Research Grants - The Gerber Foundation
The Gerber Foundation Research Grants fund impactful research to improve health, nutrition, and development of infants and young children, supporting both established and early-career investigators.
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Funder: The Gerber Foundation
Due Dates: February 10, 2027 (Concept Papers Due) | July 14, 2027 (Full Proposals Due)
Funding Amounts: Up to $350,000 (Pediatric Research Award, max 3 years) | Up to $50,000 (Emerging Investigator Award, typically 1 year)
Summary: Supports innovative research to improve the health, nutrition, and development of infants and young children (pre-birth to age three) through two award tracks for early-career and established investigators.
Key Information: Two-stage process: concept paper required before full proposal invitation.
Description
The Gerber Foundation Research Grants program funds impactful pediatric research aimed at advancing the health, nutrition, and development of infants and young children, with a focus on practical, broadly applicable solutions. The foundation offers two main award types:
- Pediatric Research Award: For investigators at any career stage proposing high-quality research with the potential to advance scientific knowledge, improve clinical care, and enhance child health outcomes.
- Emerging Investigator Award: For early-career researchers conducting their first mentored pediatric research project, emphasizing career development and research independence.
Priority is given to projects addressing the needs of children from pre-birth through age three, particularly those with potential for rapid translation into clinical practice. The foundation values mentorship, collaboration, and the development of future leaders in child health research.
