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.