Consensus Grant Program
The Consensus Grant Program from the Society for Pediatric Dermatology funds research to develop expert consensus guidelines and treatment standards for pediatric skin diseases lacking current evidence-based guidance.
Funder: Society for Pediatric Dermatology
Due Dates: December 3, 2026 (Full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: $10,000 (with PeDRA project management) or $25,000 (without centralized support); one-year project period
Summary: Supports creation of consensus guidelines, best-practice recommendations, or standardized treatment plans for pediatric dermatology in the US and Canada.
Key Information: Priority given to diseases lacking contemporary guidelines and using established consensus methodology.
Description
This program, jointly supported by the Society for Pediatric Dermatology (SPD) and the Pediatric Dermatology Research Alliance (PeDRA), funds projects that develop consensus guidelines, best-practice recommendations, or standardized treatment plans for pediatric skin diseases. The goal is to address gaps in evidence-based guidance for pediatric dermatologic conditions in the United States and/or Canada, ultimately improving clinical care and outcomes. The grant encourages rigorous, expert-driven consensus processes and prioritizes proposals for diseases where current guidelines are lacking.
