, see the [Extramural Discovery Science contacts](https://www.cancer.org/research/we-fund-cancer-research/apply-research-grant/extramural-grants-staff-contacts.html). ---

Arizona (AZ) Discovery Boost Grants (DBG)

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