Cancer Research Grants

As of July 2026, Grantoria lists 473 Cancer Research Grants — 322 open right now, across 20 funding agencies. Award amounts range $10K to $50M. The next application deadline is July 25, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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473total grants
322open now
20agencies
$10K–$50Mfunding range
Jul 25next deadline
OPEN 11 days left Hard to apply

DoW Kidney Cancer, Concept Award

Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Kidney Cancer Research Program (KCRP) Concept Award supports highly innovative, untested, potentially groundbreaking concepts, theories, paradigms and/or basic kidney cancer…

🏛 Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA 📋 CFDA 12.420 ⏰ Jul 28, 2026
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OPEN 13 days left Hard to apply

DoW Peer Reviewed Medical, Research Advancement Award

Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Peer Reviewed Medical Research Program (PRMRP) Research Advancement Award supports fundamental research studies that will make an important contribution towards…

🏛 Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA 📋 CFDA 12.420 ⏰ Jul 30, 2026
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OPEN 13 days left Hard to apply

DoW Peer Reviewed Medical, Discovery Award

Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Peer Reviewed Medical Research Program (PRMRP) Discovery Award supports novel, untested, high-risk, high-reward research projects with the potential to provide…

🏛 Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA 📋 CFDA 12.420 ⏰ Jul 30, 2026
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OPEN 14 days left Hard to apply

FY27 Cancer Research Grant

Funding supports a firefighter cancer research program at the Illinois Fire Service Institute. Administered by the OSFM via the Illinois GATA Catalog of State Financial Assistance…

🏛 OSFM ⏰ Jul 31, 2026 💰 $500,000 – $500,000
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OPEN 20 days left Hard to apply

DoW Peer Reviewed Medical, Impact Award

Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Peer Reviewed Medical Research Program (PRMRP) Impact Award supports applied research, defined as use-inspired and practice-oriented science that brings together…

🏛 Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA 📋 CFDA 12.420 ⏰ Aug 6, 2026
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OPEN 20 days left Hard to apply

DoW Tuberous Sclerosis Complex, Exploration-Hypothesis Development Award

Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Tuberous Sclerosis Complex Research Program (TSCRP) Exploration-Hypothesis Development Award (EHDA) supports the initial exploration of innovative, high-risk, high-gain and potentially…

🏛 Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA 📋 CFDA 12.420 ⏰ Aug 6, 2026
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OPEN 20 days left Hard to apply

DoW Tuberous Sclerosis Complex, Clinical Translational Research Award

Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Tuberous Sclerosis Complex Research Program (TSCRP) Clinical Translational Research Award (CTRA) supports studies that will move promising, well-founded preclinical and/or…

🏛 Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA 📋 CFDA 12.420 ⏰ Aug 6, 2026
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OPEN 20 days left Hard to apply

DoW Tuberous Sclerosis Complex, Idea Development Award

Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Tuberous Sclerosis Complex Research Program (TSCRP) Idea Development Award (IDA) supports conceptually innovative and high-impact research that could ultimately lead…

🏛 Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA 📋 CFDA 12.420 ⏰ Aug 6, 2026
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OPEN 31 days left Hard to apply

DoW Epilepsy Leveraging Research Award

Summary: The intent of the fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Epilepsy Research Program (ERP) Leveraging Research Award is to support basic, translational and/or clinical research that repurposes…

🏛 Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA 📋 CFDA 12.420 ⏰ Aug 17, 2026
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OPEN 31 days left Hard to apply

DoW Epilepsy Research Partnership Award

Summary: The intent of the Epilepsy Research Program (ERP) Research Partnership Award is to support new or existing research partnerships focused on collaboratively addressing critical questions…

🏛 Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA 📋 CFDA 12.420 ⏰ Aug 17, 2026
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Frequently asked questions

How many cancer research grants are available?
Grantoria currently lists 473 cancer research grants, of which 322 are open for applications right now. The database is refreshed daily from official federal sources (Grants.gov and SAM.gov).
When is the next deadline?
The next application deadline is July 25, 2026 — about 8 days away. Deadlines vary by program; open any grant to see its exact closing date and application window.
Who is eligible for cancer research grants?
Eligibility is set by each funding program, but cancer research grants in this category most often support: Public University, Private University, 501(c)(3) Public Charity and Small Business (SBA-defined). Check each grant's eligibility summary for the exact applicant types and requirements.
How much funding is available?
Award sizes range from $10K to $50M, depending on the program and applicant. Each grant shows its specific funding range where the agency has published one.
Is Grantoria free to use?
Yes — Grantoria is completely free. No account or subscription is required to browse cancer research grants, view deadlines and eligibility, or reach the official application.
How do I apply?
Open any grant to see its full profile — eligibility, required documents, deadlines and a direct link to the official application on the funding agency's website. You apply through the federal portal; Grantoria simply helps you find the right opportunity.

About Cancer Research grants

Cancer research grants support scientific investigations into prevention, detection, treatment, and survivorship across all cancer types. With 473 active grants currently listed, the National Institutes of Health and the Department of the Army's USAMRAA lead funding efforts in this critical field, driving innovation and advancing patient outcomes.

Award amounts typically range from $325,000 to $499,000, with all opportunities using competitive application processes. Public and private universities alongside nonprofit organizations are primary recipients. These grants fund research, capacity building, and pilot projects with no cost-sharing requirements. Filter by recipient type and support category to identify opportunities matching your institution's focus and expertise.