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Climate + Health Excellence (CHEX) Centers

Q: How much funding can be received?

Climate + Health Excellence (CHEX) Centers Funds up to $10,000,000 of admissible expenses.

Q: Who is eligible for the Climate + Health Excellence (CHEX) Centers program?

To be eligible for the Climate + Health Excellence (CHEX) Centers program, you must: Non-profit research or educational institutes in US or Canada.

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Climate + Health Excellence (CHEX) Centers?

You can contact Burroughs Wellcome Fund (BWF).

Q: Where is the Climate + Health Excellence (CHEX) Centers available?

The Climate + Health Excellence (CHEX) Centers program is available the province of Quebec.

Q: Is the Climate + Health Excellence (CHEX) Centers a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Climate + Health Excellence (CHEX) Centers is a Grant and Funding

Last Update: February 4, 2026

Quebec, Canada

Supports research, education, and communication on climate and health.

Grant and Funding

Burroughs Wellcome Fund

Overview

This program provides substantial funding to established research and educational institutions in the US and Canada to develop leadership in climate change's impact on human health through innovative research, education, and public communication strategies.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Develop strategic partnerships

Research and experimental development

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 10,000,000 $

Timeline

Unspecified

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

All industries

Location

Quebec

Legal structures

Non-profit

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

All groups

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

All industries

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

All structures

Scope

All dimensions

Activities funded

Conducting interdisciplinary climate and health research.
Developing educational programs on climate change impacts.
Implementing public engagement and communication initiatives.

Examples of admissible projects:

Establishing a climate and health research hub to inform policy decisions

Documents Needed

Not specified in the provided information.

Eligibility

Non-profit research or training institutes in the United States or Canada.

Who is eligible?

Non-profit research institutes in the United States or Canada.

Eligible expenses

Not specified in the provided information.

Eligible geographic areas

United States and Canada

Selection criteria

Established leadership in climate and health research or education.
Potential for significant impact on policy and public awareness.
Demonstrated institutional capacity and sustainable activity plans.

How to apply

Step 1: Prepare a detailed proposal based on program guidelines.Step 2: Submit the full proposal during the October 2025 call for applications.Step 3: Await review and notification of the application outcome.Step 4: Sign funding agreement if selected and commence project activities.

Additional information

Applicants should note that full proposals are invited in October 2025.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Climate + Health Excellence (CHEX) Centers Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Climate + Health Excellence (CHEX) Centers. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.