High-Quality Care for People with Serious Illness is a grant from the California Health Care Foundation (CHCF) that funds projects expanding access to palliative care and hospice services for Californians with low incomes. CHCF is an independent, nonprofit philanthropy dedicated to improving California's health care system so all residents receive the care they need. This funding supports integration of serious illness care with Medi-Cal delivery systems, technology innovation, and approaches that address health equity. Eligible applicants include health care providers, nonprofits, and community-based organizations operating in California. Awards typically range from $25,000 to $250,000. Most grants are solicited, though unsolicited letters of intent are accepted on a rolling basis.

NCI Continuing Umbrella of Research Experiences (CURE) Academic Career Excellence (ACE) Award (K32) is a grant from the National Cancer Institute (NCI) that funds early postdoctoral fellows from diverse backgrounds, including underrepresented groups, to pursue research training in cancer-related fields. The K32 award supports fellows within 12 months prior to transitioning into, or within the first two years of, a postdoctoral position. The program, operated through NCI's Center to Reduce Cancer Health Disparities (CRCHD), aims to enhance the pool of qualified diverse cancer researchers. Beginning with the June 12, 2025 due date, the CURE ACE Award is available in both Independent Clinical Trial Required and Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed versions. Eligible applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents at time of award.