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 funds innovative and collaborative clinical research, demonstration projects and pilot studies from any not-for-profit organization or institution that serves children with physical or developmental disabilities and associated health-related complications within the program's geographical area of interest.

One-year grants up to $75,000 (inclusive of 10% indirect costs) support projects aimed at improving the quality of life for children and adolescents with physical and developmental disabilities. A complete listing of the geographic eligibility area is contained in the guidelines. New investigators and junior faculty are encouraged 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.