Funding Amount

Not stated

Deadline

Expected ~October

Based on past cycles

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle
Quarterly
Current deadline
October 8, 2026
Tracked since
April 2026

From the program guidelines: “Submit Quarterly Financial and Patient Summary reports”

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Geography

  • Geographic Scope: Services must occur within the State of Indiana for Indiana residents only
  • Reimbursement is based on current Medicare rates

Required status

  • 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status

Other requirements

  • Focus Areas: Screening and diagnostic services for uninsured or underinsured women and men in financial need
  • Requirements
  • Must help fulfill unmet breast health and breast cancer patient support needs in the community
  • Organizations may submit one application per grant type per facility

Overview

IBCAT invests hundreds of thousands of dollars each year for breast cancer screening, diagnostic and support programs in communities throughout Indiana. Funds are raised through the Indiana breast cancer license plate and other donations.

Eligibility

  • Organization Type: U.S. nonprofit (federally tax-exempt) 501(c)(3) organizations
  • Geographic Scope: Services must occur within the State of Indiana for Indiana residents only
  • Focus Areas: Screening and diagnostic services for uninsured or underinsured women and men in financial need
  • Requirements:
    • Must help fulfill unmet breast health and breast cancer patient support needs in the community
    • Organizations may submit one application per grant type per facility
    • Reimbursement is based on current Medicare rates
    • Funding limits apply (see application for details)

Grant Requirements

Funded projects require:

  • Signed grant contract with IBCAT
  • Quarterly Financial and Patient Summary reports
  • Six-Month Progress Report
  • Final Year-End Report
  • Grant period: January 1 - December 31, 2026

Background

Since 2005, IBCAT has provided over $7.5 million in screening, diagnostic and support services. The organization maintains administrative costs of 12% (below the 25% gold standard), with 88 cents of every dollar raised going to patient services and mission-related expenses.

How to Apply

Application Process

Important Dates:

  • Grant Application Due (Hard Copy): Thursday, October 9, 2025 (delivered by mail)
  • Electronic Copy Due: Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 6:00 pm CST
  • Email Address: info@breastcancerplate.org
  • Award Announcements: By December 15, 2025
  • Grant Period: January 1 - December 31, 2026

Application Materials Available:

  1. 2026 Breast Health Services Application
  2. 2026 Breast Health Services Program Guidelines (required reading)
  3. Grant Writing Manual (additional tips for preparation)

Submission Instructions:

  1. Download 2026 Breast Health Services Application and Guidelines
  2. Download Grant Writing Manual for additional guidance
  3. Complete application thoroughly
  4. Submit hard copy by mail to arrive no later than October 9, 2025
  5. Submit electronic copy via email to info@breastcancerplate.org by October 8, 2025 at 6:00 pm CST

Required Documentation:

  • Proof of 501(c)(3) federal tax-exempt status
  • Completed application per guidelines
  • References to Medicare reimbursement rates (see application)
  • Facility information (if applicable for multiple facilities)

Post-Award Requirements:

  • Sign grant contract with IBCAT
  • Submit Quarterly Financial and Patient Summary reports
  • Submit Six-Month Progress Report
  • Submit Final Year-End Report

What Indiana Breast Cancer Awareness Trust actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2025

Grants in 2025
14
Total given
$224K
Median grant
$12K
Range
$6,442–$30K
  • By dollars: Indiana 96%, Kentucky 4%. Top recipient cities: Indianapolis, IN; Franklin, IN; Granger, IN.
  • 0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
  • 14% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.

Example grants

  • Johnson County Health Department · Franklin, IN

    Funding related to breast cancer diagnosis and treatment

    $30K

  • United Health Services · Granger, IN

    Funding related to breast cancer diagnosis and treatment

    $27K

  • YWCA Greater Lafayette · Lafayette, IN

    Funding related to breast cancer diagnosis and treatment

    $25K

  • Parkview Hospital Inc · Fort Wayne, IN

    Funding related to breast cancer diagnosis and treatment

    $22K

  • Gennesaret Free Clinic · Indianapolis, IN

    Funding related to breast cancer diagnosis and treatment

    $22K

IRS Form 990, 2025. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Cancer
  • Healthcare
  • Community health
  • Nonprofits

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