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Young Investigator Grants

Breast Cancer Alliance Inc
Private
United States
US $125,000
The Young Investigator Grants, offered by the Breast Cancer Alliance, aim to support early-career researchers focused on breast cancer. This two-year grant provides up to $125,000 in funding, split across the duration, to facilitate independent research projects. Applicants must be affiliated with U.S. institutions and should not have held major grant support previously. This initiative fosters innovation in breast cancer research, ultimately enhancing survival rates and quality of life for affected individuals.
Breast Cancer

Boehringer Ingelheim: External Collaborative Research (ECR)

Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Corporate
United States
Unspecified amount
The External Collaborative Research (ECR) program by Boehringer Ingelheim invites academic and community scientists to propose collaborative studies aimed at protocol development and result publication. This program offers potential drug and financial support, excluding direct salary for the Principal Investigator. Budgets must represent fair market value and will be negotiated further. Research interests span therapeutic areas including Cardio-Renal-Metabolic, Mental Health, Dermatology, and Oncology, encouraging innovative solutions to unmet medical needs.
Skin Diseases & Dermatology Cardiovascular Diseases & Systems Endocrine & Metabolic Diseases +7 more

Clinician Scientist Development Awards

National Multiple Sclerosis Society
Association/Society
United States
Unspecified amount
The National MS Society's Clinician Scientist Development Awards aim to cultivate promising young investigators in multiple sclerosis research. This program supports postdoctoral fellows with three years of comprehensive training in academic medicine focused on MS. Applicants must hold a clinical degree and be licensed in the U.S. The Society prioritizes research that aligns with its Pathways to Cures Roadmap, which emphasizes stopping disease progression, restoring function, and preventing MS.
Multiple Sclerosis

National MS Society: Harry Weaver Scholar Awards

National Multiple Sclerosis Society
Association/Society
United States
Unspecified amount
The National MS Society offers Harry Weaver Scholar Awards to support emerging researchers in multiple sclerosis. This prestigious award honors Dr. Harry Weaver's legacy and aims to facilitate independent research careers. Eligible candidates must have a doctoral degree and relevant postdoctoral training. The funding is designed to provide salary and grant support for five years, allowing awardees to establish competence in their research area. Applications should align with the Society's Pathways to Cures Roadmap.
Multiple Sclerosis

Search Team Grant

National Disaster Search Dog Foundation
Private
United States
Up to US $1,000
The Search Team Grant, established by the National Disaster Search Dog Foundation, provides financial assistance to active handlers of live-find and human remains detection canines. This program helps cover out-of-pocket expenses for training and equipment, enabling handlers to remain deployment-ready. Over 17 years, it has supported specialized training and essential gear purchases, ensuring that canine teams can effectively assist communities in need during emergencies.
Search & Rescue Service Animals

National MS Society: MS Clinical Mentorships: Medical Student Mentorship Program

National Multiple Sclerosis Society
Association/Society
United States
US $5,000
The National Multiple Sclerosis Society offers a Medical Student Mentorship Program that provides a four-week clinical experience for medical students who have completed at least one year of school. This program aims to raise awareness about the challenges faced by individuals with MS and generate interest in careers focused on MS care. Students gain hands-on experience under the guidance of MS specialists, enhancing their understanding of the disease and its management.
Multiple Sclerosis

National MS Society: Sylvia Lawry Physician Fellowships

National Multiple Sclerosis Society
Association/Society
United States
Up to US $225,000
The National Multiple Sclerosis Society offers the Sylvia Lawry Physician Fellowships to support MDs in acquiring essential clinical trial training. This fellowship aims to enhance expertise in conducting complex trials for MS therapies, fostering skills in protocol design, patient recruitment, and data analysis. Applicants must have relevant medical training and be engaged in ongoing MS clinical research. The program is vital for addressing the increasing demand for trained professionals in MS clinical trials, contributing to advancements in treatment.
Multiple Sclerosis

Bay Area Lyme Foundation: Emerging Leader Award

Bay Area Lyme Foundation
Private
United States
Unspecified amount
The Bay Area Lyme Foundation's Emerging Leader Award supports innovative research in Lyme disease, offering two $150,000 grants to post-doctoral and early-career scientists. Applicants are encouraged to propose proof-of-concept projects that enhance diagnostics or therapeutics. The award seeks to attract talent and foster scientific leadership in biomedical sciences. Evaluation criteria include the potential for novel therapies, scientific rationale, and support from institutions. This opportunity is ideal for those new to tickborne disease research.
Lyme Disease

Stanford Medicine Children’s Health Center for IBD and Celiac Disease Postdoctoral and Early Career Support Award

Stanford Health Care
Private
United States
Up to US $200,000
The Stanford Medicine Children’s Health Center for IBD and Celiac Disease offers funding for postdoctoral fellows and instructors to conduct innovative research focused on pediatric IBD and celiac disease. This initiative aims to nurture future researchers and prepare them for independent funding opportunities. Eligible research includes basic, clinical, epidemiological, and health policy studies related to maternal and child health. Funding supports substantial salary and benefits, ensuring commitment to impactful research in this critical area.
Digestive System Health & Diseases Children’s Health & Pediatrics Maternal And Perinatal Health

NIAID SBIR Phase II Clinical Trial Implementation Cooperative Agreement (U44 Clinical Trial Required) (352061)

US Dept. of Health & Human Services: National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Federal Government
United States
Up to US $3,600,000
The NIAID SBIR Phase II Clinical Trial Implementation Cooperative Agreement (U44) invites small businesses to submit applications for investigator-initiated clinical trials. This program particularly supports high-risk, hypothesis-driven studies that may involve non-routine interventions or unlicensed products. Letters of Intent are encouraged and due 30 days prior to the full proposal deadline. All applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM local time of the applicant organization.
Allergies & Allergic Diseases Infectious & Parasitic Diseases Immune System Diseases

Stanford Childern's Health Center for IBD and Celiac Disease - Intramural Seed Grants Research Program

Stanford Health Care
Private
United States
Up to US $200,000
The Stanford Children's Health Center for IBD and Celiac Disease offers Intramural Seed Grants to promote innovative research in pediatric diseases. This program supports high-risk, high-reward projects, encouraging multi-PI collaborations across disciplines. Awards of up to $100,000 per year for two years are available, aimed at generating preliminary data for future funding applications. Eligible applicants include Stanford faculty holding specific university positions. Proposals should focus on advancing understanding of pediatric IBD and celiac disease through various research approaches.
Digestive System Health & Diseases Maternal And Perinatal Health Children’s Health & Pediatrics

Melanoma Research Resident and Fellowship Grant

Melanoma Research Foundation
Private
United States
Up to US $10,000
The Melanoma Research Resident and Fellowship Grant offers $10,000 to support early-career residents and fellows in conducting clinical or laboratory research focused on melanoma. This grant encourages innovative approaches to understanding prevention, detection, and treatment of melanoma, including special emphasis on ocular melanoma. Eligible candidates must have a qualified mentor and conduct research at a U.S. institution. This initiative aims to enhance the landscape of melanoma research and foster the next generation of researchers.
Cancer / Oncology Skin Diseases & Dermatology Eye Diseases & Disorders +1 more

Celiac Disease Foundation: Jocelyn Silvester Rising Villus Student Research Award

Celiac Disease Foundation
Private
Canada, Mexico +1 more
Up to US $6,000
The Celiac Disease Foundation offers the Jocelyn Silvester Rising Villus Student Research Award to encourage medical students and residents to pursue celiac disease research. This prestigious award provides a $5,000 stipend for a 10-week mentored research experience across North America, honoring Dr. Jocelyn Silvester's contributions to the field. Recipients must secure a mentor and maintain good standing in their academic programs, ensuring a commitment to advancing celiac disease research.
Celiac Disease

National MS Society: Institutional Clinician Training Award

National Multiple Sclerosis Society
Association/Society
United States
Approximately US $225,000
The National MS Society's Institutional Clinician Training Award supports the training of neurologists and physiatrists in comprehensive MS care. This program enhances the skills of postdoctoral fellows through mentorship and specialized training, ensuring they are equipped to provide personalized, high-quality care. The Society aims to foster a community of leaders in MS clinical practice, encouraging active participation in research and volunteer opportunities to improve outcomes for individuals with MS.
Multiple Sclerosis Medical Education & Professional Training

Multiple Sclerosis Clinical Care Physician Fellowship: Adult Care

National Multiple Sclerosis Society
Association/Society
United States
US $75,000
The Multiple Sclerosis Clinical Care Physician Fellowship is a one-year program by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society aimed at training neurologists and physiatrists in specialized clinical care for MS patients. Eligible candidates include PGY3 or PGY4 residents from U.S. programs. The fellowship focuses on supervised patient care, multidisciplinary team activities, and professional development, preparing fellows to provide high-quality care and to engage as future leaders in the MS community.
Medical Education & Professional Training Multiple Sclerosis

Multiple Sclerosis Clinical Care Physician Fellowship: Pediatric Care

National Multiple Sclerosis Society
Association/Society
United States
US $75,000
The Multiple Sclerosis Clinical Care Physician Fellowship: Pediatric Care, offered by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, aims to enhance the training of physicians in providing specialized care for pediatric patients with MS. This one-year post-residency program emphasizes direct patient care and multidisciplinary collaboration. Participants will learn under the supervision of MS specialists, gaining essential skills to improve clinical practices and contribute to the MS community, ultimately leading to better outcomes for those affected by this condition.
Children’s Health & Pediatrics Multiple Sclerosis Medical Education & Professional Training

MRF Breakthrough Consortium (MRFBC) Young Investigator Team Award to Advance the Field of Translational Immuno-Oncology

Melanoma Research Foundation
Private
United States
Up to US $150,000
The MRFBC Young Investigator Team Award supports innovative research in immuno-oncology for melanoma, offering up to $150,000 annually for two years. This funding targets U.S.-based researchers aiming to enhance clinical outcomes for melanoma patients or deepen the scientific understanding of immuno-oncology. The MRF collaborates with key institutions to address challenges in melanoma research, fostering partnerships that maximize research potential and impact.
Cancer / Oncology Skin Diseases & Dermatology Pediatric Cancers

NFPF: Matching Grants

National Film Preservation Foundation
Private
United States
US $20,001 - US $75,000
The National Film Preservation Foundation (NFPF) offers Matching Grants to support the preservation of significant American films. Nonprofit and public institutions can apply for projects involving complex preservation efforts, with cash stipends ranging from $20,001 to $75,000. Grants require a matching contribution of one-fifth of the project costs. Since its inception, the NFPF has aided numerous organizations in preserving culturally important films, ensuring their accessibility for future generations.
Film

Nursing Scholarship Grants

Deaconess Foundation
Private
United States
Up to US $15,000
The Deaconess Foundation offers Nursing Scholarship Grants aimed at supporting local students pursuing nursing degrees with demonstrated financial need. This program reflects the foundation's mission to enhance community health in Eastern Missouri and Southern Illinois. Grants are administered in partnership with the Scholarship Foundation of St. Louis and the St. Louis American Foundation. Eligible students must be working towards an accredited nursing degree and demonstrate significant financial need, among other criteria.
Nursing

Institutional Training Programs to Advance Translational Research on Alzheimer's Disease and AD-Related Dementias (Clinical Trial Not Allowed)

US Dept. of Health & Human Services: National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
Unspecified amount
This funding opportunity aims to enhance the development of a diverse workforce skilled in translational research related to Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. It supports institutional training programs at both predoctoral and postdoctoral levels, encouraging interdisciplinary approaches integrating data science and clinical research. By fostering knowledge in essential areas such as disease biology and drug discovery, this initiative aims to equip researchers with the skills necessary for impactful contributions in the field.
Dementia & Alzheimer’s Disease Medical Education & Professional Training

Utilizing Equipment to Study Environmental Extrinsic Factors and Enhance Rigor and Reproducibility of Animal Research (R24, Clinical Trials Not-Allowed)

US Dept. of Health & Human Services: National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Federal Government
American Samoa, Guam +4 more
Up to US $1,600,000
The NIH invites applications to study environmental factors affecting animal research rigor and reproducibility. This initiative encourages core facilities and investigators to enhance scientific understanding through modern equipment that measures various biological and behavioral variables. Proposed research must align with NIH's mission, addressing critical processes impacting multiple organ systems. The goal is to improve the reliability of animal studies by systematically evaluating extrinsic influences in biological contexts.
Biology Animal Behavior (Ethology)

Early Career Postdoctoral-Faculty Bridge Grant

American Chemical Society
Association/Society
United States
Up to US $125,000
The Early Career Postdoctoral-Faculty Bridge Grant, offered by the American Chemical Society, supports postdoctoral fellows or new faculty members in their first 9 months as they establish independent research careers in green and sustainable chemistry. This grant provides funding for up to two years, covering salary, benefits, and travel expenses for a postdoctoral associate. The program aims to foster mentorship and training, ensuring a strong foundation for future academic success.
Chemistry

Senior Chemists Mini Grant for Local Sections

American Chemical Society
Association/Society
Puerto Rico, United States
Up to US $500
The Senior Chemists Mini Grant for Local Sections, offered by the American Chemical Society, is designed to support local events that engage senior members in innovative activities. Grants are available on a first-come, first-serve basis, and funding can be used for various events including recognition luncheons, mentoring for undergraduates, collaborative activities with younger chemists, and community support events such as science fairs.
Chemistry

Luce/ACLS Collaborative Grant in China Studies

American Council of Learned Societies
Association/Society
Canada, United States
Up to US $120,000
The Luce/ACLS Collaborative Grant in China Studies offers up to $150,000 for innovative pilot activities aimed at addressing pressing challenges in China Studies over 12 to 18 months. The grant encourages collaborative proposals that enhance teaching resources, develop open-access materials, and promote professional development. Successful projects may lead to new networks, sustainability plans, or white papers. This initiative aims to foster transformative change within the academic community focused on China.
Humanities & Social Science Teacher Development & Training

Cancer Screenings in Maine RFP

Maine Cancer Foundation
Private
United States
Up to US $80,000
The Maine Cancer Foundation is seeking proposals for cancer screening initiatives aimed at early detection and prevention. This RFP focuses on screenings for breast, cervical, colorectal, lung, prostate, and skin cancers. Proposals should align with evidence-based practices endorsed by the CDC and U.S. Preventive Services Task Force. Interested applicants are encouraged to consult with MCF prior to submission to discuss project concepts and receive feedback on draft applications.
Cancer / Oncology Preventative Healthcare Breast Cancer +5 more

Translational Medicine Predoctoral Fellowship

Pharmaceutical Research And Manufacturers Of America Fnd Inc (PhRMA)
Private
United States
US $60,000
The PhRMA Foundation's Translational Medicine Predoctoral Fellowship supports promising students engaged in advanced stages of thesis research in translational medicine. The program focuses on innovative research that translates laboratory discoveries into practical applications that enhance patient care. It provides $30,000 in stipend support per year, conditional upon the awardee's ongoing university enrollment. This fellowship seeks to foster a new generation of researchers dedicated to improving health outcomes through rigorous scientific inquiry.
Health & Medicine

TESOL Leadership Mentoring Program

Teachers Of English To Speakers Of Other Languages Inc
Association/Society
Algeria, American Samoa +33 more
US $1,000
The TESOL Leadership Mentoring Program connects TESOL members with experienced leaders for mentorship and professional development. Participants receive free registration to the annual convention, up to $1,000 for lodging, and the opportunity to build lasting relationships within the TESOL community. This program is designed for members in good standing, with a preference for individuals from underrepresented groups, fostering inclusivity and active participation in the association's initiatives.
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Education

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Grant Insights : Grant Funding Trends in Kansas

Average Grant Size

What's the typical amount funded for Kansas?

Grants are most commonly $115,399.

$115,399

Total Number of Grants

What's the total number of grants in Shawnee County Grants for Nonprofits year over year?

In 2024, funders in Kansas awarded a total of 22,348 grants.

2022 20,299

2023 20,795

2024 22,348

Top Grant Focus Areas

Among all the Shawnee County Grants for Nonprofits given out in Kansas, the most popular focus areas that receive funding are Education, Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations, and Human Services.

1. Education

2. Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations

3. Human Services

Funding Over Time

How is funding for Shawnee County Grants for Nonprofits changing over time?

Funding has increased by 35.57%.

2022 $1,771,555,771

2023 $1,895,653,033
7.00%

2024 $2,570,031,599
35.57%

Kansas Counties That Receive the Most Funding

How does grant funding vary by county?

Johnson County, Douglas County, and Sedgwick County receive the most funding.

County Total Grant Funding in 2024
Johnson County $1,931,963,239
Douglas County $419,113,685
Sedgwick County $269,882,081
Riley County $185,481,939
Leavenworth County $132,852,455

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