Funding Priorities

The Mid-Michigan Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure is currently accepting applications for evidence-based breast health/breast cancer programs that support and promote access to and utilization of breast health services across the continuum of care.

Eligibility:

• Provide breast health/breast cancer services or financial support within the continuum of care and recovery. The continuum of care cycle includes education, screening, diagnosis, treatment and post-diagnosis/survivorship.
• Provide current, U.S. non-profit status (i.e. 501c3) certification for the applying organization (includes health departments, government and educational institutions; faith-based organizations, etc.)
• Reside and serve women and patients in the Affiliate's seven-county service area of Ingham, Eaton, Clinton, Shiawassee, Jackson, Livingston and Washtenaw counties.

Mission Priorities:

• Promote breast health awareness and the importance of screening and improving the continuum of care for women in Ingham, Eaton, Clinton, Shiawassee, Jackson, Livingston and Washtenaw counties.
• Provide eligible women in the seven-county service area, who are uninsured and underinsured ages 40-49, with the ability to obtain a potentially life-saving mammogram.
• Provide breast cancer survivors with programs offering emotional, social and physical support during and following breast cancer treatment.

 
Community Profile for Download

The 2011 Komen Mid-Michigan Community Profile is a needs assessment document that provides an overview of Komen’s grant-making priorities and the breast health needs in our service area. Please familiarize yourself with this document before developing your applications.