Innovation Grants
This grant funds experienced researchers to pursue innovative, early-stage scientific projects aimed at advancing the understanding and treatment of childhood cancers.
Funder: Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (Letter of Intent) | April 2027 (Full application)
Funding Amounts: $250,000 total over two years; one no-cost extension allowed; not renewable
Summary: Supports experienced investigators with novel, high-impact pediatric oncology research ideas to advance the understanding and treatment of childhood cancers.
Description
Innovation Grants from Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation provide significant seed funding for experienced researchers pursuing innovative and promising approaches to discovering the causes and cures for childhood cancers. The program is designed to support early-stage, high-potential projects that have not yet received major federal funding (such as NIH grants), enabling researchers to explore novel hypotheses, generate critical preliminary data, and advance the understanding of pediatric cancer biology and treatment. The emphasis is on high-impact research that could lead to breakthroughs in childhood cancer care.
