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Breast Health Fund

SUPERIOR HEALTH FOUNDATION

Foundation Rolling (Quarterly) Grants for Cancer NonprofitsHardship Grants

Funding Amount

Up to $2,500

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Breast Health Fund

Funder: Superior Health Foundation (in partnership with Marquette County Health Department; grant support from M.E. Davenport Foundation)

Geographic Scope: Upper Peninsula of Michigan (7 counties served as of October 2025)

Overview: Direct cash assistance program providing financial aid to individuals with breast cancer facing medical expenses, helping alleviate financial burden of treatment.

Award Amount: Up to $2,500 per individual

Eligibility:

  • Individuals diagnosed with breast cancer

  • Limited income requirement

  • U.P. residents
  • Impact (October 2024 - October 2025):

  • Over $40,000 distributed

  • 17 individuals supported

  • 7 counties served
  • Purpose: Provides direct financial assistance to eligible individuals with limited income facing breast health-related medical expenses

    Application Process: Apply through superiorhealthfoundation.org; administered in partnership with Marquette County Health Department

    Funding Support: Supported through donor sponsorships (Paint the Peninsula Pink calendar) and M.E. Davenport Foundation grant

    Contact: superiorhealthfoundation.org or Marquette County Health Department

    How to Apply

    How to Apply

    1. Contact SHF or Marquette County Health Department: Inquire about application process through superiorhealthfoundation.org
    2. Verify Eligibility: Confirm breast cancer diagnosis and limited income status
    3. Submit Application: Provide required documentation of medical expenses and income information
    4. Review and Approval: SHF staff reviews applications
    5. Receive Assistance: Approved applicants receive direct cash assistance up to $2,500

    Support Opportunities: Community members can sponsor days on SHF's PINK calendar (all proceeds support the fund) at superiorhealthfoundation.org

    Contact: superiorhealthfoundation.org

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    cancerhardship

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