Federal funding is the foundational backbone of medical research, especially basic research. Non-federal funding provides critical flexibility that allows researchers to pursue high-risk, high-reward projects and emphasizes clinical and translational research. These awards can accelerate innovation and are especially important for the support of early-career scientists. Here are external funding opportunities from industry sponsors, nonprofits, and private foundations. This page is intended to support investigators in identifying relevant funding opportunities and broadening their potential sources of research support.

Links and information accurate as of September 22, 2026.