The Lustgarten Equity, Accessibility, and Diversity (LEAD) Project

About this program

The Lustgarten Foundation offers the LEAD Project grant to address disparities in pancreatic cancer outcomes by enhancing the recruitment and retention of underrepresented groups in clinical trials. Funding supports initiatives focused on identifying barriers to participation, developing community outreach tools, and improving patient education and clinical recruitment strategies. Eligible applicants include researchers and clinicians specializing in pancreatic cancer disparities and clinical trial recruitment, with priority given to projects targeting underrepresented populations. The estimated award amount is $100,000, with no cost-sharing requirement.