Key Information: 2025 Grant Cycle
Grant Submission Deadline: October 15, 2025. Applications should be emailed to Nicholas@Harnik.com.
Maximum Grant Size: $100,000.00
The IMRF does not cover indirect costs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the IMRF’s timeline for its 2025 Grants?
IMRF Grant Applications must be submitted by October 15, 2025. The IMRF expects to render its decisions for its 2025 grantees within 4-8 weeks of this deadline. Completed applications should be emailed to Nicholas@MandlResearch.org
Are there formatting requirements or page limits?
Applications have no page limit. However, applicants’ research plans shall be limited to 3 pages plus an additional 1 page for figures. Applications shall have 1-inch margins, be double-spaced, and in 12-point Times New Roman font.
Are there any minimum qualifications for grantees?
The Foundation provides grants and fellowships to persons with a minimum of 5 years’ research experience and holding an MD, Ph.D. DVM degree or its equivalent, as well as to established educational and scientific organizations that have been recognized by the IRS as section 501(c)(3) organizations and as public charities, or foreign grantees whose charitable status meets IRS requirements. The above withstanding, the IMRF strongly encourages applicants early in their research careers to apply for grants and all else equal, will give priority to applicants looking to launch their careers in research.
Does the IMRF consider multi-year grants?
Yes. The IMRF is open to multi-year grants. The IMRF is comfortable committing to up to three years of funding; however, preference will be given to applicants requesting single year grants.
If I have been awarded a grant, can I reapply for IMRF funding in subsequent years?
Yes. Grant recipients may reapply for funding. Applications for further funding will be based on the grantee's demonstrated performance as well as other factors. For more information, please email our administrator Nicholas Harnik for more information (nicholas@MandlResearch.org).
Are grants restricted to U.S.-based organizations?
No, the IMRF is able to fund both domestic and international projects. Please email Nicholas@MandlResearch.org if you are interested in applying for an international research grant.