CSL Foundation
About
The CSL Foundation is the philanthropic arm of CSL Limited, a global biotechnology company based in Australia. Focused on improving health and advancing research, the foundation supports various community initiatives both nationally and internationally.
Tips for Applicants
Potential applicants should emphasize the impact of their projects on community health and research. Collaborations and partnerships are highly valued.
Giving Philosophy
The CSL Foundation believes in making a significant impact through strategic partnerships and contributions in health, research, and community development. Their theory of change revolves around fostering innovation and supporting initiatives that improve patient health and community wellbeing.
Programs & Opportunities (8)
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LEAD Grants
Funding program supporting patient organizations and community initiatives focused on health education and advocacy. Available to eligible patient support organizations.
CSL Research Acceleration Initiative (RAI)
This initiative supports early-stage biotechs and research organizations globally to fast-track the discovery of groundbreaking biotherapies, focusing on proposals aligned with CSL Therapeutic Areas.
Awards, Grants and Initiatives
CSL's portfolio of awards and grants supporting collaborative innovation in research. Targets researchers around the world working on plasma protein technology, recombinant technology, cell and gene therapy, and vaccines technology.
CSL Centenary Fellowships
High-value awards available to early-mid career medical researchers in Australia who wish to continue a career in medical research within the country. Two individual five-year fellowships are awarded annually.
North America Independent Medical Education Grants
These grants provide funding for the continuing medical education of healthcare professionals through various programs such as medical seminars, symposia, and grand rounds. They are currently available in the US and Canada.
CSL Behring Local Empowerment for Advocacy Development (LEAD) Grants
Community-based grants offered by CSL Behring to help local patient organizations achieve their advocacy objectives by addressing important local and state advocacy issues and initiatives.
R&D Awards and Grants
Research awards and grants for researchers globally
CSL Community Impact Awards
These awards provide scholarships for emerging leaders in Australian not-for-profit and social purpose organizations focused on improving health outcomes to participate in a leadership program. Additionally, selected charities receive financial grants to support their health initiatives.