Cancer Research for Women, By Women
Victoria’s Secret & Co., also a Pelotonia funding partner, launched this groundbreaking initiative to improve and save the lives of millions of women around the world. Through a collaborative partnership between Pelotonia and scientific partner American Association for Cancer Research (AACR), the fund offers grants to female researchers and clinicians at various career stages.
The Victoria’s Secret Global Fund for Women’s Cancers has invested more than $13.5 million in research grants led by women scientists. Fostering innovation in the understanding, prevention, interception, early detection, diagnosis, and treatment of breast and gynecologic cancers, the goal is to eliminate cancer health disparities and improve outcomes.
funding women investigators across three categories
Global fund for women's cancers
impacting millions of women
This groundbreaking initiative aims to improve and save the lives of millions of women around the world by funding innovative research to improve outcomes for women’s cancers, including breast and gynecologic cancers, investing in the next generation of women scientists who represent the diverse populations they serve, and inspiring and educating millions of women worldwide through awareness, screening, and prevention campaigns.
supporting women scientists across levels since 2021
800+ women of all career stages to participate in an interactive development workshop to hone their professional skills at the AACR Annual Meeting
40+ high school-aged young women interested in cancer research to participate in 2-week immersive lab experiences, in partnership with the American Cancer Society
40+ junior researchers to attend the AACR Annual Meeting to present their work before the international cancer research community
Cancer Research for Women, By Women
Breaking Down Barriers. Empowering Women. Advancing Research Worldwide.
Through various grants and programming, the Victoria’s Secret Global Fund for Women’s Cancers supports researchers across North America, Europe, and Asia, with awardees based in the United States, United Kingdom, Spain, the Netherlands, Belgium, and China.
Victoria's Secret & Co.
Investing in Women's Cancers
As the world’s leading intimates retailer, supporting the health and well-being of women is paramount to Victoria’s Secret & Co. The company is committed to supporting and funding critical cancer research, providing volunteer opportunities for associates, and building meaningful partnerships aligned with our mission.
Christy Tostevin | SVP of Communications & Community Relations, VS&Co
Victoria's Secret Global Fund for Women's Cancers Videos
Scientific Achievement Award: Meet the Recipients
VS&Co: Investing in Women's Cancers
Funding FAQs
- The Victoria’s Secret Global Fund for Women’s Cancers Rising Innovator Awards, In Partnership with Pelotonia & AACR
- The Victoria’s Secret Global Fund for Women’s Cancers Career Development Award, in partnership with Pelotonia & AACR
- The Victoria’s Secret Global Fund for Women’s Cancers Meritorious Awards, In Partnership with Pelotonia & AACR
- Victoria’s Secret supports the American Cancer Society (ACS) Researc(HER) Program
In partnership with our scientific advisors at the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR), The Victoria’s Secret Global Fund for Women’s Cancers will announce additional funding opportunities for women investigators working worldwide to conduct innovative cancer research in the field of women’s cancers. Stay tuned!
