Exelixis – Grants & Giving | Medical Education, Charitable Contributions & Sponsorships

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Organization: Exelixis

About the Funder

Exelixis is a biotechnology company committed to advancing cancer care and supporting the oncology community. Through its Grants & Giving programs, Exelixis provides funding to organizations that deliver high-quality medical education, support cancer patients and caregivers, and strengthen communities through awareness, advocacy, and charitable programming.

Exelixis offers three primary categories of support:

Independent Medical Education (IME) Grants
Charitable Contributions
Sponsorships

All programs must adhere to strict ethical and regulatory standards and must be independent, non-promotional, and compliant with industry guidelines.

What This Program Funds

Exelixis provides three types of funding:

1. Independent Medical Education (IME) Grants

Supports independent, evidence-based education for healthcare professionals.

Eligible activities include:

Accredited CME/CE programs
Non-accredited scientific and clinical education
Symposia, workshops, or seminars
Oncology-focused medical congress activities

IME programs must:

Be independent of Exelixis influence
Address unmet educational needs in oncology
Support improved clinical decision-making

2. Charitable Contributions

Supports nonprofit organizations advancing patient care, cancer support, awareness, and community health.

Funding may support:

Cancer patient and caregiver programs
Patient advocacy initiatives
Community health or wellness efforts related to oncology
General charitable initiatives that align with Exelixis values

Charitable contributions cannot be used for promotional purposes or in exchange for product visibility.

3. Sponsorships

Provides financial support for events where Exelixis receives appropriate recognition.

May include:

Conferences and scientific meetings
Health-related community events
Fundraising events connected to oncology
Exhibits or visibility packages at medical events

All sponsored events must be compliant with industry regulations.

Therapeutic Focus Areas

Exelixis primarily funds programs related to:

Oncology
Cancer care improvement
Scientific exchange within cancer specialties

Programs outside oncology are generally not competitive.

Eligibility

Eligible applicants include:

501(c)(3) nonprofits
Academic institutions and hospitals
Medical societies and professional associations
Accredited continuing education providers
Patient advocacy groups
Scientific and clinical organizations

Programs must be:

Non-promotional
Scientifically sound and independent
Aligned with oncology education or patient support

Exelixis does not fund:

Individuals
Political or religious activities
General operating expenses unrelated to a defined program
Promotional speaker programs
Requests aiming to influence prescribing

Funding Amounts

Exelixis does not publish funding ranges.

Award size depends on:

Program type and scope
Scientific or educational merit
Patient/community impact
Budget justification

IME grants may be larger due to educational requirements.

Deadline

Applications are accepted year-round.

Exelixis recommends submitting requests:

At least 60 days before the program or event date
Earlier for large conferences or multi-partner programs

Geographic Focus

Funding is primarily directed to the United States, though some global oncology initiatives may be considered if aligned with Exelixis priorities.

Application Process

Visit the Exelixis Grants & Giving page
Select the appropriate funding category (IME, Charitable, or Sponsorship)
Submit required details, including:
- Program or event description
- Educational need or community impact
- Target audience
- Budget and requested amount
- Compliance assurances
Exelixis reviews applications for merit and alignment
Applicants receive notification through the online portal