Childhood Cancer Research

The Illinois Department of Public Health is seeking applications for a grant to fund research on childhood cancer. The grant is available to Illinois researchers and is a one-year grant award. The grant award must be used to research childhood cancers or expand current childhood cancer research that must be completed by June 30, 2027. Topics may include, but are not limited to, epidemiology, etiology, pathology, social or economic impacts, in-home care, and psychosocial issues. • The grant is competitive and will be reviewed based on the scope of work, work plan, budget, and miscellaneous criteria. • The grant award is $38,792.05. • The grant period is from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027. • Quarterly progress reports and reimbursement certifications are required.