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Florida Breast Cancer Foundation

The Florida Breast Cancer Foundation (FBCF), along with those who generously support us with their talent, time and resources, is working to better the lives of those facing Breast Cancer in the Florida community. Grants are awarded in support of innovative education and research programs throughout Florida.

The Florida Breast Cancer Foundation strives to fund breast cancer research projects that have the potential to make a significant impact on breast cancer, particularly in multidisciplinary and/or multi-institutional collaborations. The FBCF believes that collaborative research is the path to making extraordinary leaps in the future of breast cancer, and by working together, we will make a difference and change the breast cancer landscape.

As we work to end the suffering caused by breast cancer, FBCF continues to fund research that will reduce mortality rates, decrease chances of metastatis or relapse, improve current treatments, as well as provide pathways to discovering new therapies.

The Florida Breast Cancer Foundation is currently offering scientific grants for Pilot Program research projects, with a maximum of $100,000 for a one-year project. Preference will be given to new/first-time applicants, as well as to research applications that demonstrate a collaborative and integrated multidisciplinary approach. The committee reserves the right to place limitations on awards.Innovative projects can be in the areas of: basic, clinical, and translational breast cancer research and novel epidemiological studies of breast cancer, research on possible links between breast cancer and the environment, and psycho-immunological research as examples.

2026 Priority Areas

1. Basic, clinical (including novel diagnostic/therapeutic modalities), and translational breast cancer research.
2. Understanding the links between environmental factors and breast cancer in Florida.
3. Novel epidemiological studies to provide insight on opportunities for improving breast cancer detection and treatment in Florida.
4. Psycho-immunologic mechanisms and breast cancer progression: implications for improving outcomes.
5. Innovative awards and idea grants.

All applications must cover at least one of the priority areas.

2026 Special Emphasis Areas

Vulnerable/at-risk populations

Comorbidities/treatment-related adverse side effects

Novel targets

Cancer immunotherapy

Genetic screening and risk assessment

2026 Statement of Need

The Florida Breast Cancer Foundation supports unique research projects or ideas (from small- to large-scale) that specifically focus on scientific and clinical breast cancer issues, which, if successfully addressed, could ultimately revolutionize the understanding and/or treatment of breast cancer and move us closer to the goal of eradicating the disease.

The critical components of this award mechanism are as follows:

Impact: The most important aspect of the grant is the potential of the proposed research to have a radical, revolutionary impact on an area of paramount importance in breast cancer. The potential impact may be near-term or long-term, but it must be transformative. It is the responsibility of the applicant to clearly and explicitly articulate the potential impact on breast cancer, including how it would be transformative.

Research Question: Research proposed under the grant must address an underexplored issue of critical significance in breast cancer. The FBCF particularly encourages applications that focus on less explored or poorly understood areas that are of high importance in breast cancer, such as those related to prevention, susceptibility, protection, recurrence, and metastasis. The proposed work must be based on a sound overall research strategy and may be from any discipline or combination of disciplines.

New Investigators and multi-disciplinary research teams: New investigators are considered to be in the first three years of a tenure-track position, or an equivalent independent research appointment, at their institution. Multi-disciplinary research teams can be composed of investigators from all levels but should involve expertise from at least two or more different disciplines, such as a basic cancer biologist teamed with a medical oncologist or a chemist.

Important Dates:

November 3, 2025	Announcement of RFP
December 12, 2025	Letter of Intent (LOI) due
February 13, 2026	Proposal Due
June 2026	Announcement Award Recipients
July 1, 2026	Grant Cycle Begins
June 30, 2027	End of Grant Cycle

AI Based Application Success Predictor

1. Strong Alignment With FBCF’s Mission and Florida Impact

FBCF places very high priority on impact for Floridians.

Successful applications clearly demonstrate:

Direct relevance to breast cancer (basic, translational, clinical, behavioral, or community research).

Benefit to Florida residents, including underserved/at-risk groups.

Partnerships with Florida institutions, health systems, or communities.

Predictor: Proposals that explicitly tie outcomes to Florida’s breast cancer burden score significantly higher.

2. Fit to the Correct Funding Mechanism

FBCF offers several programs:

🔹 Scientific Research Grants

Support innovative, early-stage, high-impact breast cancer research.

🔹 Education Grants

Support evidence-based educational programs for breast cancer awareness, detection, survivorship, disparities.

🔹 Community/Social Service Grants

Target patient navigation, support services, access to care, screening programs, especially in underserved communities.

Predictor: The most competitive proposals are tightly aligned to the chosen mechanism — not generic cancer or general health projects.

3. Innovation + High Potential Impact

FBCF strongly favors:

Novel scientific ideas

Unique mechanisms or therapeutic targets

High-risk/high-impact breast cancer research

Projects with translational potential

Community projects that change access, outcomes, or equity

They avoid incremental or low-impact research.

Predictor: Show clearly how your work addresses a critical gap and could meaningfully improve breast cancer outcomes.

4. Strong Preliminary Data (for Scientific Research Grants)

Highly successful proposals typically include:

Feasibility data

Pilot experiments

Proof-of-concept for methods or hypotheses

Use of patient samples, relevant models, or Florida databases

Predictor: Preliminary evidence is one of the strongest differentiators for research proposals.

5. Clear, Well-Defined Aims and Feasible Scope

FBCF grants are modest in size relative to NIH-level awards, so reviewers value:

1–2 focused, achievable Specific Aims

Realistic timelines (1–2 years)

Defined milestones and deliverables

Low-risk execution

Predictor: A tight, feasible plan is essential.

6. Strong Community Partnerships (for Education & Service Grants)

For non-scientific grants, the strongest applications demonstrate:

Partnerships with Florida health departments, clinics, nonprofits

Recruitment capacity

Cultural and linguistic tailoring

Community-based participatory approaches

Built-in evaluation plans (KPIs, metrics, outcomes)

Predictor: Community engagement strengthens competitiveness.

7. Addressing Health Disparities

FBCF places major emphasis on:

Reducing disparities in breast cancer incidence, late diagnosis, and mortality

Serving rural populations, minorities, uninsured/underinsured, low-income communities

Improving access to screening, genetic counseling, treatment navigation

Predictor: Proposals with a disparities focus gain significant advantage.

8. Strong Team, Mentorship, and Institutional Support

Winning applications often include:

Demonstrated expertise in the proposed topic

Access to essential facilities, core resources, community partners

Support letters from leadership

For early-career applicants: evidence of mentorship and career trajectory

Predictor: Institutional backing increases reviewer confidence.

9. Detailed, Compliant Budget & Justification

FBCF reviewers expect:

Direct costs tied tightly to the project

No unnecessary budget padding

Justified personnel effort

Clear linkage between budget items and aims

Predictor: Budgets that are lean, reasonable, and aligned with scope score better.

10. Clear Writing, Organization, and Evaluation Plan

Applications with the highest scores typically:

Are very clearly written

Include strong significance statements

Use data/figures to illustrate rationale

Provide measurable outcomes and evaluation metrics

Follow all formatting and submission rules exactly

Predictor: Good writing and compliance strongly influence reviewer enthusiasm.

🏆 Summary Table

Success Predictor	Why It Matters
Florida-centered impact	Required for mission alignment
Correct grant mechanism	Ensures proper expectations
Innovation + impact	FBCF funds transformative ideas
Preliminary data	Shows feasibility
Focused aims & scope	Fits 1–2 year funding limits
Community partnerships	Critical for education/service grants
Health disparities focus	Major priority for FBCF
Strong team/mentorship	Increases confidence in execution
Realistic budget	Fits FBCF award levels
Clear, compelling writing	Improves reviewer scoring

Specialties

Cancer

Oncology

Gynecology

Others

Eligibility Requirements

Only Florida-based non-profit community-based organizations that are tax-exempt under Internal Revenue Code section 501(c)(3), Florida governmental entities, Florida-based tax-exempt educational institutions, and Indian tribes within the State of Florida are eligible to apply for funding. Organizations registered as 501(c)(3) entities outside of Florida are eligible to apply if a physical presence is maintained within the state of Florida that is open and fully operating for 12 months a year. All activities funded through this competition must occur in Florida. All work must occur, and all funds must be spent in Florida at the applicant organization and any collaborating entities within Florida. Applications must be submitted in English.

Restrictions

Applicants must ensure that all past and current FBCF grants or awards are up-to-date and in compliance with FBCF’s contract and reporting requirements. If the organization has an open Scientific award with FBCF, the award must be current and due to be completed by the end of the grant period to be eligible to apply for the new grant cycle.
Research must be conducted in the State of Florida.
Funds will be limited to $100,000 for 1 year, including a maximum of 20% for indirect costs.
Patient care costs and equipment costs are exempt from indirect costs (IDCs) calculations.
When calculating salaries, use the most current NIH cap.
LOI must be submitted by the due date. Grants that do not submit an LOI will not be accepted. Note that submission of an LOI is non-binding.
If the applicant or any of its key employees, directors, officers, or agents are convicted of fraud or any crime involving other financial or administrative impropriety within the preceding 12 months, the applicant is not eligible to apply for a grant during the current funding cycle, and will not be eligible to apply for a new grant until the applicant can demonstrate that appropriate remedial measures have been implemented to mitigate any criminal conduct occurring in the future.

Eligible Countries:

United States

Sponsor Details

Sponsor Institute/Organizations: Florida Breast Cancer Foundation

Sponsor Type: Corporate/Non-Profit

Address: 11900 Biscayne Blvd, Suite 288 North Miami, FL 33181

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