Announcing Public Awareness and Science-Based Grants
The purpose of the Ron Foley Foundation is to foster research and medical advances contributing to the early detection, treatment, cure, and prevention of pancreatic cancer and to alleviate the human suffering caused by diseases of the pancreas. In addition to raising much-needed funds to further this mission, the Foundation also seeks to educate the public regarding pancreatic cancer. We are proud to announce that we are currently accepting applications for public awareness and science-related grants.
eligibility
Persons applying for a grant are not restricted as to race, religion, sex, creed, national origin, age, or any other protected characteristic.
Generally, applicants must hold an M.D., PhD, or equivalent degree.
Except in rare circumstances, Applicants must be affiliated with a not-for-profit institution that will sponsor the effort to be undertaken by the Applicant.
Applications will only be considered if they describe an undertaking (a “Project”) involving pancreatic cancer that has the potential to contribute in a meaningful way to the Foundation’s Mission. The pancreatic cancer-related Project should contribute to one or more of the following: (i) advancing medical science; (ii) raising awareness; and/or (iii) alleviating human suffering.
selection
All completed Applications will be reviewed by the Foundation’s Medical Advisory Board. Members of our Advisory Board include physicians, researchers, and lay persons who have a dedicated interest in the fight against pancreatic cancer. The Medical Advisory Board will make recommendations for funding based on their assessment of the merit of the proposed Project.
distribution and use of grant funds
Applicants will be notified promptly and any funds awarded shall be paid in the manner specified in a letter of acceptance to the Applicant. Generally, payment of any grant award will be made directly to the Sponsor who will be responsible for disbursing grant funds in accordance with the budget submitted by the Applicant.
Please download the document below, which outlines all grant details and requirements, and includes an application. If you have any questions, please contact us at info@ronfoleyfoundation.org.