Susan G. Komen for the Cure is the nation's largest private funders of research dedicated solely to breast cancer. Since the establishment of the Komen Maryland Affiliate in 1993, we have provided over $11 million dollars in grants targeted to women in the state who are medically underserved.
Komen Maryland is now accepting applications for 2009-2010 grant funding! Find out how to apply and download the full request for proposals (RFP).
Please review our Grantee Spotlight webpage.
Please look for our new RFP which will be posted in August, 2008. To be notified of the next RFP announcement, please contact the Grants and Education Program Manager at rmccoy@komenmd.org.
Nonprofit organizations, governmental agencies, and educational institutions in Maryland, with the exception of Prince George’s and Montgomery counties, are encouraged to apply. Small grants of up to $10,000 are available throughout the year.
2009-2010 Grant Cycle Timeline
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RFP posted to Web site
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August, 2008
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Grant Writing Workshops
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September, 2008
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Applications Due
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November 3, 2008, 4:00 p.m.
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Announcement of Grants Awarded
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March, 2009
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Award Start Date
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April 1, 2009
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Funding Priorities
- Underserved populations
- Foreign-born women
- Survivors of breast cancer who are under 40
- The un- and under-insured
Grants Categories
- Screening, Treatment and Education Program (STEP) grants are made for up to $75,000 and are projects geared toward the outreach, screening, treatment and program needs related to breast cancer.
- Clinical Research Affiliate Funded Trials (CRAFT) grants are made for up to $75,000 each year for two years and help address the need for more funding directed towards clinical trials at the local level. Most CRAFT grant awards are to support a clinical research nurse to increase accrual of patients into breast cancer clinical trials.
- Make a Difference (MAD) grants for Baltimore City and Western Maryland are available for up to $100,000 each year for two years. MAD proposals MUST provide a continuum of services, from outreach to screening to follow up. Prior to submission, prospective applicants must discuss their program idea with the Grants and Education Program Manager at Komen Maryland at 410-938-8990.
- Small grants of up to $10,000 are available year round. These grants are intended to be responsive to the breast health community. Contact 410-938-8990 to find out more.
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