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Annual Giving
$500K
Grant Range
$10K – $5.0M
Programs
6 (1 open)

About

The Australian Cancer Research Foundation is dedicated to funding innovative cancer research across Australia. They aim to accelerate the translation of research discoveries into new treatments and life-saving therapies for cancer patients.

Tips for Applicants

When applying for grants, clearly outline the innovative aspects of your research and its potential impact on cancer treatment. Demonstrate alignment with the foundation's mission to support research that can lead to significant advancements in oncology.

Giving Philosophy

The foundation believes in a rigorous scientific approach to combating cancer, prioritizing research that demonstrates potential to significantly impact patient outcomes and survival rates.

Giving History

2024
$500K

ACNC Financial History

YearGrants GivenRevenueTotal AssetsNet Assets
FY2023
$4.8M
$14.6M$35.0M$23.9M
FY2022
$6.8M
$12.1M$27.1M$16.7M
FY2021
$6.6M
$11.1M$26.7M$17.7M
FY2020
$7.4M
$12.3M$28.5M$15.6M
FY2019
$18.8M
$12.4M$26.6M$14.1M
FY2018
$5.7M
$11.9M$25.6M$22.4M
FY2017
$8.2M
$10.0M$26.5M$22.0M
7yr total$58.4MSource: ACNC Annual Information Statements

Programs & Opportunities (6)

1 open · 5 closed · sorted by deadline · last checked 24 April 2026 (54 days ago)

2025 Grants Program

Grantclosed

Major grants for cancer research equipment, technology, and infrastructure at Australian research institutions

Eligibility: Australian research institutions
How to apply: Not specified
$1.8M – $1.5MCloses 31/10/2025Apply →

Applying for a Grant

Grantclosed

ACRF accepts applications from Australian research institutes for cancer research projects requiring equipment or infrastructure

Eligibility: Australian medical research institutes, hospitals, and universities can apply
How to apply: Applications are competitively reviewed, submit via email request for template to [email protected], following 2026 ACRF Annual Grants Guidelines
$1.5M – $1.5MCloses 31/10/2025Apply →

2025 Grants

Grantclosed

Funding for innovative cancer research projects.

Closes 31/12/2025Apply →

2026 Annual Research Grant Round

Grantclosed

The 2026 Annual Research Grant Round will support innovative cancer research projects in Australia.

Closes 22/05/2026Apply →

2026 Annual Research Grants

Grantclosed

Capital grants for technology, equipment, and infrastructure supporting cancer research.

Closes 22/05/2026Apply →

ACRF Grant Awards

Grantopen

The Australian Cancer Research Foundation (ACRF) provides significant grants for cutting-edge technology and infrastructure to leading research institutions across Australia, supporting innovative projects with the potential for breakthroughs in cancer research.

$2.0M – $10.0MApply →

Program History (4)

Year-specific program memory with visible provenance. This is the bridge between open opportunities and recurring portfolio strands.

2025-26

2025 Grants

Grant

Funding for innovative cancer research projects.

Places: AustraliaSource: official program url verifiedEvidence: open source
2025-26

2025 Grants Program

Grant

Major grants for cancer research equipment, technology, and infrastructure at Australian research institutions

Places: AustraliaSource: official program url verifiedEvidence: open source
2025-26

2026 Annual Research Grants

Grant

Capital grants for technology, equipment, and infrastructure supporting cancer research.

Places: AustraliaSource: official program url verifiedEvidence: open source
2025-26

Applying for a Grant

Grant

ACRF accepts applications from Australian research institutes for cancer research projects requiring equipment or infrastructure

Places: AustraliaSource: official program url verifiedEvidence: open source

Grants in Database (7)

Focus Areas

healthresearch
Geographic
AU-National
Recipients
nfpresearch

Financial Details

Source of Wealth
Information regarding the specific origins of funding is not publicly detailed, but corporate foundations often derive resources from profitable enterprises, philanthropic contributions, or significant donations.
Revenue Sources
inherited

Board & Leadership

ACNC
ACNC
ACNC
ACNC
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Ian Brown
trustee
ACNC
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Kerry Strydom
secretary
ACNC
Mark Tims
trustee
ACNC
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ACNC
ACNC
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Data Sources

Profile quality: medium
Foundation profile updated: 16 June 2026 (1 day ago)
Grant/program scan updated: 24 April 2026 (54 days ago)
Added: 27 February 2026 (110 days ago)
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