The Mayday Fund Grant Program
The Mayday Fund Grant Program supports innovative, interdisciplinary research and education to advance understanding, diagnosis, and treatment of human physical pain.
Funder: The Mayday Fund
Due Dates: Rolling (Grant Inquiry accepted year-round)
Funding Amounts: Typical awards range from ~$50,000 to $330,000 over 1–3 years; significant support for a handful of projects annually.
Summary: Supports innovative research, education, and treatment projects to reduce the impact of human physical pain, with a focus on measurable outcomes and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Key Information: Only tax-exempt organizations (e.g., 501(c)(3)) are eligible to apply.
Description
The Mayday Fund Grant Program provides targeted support for projects that aim to reduce the incidence, severity, and impact of human physical pain. The Fund backs a range of activities, from basic and translational research to education, professional practice, and the development of objective pain measurement tools. It encourages interdisciplinary collaboration and seeks proposals that demonstrate credible, measurable impact—especially those advancing the understanding, diagnosis, and treatment of pain. Current priorities include translational research, non-opioid therapeutic strategies, educational initiatives, and tools for objective pain assessment. The Fund is open to projects addressing pain across all life stages and diverse populations, including non-verbal groups.
