Cancer Centers Support Grants
Open Opportunities (4)
Live Grants.gov opportunities funded under this program — you can apply now.
- NCI Research Specialist (Clinician Scientist) Award (R50 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) Deadline: Nov 2, 2026
- NCI Research Specialist Award for Core and Laboratory-based Scientists (R50 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) Deadline: Nov 20, 2026
- Cancer Center Support Grants (CCSGs) for NCI-designated Cancer Centers (P30 Clinical Trial Optional) Deadline: Jan 25, 2027
- Cancer Center Support Grants (CCSGs) for NCI-designated Cancer Centers (P30 Clinical Trial Optional) Deadline: Sep 25, 2028
Program Funding
Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.
Who has received this funding
Organizations awarded under CFDA 93.397 (USAspending.gov).
- Sloan-Kettering Institute For Cancer Research $263,969,536
- Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Inc. $235,803,541
- Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center $221,888,292
- The Univeristy Of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center $203,145,019
- Trustees Of The University Of Pennsylvania, The $163,189,642
- The Johns Hopkins University $140,362,092
- St Jude Children'S Research Hospital Inc $127,756,828
- University Of Southern California $127,128,807
- Regents Of The University Of Michigan $123,361,385
- Vanderbilt University Medical Center $122,762,660
Funded Projects
Examples of what this program has supported.
FY2026 will fund 190 total centers.
Program Objective
To provide an organizational focus and stimulus for the highest quality cancer research that effectively promotes interdisciplinary cancer research aimed toward the ultimate goal of reducing cancer incidence, mortality and morbidity. The Cancer Center Support Grant (CCSG) provides the resources and infrastructure to facilitate the coordination of interdisciplinary programs across a broad spectrum of research from basic laboratory research to clinical investigation to population science. The CCSG supports salaries for scientific leadership of the Center, shared resources for funded center investigators, certain administrative costs, planning and evaluation, and developmental funds for new recruitments and feasibility studies.
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants
- Local
- State
- Territorial
- Tribal
- Nonprofit Organization
- Not-for-Profit Organization
- For-Profit Organization
- Small Business Person
Any nonprofit institution within the United States with a peer-reviewed cancer research base of 4.0 million dollars in direct costs may apply for a Cancer Center Support Grant.
How to Apply
Award Procedure
Grant applications are evaluated by scientific authorities for scientific and technical merit. Applications must also be reviewed by the National Cancer Advisory Board. All competitive applications compete for available funds on the basis of scientific and technical merit, program relevance, and program balance, consistent with NCI and NIH priorities and strategic plans. Initial award provides funds for the first budget period (usually 12 months) and Notice of Grant Award (Form PHS 1533-2) indicates support recommended for the remainder of the project period, allocation of Federal funds by budget categories, and special conditions, if any.
Core Grants: Approximately 10 months.
Program details & compliance
Description
To provide an organizational focus and stimulus for the highest quality cancer research that effectively promotes interdisciplinary cancer research aimed toward the ultimate goal of reducing cancer incidence, mortality and morbidity. The Cancer Center Support Grant (CCSG) provides the resources and infrastructure to facilitate the coordination of interdisciplinary programs across a broad spectrum of research from basic laboratory research to clinical investigation to population science. The CCSG supports salaries for scientific leadership of the Center, shared resources for funded center investigators, certain administrative costs, planning and evaluation, and developmental funds for new recruitments and feasibility studies.
Mission Categories
Primary: General Health and Medical
Other categories:
Research and DevelopmentHigher EducationGeneral and Special Interest OrganizationsBiology
Use of Funds
Allowed Uses
In general, CCSGs do not support research projects directly but are used to enhance the ongoing cancer research and to strengthen the existing research base according to the "Policies and Guidelines Relating to the Cancer Center Support Grant."
Required Documentation
The application requests documentation concerning the qualifications of the principal investigators and associates, pertinent budget information and justification for the support of this proposed grant. Methods to be utilized are outlined in the application materials. Costs will be determined in accordance with HHS Regulations 45 CFR, Part 75.
Reporting & Compliance
Applicable 2 CFR 200 Subparts
- Subpart B — General Provisions
- Subpart C — Pre-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart D — Post-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart E — Cost Principles
- Subpart F — Audit Requirements