We’re pleased to open the 2026 Hunter Children’s Research Foundation (HCRF) Project Grant round. 

Funds raised by the Hunter Children’s Research Foundation is made available annually to HMRI affiliated researchers through a competitive application process. The purpose of HCRF Project Grants is to fund important research into children’s life threatening and serious illnesses in the Hunter.

Project Grant Awards are offered for a competitive award at $30,000 each, for a term of 15 months. The funding can be used for research project related activities including consumables, equipment, personnel, other direct research costs, data collection and publications.

Awards are offered in the following categories:

• 2026 HCRF Project Grants: $30,000 per project

• 2026 Esophagitis Project Grant: $30,000

To apply, please complete the following steps:

1. Determine your eligibility

2. Complete the application form

Applications should be completed using the application forms provided.
You are required to complete all sections of the application form.

Download Application Form

3. Lodge your application

The Word document, and any other attachments, should be converted to one PDF before submitting via to [email protected]