The Myositis Association recognizes that the myositis patient’s best hope for a cure lies in research. The goal of The Myositis Association’s Research Grant Program is to develop a better understanding of myositis diseases, create better treatments, and, ultimately, find a cure for myositis. TMA began funding research in 2002, and has continued to fund promising myositis research ever since.

The Myositis Association’s (TMA) Research Grant Program provides financial support to qualified investigators and clinicians for basic, translational, and clinical research across the spectrum of myositis diseases and specialties with the goal of advancing our understanding of the underlying causes and pathophysiology, means of prevention, early detection, accurate diagnosis, effective treatments, and methods for curing myositis and related diseases and complications.

In the 2026 grant cycle, TMA will offer four research grant opportunities that align with our Board of Directors’ research priorities together with donor supported funds. Please click the opportunity below for additional information about available research funds and how to apply.

To receive notifications about future funding announcements, please join TMA as a healthcare provider.

For Research Grants Program Guidelines, click here.

About The Myositis Association

The Myositis Association is the leading international nonprofit organization committed to the global community of people living with myositis, their care partners, family members, and the medical community. TMA provides patient education and support, advocacy, clinician education, and has awarded nearly $8.5 million to help advance the field of myositis research. Learn more at https://www.myositis.org/.

Thank You

TMA thanks the families and donors who support our efforts to advance myositis research.