Since 1977, the primary mission of the Pediatric Research Foundation has been to fund research into childhood diseasesto protect, promote and improve the health and well-being of children and adolescents. The Foundation offers them the most precious gift of all: the promise of a better, healthier future, thanks to research!

The Pediatric Research Foundation aims to become the driving force behind pediatric research, to increase the chances of cure and improve children's health.

Present at every stage of a child's life, from conception to adulthood, the Foundation's team works tirelessly to ensure that all children and adolescents have access to the latest advances in research. The Foundation's aim is to ensure that all children and teenagers can achieve their full potential, now and for the rest of their lives. The Foundation focuses on the major areas of excellence in pediatric healthcare, and in relevant scientific fields where the need is greatest. To date, more than $74 million has been awarded to experienced and up-and-coming researchers to support innovative and promising research projects. The medical breakthroughs achieved in the fight against childhood diseases motivate us and nourish our hope that, one day, all children will be able to grow up healthy!