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Act 2004-133 created the opportunity for contributions to be utilized for juvenile diabetes cure research. These contributions are deducted from a tax refund. Contributions can be made by check or money order payable to:

Juvenile Diabetes Cure Research Fund
Department of Health
Bureau of Administrative and Financial Services
Health and Welfare Building, Room 402
625 Forster Street, Harrisburg, PA 17120-0701

The research is related to: (1) restoring normal blood sugar levels; (2) preventing or reversing complications; or (3) preventing juvenile diabetes. The fund amounts are distributed to institutions of higher education and independent research institutions in Pennsylvania.

Research Grant Opportunities

Health Research Office Request for Applications (RFA)

RFA #67-205:  Research to Cure & Prevent T1 Juvenile Diabetes

The Pennsylvania Department of Health, Health Research Office, issued a Request for Applications on September 24, 2025.  This grant is titled "Research to Cure and Prevent Type 1 (Juvenile) Diabetes” and can be found on PA-eMarketplace.  If interested in submitting an application for funding consideration, please note the following important dates:

  • Application / Grant related questions are due October 7, 2025
  • Letters of Intent are due November 3, 2025
  • Applications are due November 24, 2025

Additionally, please note the following information:

  • The grant term is anticipated to run from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2030
  • $237,955 is available for award
  • One award is anticipated to result.

Reports