Cancer Research Grants for 501(c)(3) Public Charity

As of October 2026, Grantoria lists 406 Cancer Research Grants for 501(c)(3) Public Charity — 236 open right now, across 14 funding agencies. Award amounts range $25K to $62.5M. The next application deadline is October 20, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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406total grants
236open now
14agencies
$25K–$62.5Mfunding range
Oct 20next deadline
CLOSING SOON 2 days left Hard to apply

DoW Military Burn, Discovery Award

Summary: The fiscal year 2026 (FY26) Military Burn Research Program (MBRP) Discovery Award supports innovative, untested, groundbreaking research that provides new insights and explores early concepts…

🏛 Defense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA 📋 CFDA 12.420 ⏰ Oct 21, 2026
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Frequently asked questions

How many cancer research grants for 501(c)(3) public charity are available?
Grantoria currently lists 406 cancer research grants for 501(c)(3) public charity, of which 236 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 October 20, 2026 — about 1 days away. Deadlines vary by program; open any grant to see its exact closing date and application window.
How much funding is available?
Award sizes range from $25K to $62.5M, 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 for 501(c)(3) public charity, 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 for 501(c)(3) Public Charity

Cancer research organizations pursue clinical trials, laboratory studies, translational research, and therapeutic development to advance prevention and treatment outcomes. 7,368 active grants support this work, with the National Institutes of Health leading funding for nonprofits advancing oncology science and innovation across institutional and community-based settings.

Most awards range from $350,000 to $438,000 and operate entirely on competitive application models, allowing strong proposals to compete equally regardless of prior funding history. Cost-sharing requirements remain minimal at just 1% of available grants. Filtering by support type—particularly Research versus Capacity Building—will help identify grants aligned with your organization's immediate priorities.