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Turning vision into hope for brain cancer patients and families

By bridging early ideas to large-scale support, we empower scientists to push boundaries in brain cancer research.

BeWonderNow, Inc. Spring 2027 Pilot Grant Program — Now Open

Early-stage brain cancer research funding up to $150,000 · Building on a successful 2026 at Harvard Medical School, Johns Hopkins, Emory & more

Letters of Intent required — one page, due March 16, 2027

ABOUT US

Fueling Bold Ideas. Sparking Breakthroughs. Bringing Hope.

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Seed Grant Funding

Grant funding for early stage brain cancer

About the founder!

Scott L. Danielson

(11/01/56 – 12/24/23)

"When he realized there was no standard treatment for his tumor, he set out on a mission to help move treatment options forward for future patients."

In 2021, a seizure on a routine walk led to Scott’s diagnosis with a rare, aggressive brain tumor — one so uncommon that few oncologists knew the best course of treatment. Rather than accept that gap, Scott and his family worked with innovative physicians across the country who extended his life more than double the typical expectancy for his diagnosis.

That experience is the reason BeWonderNow exists. We provide seed-funding for early-stage brain cancer research through pilot grants that bridge the gap between innovation and large-scale support — empowering physician-scientists and researchers to accelerate discovery, so the next family facing a diagnosis like Scott’s has more options than he did.

Grant funding is available up to $150,000 per application

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How You Can Help

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Small, live conversations about our mission, our founding story, and the brain cancer research we support — in Minnesota or online, nationwide.

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CONVERSATION  •  HOPE  •  IMPACT

Join us for an informal evening of connection, curiosity, and hope with the BeWonderNow team.

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VIRTUAL  •  TUESDAY, OCTOBER 27
5:30–7:30 P.M.
IN PERSON  •  THURSDAY, OCTOBER 29
5:30–7:00 P.M.  •  Roseville Library, Board Room

News & Awards

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651-357-3679