2027 Impact Grants Track 2: Community Projects
This grant funds rural community projects focused on cancer prevention and early detection to reduce disparities, emphasizing direct impact, cultural sensitivity, and sustainable local partnerships.
Funder: Prevent Cancer Foundation
Due Dates: May 20, 2026: Full application deadline (applications close at 5:00 p.m. ET)
Funding Amounts: $100,000 total per award ($50,000 per year for 2 years)
Summary: Supports community-driven projects focused on cancer prevention and early detection in rural U.S. communities to reduce disparities.
Key Information: Applicants must be rural-based organizations with annual operating budgets between $1M–$8M.
Description
This opportunity supports community projects dedicated to reducing cancer disparities in rural America, with a focus on cancer prevention and early detection. Funded by the Prevent Cancer Foundation, Track 2 of the 2027 Impact Grants cycle aims to empower organizations embedded within rural communities to address unique needs and barriers faced by these populations. All cancer types are eligible, and projects should emphasize direct community impact, culturally sensitive care, and partnership with local organizations. The grant is designed to foster sustainable, community-driven solutions that can measurably reduce cancer incidence and mortality in underserved rural areas.
