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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