Deborah Munroe Noonan Memorial Research Fund

The Deborah Munroe Noonan Memorial Research Fund, established by Frank M. Noonan in memory of his mother, was created to “consider the work of corporations whose principal activity is the hospitalization or care of crippled children.” Recognizing that children’s health services and supports are now provided in a wide range of community settings as well as hospitals, the Noonan program accepts research proposals from both nonprofit organizations and academic institutions that serve children with physical or developmental disabilities and associated health-related complications. Eligible organizations must be within the Fund’s geographic area of interest. A complete listing of the eligible Metropolitan Boston cities and towns  is contained in the guidelines.

One-year grants up to $80,000 (inclusive of 10% indirect costs) support innovative clinical and service system research, demonstration projects, and pilot studies in the Boston area designed to improve the quality of life for children with disabilities. New investigators are encouraged to submit proposals. Neither a faculty position nor an advanced degree is required. Senior investigators exploring new areas outside of their prior research are also welcome to apply.

Proposals for basic science research will not be considered nor will applications for capital costs such as buildings, renovations, or major equipment items. Drug trials are rarely supported by the Noonan Research Fund. The Noonan Fund does not fund primary prevention projects.