Community Health and Cancer Prevention Support Grants
GrantID: 72858
Grant Funding Amount Low: Open
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: Open
Summary
There are funding opportunities available to support efforts that improve health outcomes and reduce the burden of a major illness across a specific U.S. state. These opportunities are designed to help community organizations expand valuable services that promote prevention, increase access to early detection and screening, and enhance supportive care for individuals and families affected by disease. The overall goal of this funding is to uplift community-led solutions that help people stay healthier, get timely care when needed, and navigate challenges that can arise during treatment and recovery.
These grants are generally open to nonprofit organizations that are established to serve charitable purposes and are legally recognized as tax-exempt entities. Educational institutions, public health agencies, and government entities that serve residents within the state may also qualify. The primary intent is to support work that benefits local populations rather than individual people, and the funds are typically not available to for-profit businesses or individual applicants. Organizations seeking support usually must demonstrate how their proposed work aligns with community needs and supports meaningful improvements in health or care access for underserved populations.
Awarded funds can be used for a range of programmatic efforts, including but not limited to community outreach, preventive education, expanding screening services, and building capacity to address health disparities. Some proposals might focus on direct service delivery, while others could invest in planning, coordination, or collaborations that enhance system-level impact. Funding may also support initiatives that reduce barriers to care—for example, transportation assistance, patient navigation services, or culturally appropriate education.
Grant amounts vary by program and are scaled to the scope and potential impact of proposed work. Some opportunities provide modest operational support, while others may offer larger multi-year investments to sustain impactful programs. Application periods occur throughout the year with defined timelines for submission and review. Prospective applicants are encouraged to review current criteria and deadlines to determine if their work and community focus are a good fit for the funding priorities being offered.
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