Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, the Foundation grants funding for local health and medical research to improve the health and wellbeing of Tasmanians. This funding supports research into chronic diseases, maternal and infant health, aged care and the social determinants of health.
The Foundation will be awarding $600,000 in grant funding in 2025 to support Incubator pilot studies, Project grants and a three-year major research study. Applications open on Monday 3 June and close on Friday 12 July 2024.
This funding supports one-year investigations to allow researchers to develop a new idea, create a pilot study or an opportunity to gather empirical evidence.
In addition to the Foundation's general funding pool, targeted Incubator grant funding is offered for research into improving the lives of those diagnosed with primary brain cancer.
Download the 2025 Incubator grant guidelines here.
Project grants provide funding for one-year investigations. They may evolve from earlier funding through an Incubator grant or where evidence demonstrates a higher level of investment is warranted.
In addition to the Foundation's general funding pool, targeted Project grant funding of up to $30,000 is offered for research into life-threatening medical conditions of infancy.
Download the 2025 Project grant guidelines here.
The Foundation offers a single Major Project Grant of up to $450,000 over three years, to be allocated as $150,000 per annum. The Major Project grant enables an early to mid-career researcher and their team to undertake a focused program of research, with a strong focus on collaboration across disciplines and researchers.
Expressions of Interest will be called for in the first round (closing 12 July). The top selected EOIs will then be invited to submit a full application.
Download the 2025 Major Project grant guidelines here.
An open information session for applicants was held via Teams on Wednesday 12 June from 11am, covering the grants program, application process, ethics and governance procedures.
Click here to view the video recording of this session.
Capping rules apply to all Foundation grants, you can view the Capping Rules table here.
Applications must be submitted via our online platform.
All applications must be endorsed by your nominating institution before they can be received by the Foundation, so please ensure you allow time for this process prior to the closing date. All applications will be reviewed by the Foundation’s Scientific Research Advisory Committee and the Board, with outcomes advised in mid-October.
Research Plan
Please complete your Research Plan using the relevant template, save as PDF and upload into the online application form.
Incubator and Project grants
Major Project grant
For any enquiries relating to grant funding, please contact research@rhhresearchfoundation.org or call 03 6166 1320.