Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening
This grant funds evidence-based breast and cervical cancer screening and navigation services for underserved women in Arkansas to improve early detection and outcomes.
Funder: Arkansas Department of Health
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $60,000 for one recipient; 1-year initial term, renewable up to 6 additional years (max 7 years total).
Summary: Supports increased breast and cervical cancer screening among low-income, underserved women in Arkansas through evidence-based interventions and direct clinical services.
Key Information: Only one application will be funded per cycle; must be a registered 501(c)(3) health facility serving Arkansas regions.
Description
This funding opportunity from the Arkansas Department of Health aims to improve early detection and outcomes for breast and cervical cancer among low-income, medically underserved women in Arkansas. The selected grantee will implement evidence-based strategies to reduce barriers to screening, provide direct clinical services (including clinical breast exams, Pap tests, HPV testing, and follow-up for abnormal results), offer patient navigation, distribute educational materials, enroll women in the BreastCare program, and collaborate on quality improvement initiatives. The grant is designed to expand access to no-cost screening and diagnostic services, working closely with healthcare systems across the state.
