A World Without Cancer Starts in Israel
ICRF funds leading scientists in Israel advancing global cancer research breakthroughs.

Transforming Discovery
into Progress for 50+ Years
Rooted in Israel’s global leadership in innovation, ICRF-funded scientists are pioneering discoveries that transform how cancer is studied, diagnosed, and treated worldwide.

From the Lab to a Cancer-Free World
$100M+
invested in lifetime research funding to date
3
FDA-approved cancer drugs
3,000+
grants funded to date
ICRF is the largest nongovernmental funder of early-stage cancer research in Israel. Behind every number is a scientist creating new possibilities and the promise of a better tomorrow.
3,000+
grants funded to date
2
Nobel Laureates
9
Israel Prizes
Invest in
Lifesaving Research
Your support empowers Israeli scientists to pursue bold cancer research ideas by providing critical early-stage funding that advances promising work.

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