OAK Grant – Spring 2027 Cycle
The OAK Grant – Spring 2027 Cycle funds major research by the American Kennel Club Canine Health Foundation to advance canine health and address critical needs in veterinary medicine.
Funder: American Kennel Club Canine Health Foundation
Due Dates: October 20, 2026 (Pre-proposal) | February 23, 2027 (Full proposal, by invitation)
Funding Amounts: Greater than $30,000 per award (including up to 15% indirect costs); project duration varies
Summary: Supports large-scale, high-impact research projects that advance canine health and address critical needs in veterinary medicine.
Key Information: Two-stage process: pre-proposal required; only invited applicants may submit full proposals.
Description
This opportunity supports major research initiatives aimed at advancing canine health, funded by the American Kennel Club Canine Health Foundation (AKC CHF). The grant is targeted at large-scale, high-impact studies that investigate disease processes, develop solutions to canine health challenges, or implement outcomes-based improvements in clinical settings. Research should align with the foundation’s mission to prevent, treat, and cure canine diseases, with priority given to projects addressing critical needs or offering significant improvements in veterinary care and dog well-being. Proposals are welcome from any area within CHF’s 25 research program areas, provided they contribute to meaningful advancements in canine health.
