Funder: Vertex Pharmaceuticals
Due Dates: Rolling (most programs) | 2026 (next cycle for Circle of Care, RIA, and VIA awards)
Funding Amounts: No set cap for general grants/sponsorships; CF Independent Research Innovation Awards: $750,000 over 3 years; Mentored RIA: up to $125,000 over 2 years; VIA: up to $750,000 per project.
Summary: Supports independent research, education, advocacy, and sponsorships in cystic fibrosis and other serious diseases, with rolling submissions and targeted competitive cycles.
Key Information: Most requests must be submitted at least 45–60 days before event/start; funding generally cannot exceed 30% of an organization's annual budget.