The Breast and Cervical Cancer Project (BC26) funding opportunity by the Ohio Department of Health supports initiatives to improve cancer prevention, early detection, and treatment coordination across four designated regions in Ohio. Applications for the fiscal year 2026 funding period, running from June 30, 2025, to June 29, 2026, are due electronically via the Grants Management Information System (GMIS) by 4:00 p.m. on January 27, 2025. Subrecipients from the 2025 competitive application process are eligible to apply. Grants range from $270,120 to $564,190 per region, with a total funding pool of $1,727,364, including a $75,000 allocation for the North Region to manage treatment clients.

The program focuses on increasing screening access, reducing disparities, and providing treatment coordination for eligible women. Priority populations include economically disadvantaged individuals, minorities, and those residing in underserved areas. Deliverables include educational outreach, mobile screening events, and leveraging partnerships to address barriers such as transportation, food security, and medical costs. Applicants must submit comprehensive program narratives, SMART-IE objectives, and work plans detailing progress, barriers, and strategies to meet defined goals.

Grant funds may cover personnel, equipment, travel, and operational expenses directly related to program objectives. Unallowable costs include entertainment, lobbying, and capital improvements. Recipients must comply with ODH's Grants Administration Policies and Procedures (OGAPP) and submit monthly and quarterly reports detailing program activities and expenditures. The final expenditure report, due by August 5, 2026, must reconcile all grant-funded activities and unused funds.

Applications must also include updates on equity and disparity reduction efforts, using the Evidence of Health Equity Strategies Checklist. Data must demonstrate how the program addresses health inequities and supports targeted populations. Partnerships with community organizations, health systems, and non-traditional entities are strongly encouraged to enhance program reach and impact.

Recipients must adhere to specific reporting schedules, maintain data security and confidentiality, and ensure compliance with federal and state regulations. Failure to meet reporting standards may jeopardize future funding. For further guidance, applicants can contact Erica Miller or refer to resources available on the ODH website.