2012 Sunflower Grants

Mission: The mission of the Caring for Carcinoid Foundation is to discover cures for carcinoid, pancreatice neuroendocrine, and related neuroendocrine cancers.

Purpose: The purpose of Sunflower Grants is to fund patient support programs that relate to neuroendocrine tumor research. All programs are designed and performed by patient support groups.

Program Ideas: CFCF is open to all ideas that will support patients and relate to neuroendocrine research. We encourage creativity and focus on results. Ideas for programs include:

• Educational initiatives 
• Seed funds to incorporate or file for Federal non-profit status 
• Speaker series with leading scientists to inform patients 
• Fundraising events to support neuroendocrine tumor research

Funding Amount: $250 - $1,000 per year Total Sunflower Grants awarded will not exceed $5,000 per year

Eligibility: All neuroendocrine patient support groups may apply. 

Selection Process: We will review all applications. We will post the names of all applicants on our website. Our Board of Directors, acting in its sole discretion, will select the Sunflower Grant winners based on four criteria:

• Quality of application 
• Track record of success 
• Commitment to curing carcinoid 
• Commitment to caring for the neuroendocrine tumor community 

Announcement: The Caring for Carcinoid Foundation will announce the Sunflower Grant winners in early 2011.

Confidentiality: The Caring for Carcinoid Foundation will not disclose applications to anyone outside our Board of Directors.

Application: 

Sunflower_Grant_Application.pdf