Edward Showler Foundation
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- Typical grants
- £2,000 – £200,000
- Applications
- Not accepted
- Decisions
- As needed
Works for Registered charities, CIOs, CICs and community groups.
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edwardshowlerfoundation.comAbout Edward Showler Foundation
The Edward Showler Foundation was established in 2018 by the family and friends of Dr. Edward Showler, a young doctor who died from metastatic clear cell sarcoma. The Foundation honours his legacy by advancing the physical and mental health of UK sarcoma sufferers, with a strong focus on transformative research into clear cell sarcoma (CCS). Rooted in a patient-centred ethos, it funds biomedical research, multi-year programmes, studentships, and capacity-building collaborations, alongside select patient support activities. The Foundation supports UK-registered charities, academic institutions, and occasionally individuals, typically medium-to-large research centres or established charities with strong mission alignment. Its thematic priorities centre on sarcoma innovation, including genomic studies, specialist training, and patient support through partnerships with organisations such as Sarcoma UK and the Royal Orthopaedic Hospital. The Foundation has a nationwide scope but rarely funds grassroots groups. What makes the Foundation distinctive is its laser focus on clear cell sarcoma genomics and its refusal to accept stagnation in sarcoma treatment.
What Edward Showler Foundation funds
The Foundation funds biomedical research projects, multi-year programmes, studentships, and capacity-building collaborations, alongside select patient-centred charitable activities. Thematic priorities centre on sarcoma innovation, including genomic studies, specialist training, and patient support through partnerships with organisations such as Sarcoma UK and the Royal Orthopaedic Hospital. It targets underfunded areas with high impact potential, particularly clear cell sarcoma (CCS) genomics. The Foundation has a nationwide scope across the UK.
Who can apply
The Foundation supports UK-registered charities, academic institutions, and occasionally individuals. Eligible entities are typically medium-to-large research centres or established charities showing strong mission alignment. No formal income thresholds apply, but grassroots groups are rarely selected. The Foundation prioritises organisations with a clear focus on sarcoma research and patient support.
What Edward Showler Foundation doesn't fund
The Foundation does not fund private trustee benefits, unrestricted core costs, or work outside the UK or unrelated to sarcoma. It also does not accept unsolicited applications.
How they like to fund
The Foundation funds multi-year programmes and one-off projects, including biomedical research, studentships, and capacity-building collaborations. It does not accept unsolicited applications; opportunities arise via trustee outreach and networks. The Foundation works in partnership with organisations such as Sarcoma UK and the Royal Orthopaedic Hospital.
How much does Edward Showler Foundation give?
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How to apply to Edward Showler Foundation
Edward Showler Foundation does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation.
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- Decisions are typically as needed.
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Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Edward Showler Foundation provide?
Edward Showler Foundation typically provides grants of £2,000 - £200,000.
Where does Edward Showler Foundation fund charities?
Edward Showler Foundation funds charities operating in the UK.
Does Edward Showler Foundation accept unsolicited applications?
Edward Showler Foundation does not accept unsolicited applications.
How do I apply for funding from Edward Showler Foundation?
Edward Showler Foundation does not accept unsolicited applications. Funding is by invitation. A fit check still tells you whether your work aligns with their published remit.
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