Alkermes – Sponsorships, Corporate Memberships & Program Grants
Funding Healthcare Events, Patient Advocacy, and Disease Education
Alkermes supports nonprofit organizations and mission-aligned partners through sponsorships, corporate memberships, charitable donations, and program grants that advance education, advocacy, and awareness within its therapeutic areas of focus.
Organization
Alkermes
Support Types
- Event Sponsorships
- Corporate Memberships
- Charitable Donations
- Program Grants
Therapeutic Focus Areas
- Addiction (Alcohol & Opioid Use Disorder)
- Serious Mental Illness (Schizophrenia, Bipolar I Disorder)
- Sleep Disorders (Narcolepsy, Idiopathic Hypersomnia)
About the Funder
Alkermes is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative medicines for people living with serious mental illness, addiction, and sleep disorders. Its corporate funding programs are designed to support independent, educational, and advocacy-driven initiatives that address unmet needs and expand understanding within these disease areas.
Funding Opportunities Overview
🎟️ Sponsorships
Support for healthcare-related events held on specific dates, including:
- Conferences and webinars
- Fundraisers and galas
- Walks, runs, concerts, and shows
Sponsorships must be offered at Fair Market Value and include tangible benefits for Alkermes, such as:
- Event attendance
- Advertising in event materials or websites
- Promotional or exhibit opportunities
All events must align with Alkermes’ therapeutic focus areas.
🤝 Corporate Memberships
Support for organizations offering corporate membership packages (minimum 12-month term) at Fair Market Value, with tangible benefits such as:
- Logo placement on organizational websites
- Access to member-only meetings or events
Memberships must be relevant to Alkermes’ therapeutic areas of focus.
❤️ Charitable Donations
General support donations to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations aligned with Alkermes’ values (e.g., local food banks or shelters).
- Funds are not tied to a specific event or program
- Alkermes may receive recognition only (no additional benefits)
📘 Program Grants
Grants to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations to support specific programs or projects that:
- Advance patient advocacy
- Increase disease or therapy-related knowledge
- Address an unmet need within Alkermes’ therapeutic areas
Grant proposals must include:
- Clear description of the program or project
- Demonstration of unmet need
- Detailed program-specific budget
Funds may not be used for general operating support.
Ineligible Requests (Summary)
Alkermes does not fund:
- Individuals, caregivers, or individual healthcare professionals
- Private practices or treatment providers (including counseling or patient care)
- Healthcare organizations submitting fundraising requests
- Capital campaigns, building projects, or operational expenses
- Organizations controlled by or closely affiliated with a healthcare professional
- Organizations that discriminate based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, national origin, veteran status, or disability
Timeline & Review
📅 Recommended Lead Time: Submit requests at least 90 days before the activity start date
📩 Approval: Funding is not guaranteed and prior support does not ensure future approval
⚠️ Requests are not approved until official confirmation is received through Alkermes’ Request Management System
🚫 Funding will not be provided retroactively for activities that have already occurred
Application / Learn More
➡️ Submit a request:
https://alkermes.envisionpharma.com/ienv_alkermes/visiontracker/portal/login.xhtml?pgm=CORPFUND&windowId=a20
📧 Questions: sponsorships@alkermes.com
Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit
This funding opportunity is best suited for organizations that:
- Work in addiction, serious mental illness, or sleep disorder spaces
- Offer healthcare-related educational or advocacy events
- Can provide Fair Market Value sponsorship or membership benefits
- Are 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking program-specific grant support
- Address clearly defined unmet needs with measurable impact
Alkermes’ programs are particularly strong for disease-focused advocacy groups, educational organizations, and conveners operating within its therapeutic areas.
Corporate Grants Guide Notes
Review Type: Rolling (advance submission strongly encouraged)
Typical Lead Time: 90+ days before activity
Best Suited For: Healthcare advocacy nonprofits, education providers, and disease-specific organizations
