Colorectal Cancer Screening Support Fund

Colorectal cancer starts as a polyp, or small collection of abnormal cells. Polyps do not cause any noticeable symptoms, but screening tests can find polyps so they may be removed before turning into cancer. Screening tests also help detect colorectal cancer earlier, when treatment works best. The CDC recommends regular colorectal cancer screening for all adults beginning at age 45, or earlier if recommended by your healthcare provider.

Our Colorectal Cancer Screening Support Fund (CCSSF) provides one-time, mini-grants to residents of Washington County, Maine, who need financial assistance to access colorectal screening tests - including fees associated with the test itself or transportation to access screening services - and for whom a one-time grant of up to $1,000 will ensure access to needed screening. 

If you are aged 45 years or older and have no healthcare coverage, are underinsured, or face high co-pays or deductibles with your health insurance plan, our Colorectal Cancer Screening Support Fund (CCSSF) can help. The Fund provides mini-grants for Washington County residents who need financial assistance to access colorectal screening tests - including fees associated with the test itself or transportation to access screening services - and for whom a one-time grant of less than $1,000 will ensure access to needed screening. 

CLICK HERE for application guidelines

CLICK HERE to download a grant application

For questions or assistance with completing your application, contact us at CancerNavigation@HealthyAcadia.org.

The Colorectal Cancer Screening Support Fund is supported by a grant from Maine Cancer Foundation. Maine Cancer Foundation’s grant is offered as part of their ongoing efforts to reduce cancer incidence and mortality in Maine. They have awarded over $12 million since 2015 in support cancer prevention, early detection and screening, and access to care for all Mainers. To learn more about Maine Cancer Foundation, visit www.mainecancer.org, or contact Katelyn Michaud, katelyn@mainecancer.org, 207.773.2533.