Grant Funding Round for Paediatric Cancer Care in Australia

The Children’s Cancer Foundation is offering a Grant Funding Round for 2026, inviting health services across Australia to apply for financial assistance. With a total of $500,000 available, the grant aims to support projects that significantly enhance cancer care and family support for children and adolescents in urban, regional, and rural communities. Applications close on 14 December 2026, at 5 pm AEDT. Opportunity at a Glance

- Provider: Children’s Cancer Foundation

- Funding Amount: Total of $500,000; applications from $10,000 are welcome

- Eligible Applicants: Australian health services in all states and territories, including regional and rural areas

- Deadline: 14 December 2026, 5 pm AEDT

- Funding Period: 2027/28 Financial Year

About the Opportunity

This funding initiative aims to facilitate projects that introduce new or significantly improved methods of care and support for children with cancer and their families. The focus is on achieving measurable improvements in clinical care and family welfare. Funding and Benefits

- Total Pool: $500,000, with flexibility for one or multiple projects

- Funding Type: One-off grant, potentially disbursed over multiple financial years based on milestones

Who Is Eligible?

- Eligible Applicants: Australian health services with an ABN, including those in regional and rural areas

- Project Partners: Community organizations, NGOs, and other partners can be involved

- Age Group: Focus on children and adolescents receiving paediatric oncology care and their families

Eligible Activities or Priority Areas

- Equipment for Paediatric Cancer Care: Funding for essential medical equipment

- Family Welfare and Support: Direct assistance and resources for affected families

- Clinical Practice Implementation: Applying research findings to clinical care

- Clinical Care Improvement: Innovations in care delivery

- Regional Support: Enhancing access to care in regional and rural communities

Why This Opportunity Matters The grant funding round is crucial for advancing paediatric oncology care in Australia. By supporting innovative projects, the Children’s Cancer Foundation seeks to ensure that children with cancer receive world-class treatment and support, irrespective of their location. How to Apply - Review the Grant Funding Policy to ensure project alignment with focus areas. - Download the Application Form from the official website.

- Prepare a Proposal: Limit to 1,550 words, excluding tables, and include a plain-English project summary.

- Submit by Email: Send the completed application to grants@childrenscancerfoundation.com.au by 5 pm AEDT on 14 December 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions Who can apply? Australian health services with an ABN, including those in regional and rural areas. What is the funding limit? Up to $500,000, with applications starting at $10,000. Is co-funding required? No, but it is welcome. Can the grant fund staff positions? Yes, but only for fixed-term roles essential to the project, capped at 25% of salary costs. When will applicants be notified? By the end of March 2027. Next Steps Interested applicants should review the official guidelines and complete the application process as outlined. For further questions, contact the Children’s Cancer Foundation via email.