US Department of Defense (CDMRP): Rare Cancers Research Program (RCRP)

- Concept Award (LOI): Supports research that is in the earliest stages of idea development or an untested theory that addresses an important problem related to rare cancers. Proof-of-concept is the anticipated outcome. Preliminary data are not required. Clinical trials are not allowed. Funding: $100K (plus indirect costs) for 1 year.

- Idea Development Award (LOI): Supports high-risk/high-reward research with the potential to yield impactful data in the rare cancer field. Preliminary data are required. Clinical trials are not allowed. Funding: $350,000 for direct costs (plus indirect costs) for 3 years. 

https://ebrap.org/eBRAP/public/ProgramFY.htm?programFYId=296801