Applications Open: Share Your Gamechanging Idea

Published 15 June 2026
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A man with a light blue shirt, a woman with long brown hair and a white sweater, and  a woman with light brown hair pose togetherThe ISHLT Strategic Investment Fund is now accepting proposals from ISHLT members. The Fund is designed to identify and launch ISHLT-led initiatives that advance the field of advanced heart and lung disease therapies, deliver meaningful value to members worldwide, and strengthen the Society’s leadership, programs, and long-term impact. Proposals are due by Tuesday, 18 August.

ISHLT is investing in bold, Society-led initiatives that:

  • Advance heart & lung failure and transplantation care
  • Deliver meaningful value to ISHLT members
  • Strengthen ISHLT’s global leadership

Key Parameters:

  • Up to $250,000 USD funding is available per project
  • Delivered through ISHLT (not standalone grants or projects)
  • Aligned with ISHLT strategy and priorities

What We’re Looking For
We invite bold, practical ideas that could become:

  • New ISHLT programs, platforms, or services
  • Field-shaping data, education, or collaboration initiatives
  • Scalable models that extend ISHLT’s global reach and influence

What This Is Not

  • Not a traditional research grant program
  • Not funding for independent, member-run projects
  • Not support for pharmaceutical or device trials

Getting started is simple: Submit a Letter of Intent (LOI) outlining the problem or opportunity, proposed solution, alignment with ISHLT priorities, anticipated impact, and a preliminary scope and budget range. Selected concepts will be invited for further review.

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