Request for Grant Reviewers: Community Grants Program

The UW Carbone Cancer Center’s Community Outreach and Engagement team is seeking reviewers for our inaugural Community Grants Program (2025–2026), which will fund local projects that reduce cancer burden through prevention, early detection, education, and support. A total of $50,000 will be awarded in grants of $2,500–$10,000 to community-driven initiatives following the Wisconsin Road Show 2025.

Projects should reflect local needs, involve community members in planning and implementation, and address social factors influencing cancer risk and care.
If you are interested in serving as a reviewer or would like more information, please contact Meredith Turany mturany@wisc.edu

Key Features:
• Total Funding Available: $50,000
• Grant Size: $2,500 – $10,000 per project
• Focus Areas: Cancer prevention, education, early detection, risk reduction, and community support
• Who Can Apply: Community organizations such as coalitions, neighborhood groups, or civic leadership
• Community-Led Approach: Applicants must involve community members in identifying local needs and leading the planning and implementation process
• Carbone is a partner: The Carbone Cancer Center will not implement the project; rather, the Carbone Cancer Center will provide funding, resources (data, speakers, best practices etc.), and technical support throughout.