Innovation Grants
Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation's Innovation Grants fund experienced researchers pursuing novel, high-impact studies into the causes and cures of childhood cancers.
Funder: Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation
Due Dates: October 15, 2026 (Letter of Intent) | March 18, 2027 (Full Application)
Funding Amounts: Up to $250,000 total over 2 years (max $125,000/year); no renewals, one no-cost extension allowed.
Summary: Supports experienced investigators proposing novel, high-impact research into the causes and cures of childhood cancers.
Key Information: Letter of Intent required; only invited applicants may submit a full proposal.
Description
The Innovation Grants program, offered by Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation (ALSF), provides significant seed funding to experienced investigators with novel and promising approaches to researching the causes and cures of childhood cancers. The program targets bold, creative projects that may not yet have access to large-scale funding, aiming to accelerate breakthroughs in pediatric oncology and foster the development of new clinical interventions. ALSF prioritizes research with the potential for major scientific or clinical impact and encourages proposals that represent new research directions for established investigators.
