HRICS Michael Kalimnios (MK) Memorial Funded Grants Program 2026

Hume Regional Integrated Cancer Services [HRICS] are excited to announce the second iteration of our Michael Kalimnios Memorial Funded Grants Program (known as MK Grants) for 2026.

Michael served as Chair of HRICS Governance Committee for two years and was a passionate advocate for cancer services improvement in our region. The Memorial Program offers grants funding each year to cancer services to undertake projects, training and education that will deliver improvements in systems and processes supporting cancer care.

The grant projects are intended to be short-term, lasting up to three months, with a completion date for the end of June 2026. Funding is available for amounts up to $5,500 (including GST).

To discuss a project idea or obtain copy of the MK Program Guidelines and Application form, please contact:

Virginia Mitsch: Virginia.Mitsch@gvhealth.org.au or Monique Beecroft: Monique.beecroft@gvhealth.org.au

Applications close 27th February 2026.

Need inspiration?

Follow the link below to watch a video showcasing the grants Program highlighting some of the initiatives HRICS has funded in recent years.