What does the Dana Foundation fund?

The Dana Foundation is a nonprofit grantmaking institution that works to advance neuroscience that benefits society and reflects the aspirations of all people. Grant applications are made to a particular program. Interested applicants should read through the Foundation’s program descriptions in the Our Work section of the website carefully. Each program page includes a statement of the program’s goal and objectives, a list of recent grants, and a section with information on how to apply. Prospective applicants are encouraged to explore the grants awarded within a program to gain insight into the types of projects supported. The majority of our grants are up to $150,000 in total funding for a project period of 12-18 months.

At this time, the Foundation will not provide funding for indirect costs as part of our grantmaking process, unless otherwise specified.