Community Foundation of Southwest Louisiana Grants is a grant from the Community Foundation of Southwest Louisiana that funds nonprofit organizations in Southwest Louisiana to address community needs and improve quality of life in the region. The Foundation manages donor-advised funds, scholarships, and competitive grant programs supporting a range of community priorities. Eligible applicants are nonprofit organizations operating in Southwest Louisiana. Grant amounts vary by program and funding cycle. The Foundation administers multiple scholarship funds and grant programs, connecting philanthropic resources to local nonprofits working in education, human services, arts, and other areas that benefit Southwest Louisiana communities.

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.