Live Like Bella Pediatric Cancer Research Initiative
Limited submission
The Live Like Bella Pediatric Cancer Research Initiative funds innovative research in Florida to advance cures and improve outcomes for children with cancer.
Funder: Florida Live Like Bella Pediatric Cancer Research Initiative
Due Dates: August 26, 2026: Letter of Intent (LOI) deadline (required) | October 13, 2026: Full application submission deadline
Funding Amounts: Up to $900,000 for multicenter clinical trials (max 48 months); other categories range $100,000–$600,000 (12–36 months); indirect costs capped at 15% of direct costs.
Summary: Supports innovative research to advance cures, expand capacity, and improve outcomes for pediatric cancer in Florida.
Key Information: LOI is required by deadline; only Florida-based universities and research institutes are eligible.
Description
The Live Like Bella Pediatric Cancer Research Initiative, administered by the Florida Department of Health, funds research projects aimed at curing pediatric cancer, expanding research capacity, increasing pediatric clinical trial enrollment, and reducing disparities in cancer burden across Florida. The program supports a range of research categories, including multicenter clinical trials, discovery science, emerging therapeutics, equipment, and infrastructure, with a strong emphasis on collaboration among Florida-based institutions. Projects must demonstrate clear relevance to pediatric cancer and align with the initiative’s goals of advancing new therapies and improving outcomes for children.
