​​Breast Cancer Research and Education Trust Fund

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​The Breast Cancer Research and Education Trust Fund offers community grants in support of local efforts designed to reduce the incidence of breast cancer. These efforts target the needs and challenges specific to underserved population groups and geographic regions.

Impact of the BCTF Grant Program

Since its inception in 1992, the BCTF grant program has empowered organizations and individuals dedicated to reducing breast cancer incidence and mortality in Kentucky. Through strategic funding, BCTF has helped drive meaningful change across communities, supporting initiatives that target the needs and challenges specific to underserved population groups and geographic regions.

By the Numbers:

  • ​Total Funds Awarded for FY2026: Over $400,000+ invested in transformative projects
  • Number of Grant Recipients for FY2026: 26 health departments and organizations supported
  • Years of Impact: 33+ years of fostering progress and innovation

Building a Legacy of Change

Each year, BCTF continues to invest in passionate leaders and organizations dedicated to making a difference. If you're interested in becoming a recipient, visit our grants page to learn more about eligibility and application deadlines

Meet Our Grant Recipients

The impact of BCTF funding is best seen through the incredible work of our grant recipients. Meet some of the changemakers spotlighted at our annual highlights meeting.​​​


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Kentucky Breast Cancer Awareness License Plate ​

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Kentucky drivers can raise awareness and show their support for breast cancer awareness by ordering the Pink Ribbon license plate from the Kentucky Department of Transportation website. ​

Displaying the Kentucky Breast Cancer Awareness license plate is a great way to raise awareness and show support for regular breast cancer screening and early detection. The Pink Ribbon license plate can be purchased at your local county clerk's office for $44. For every Breast Cancer Awareness license plate purchased $10 goes to the Breast Cancer Trust Fund. ​

Join us for the ​Virtual Grantee Spotlight 

You are cordially invited to a virtual Breast Cancer Trust Fund (BCTF) Grantee Spotlight on Wednesday, March 25, 2026 from 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. EST.

​This spotlight will allow you to get a glimpse into several Breast Cancer Trust Fund (BCTF) Grantees and the amazing things they were able to do with the award in carrying out the mission of BCTF to reduce breast cancer incidence and mortality in Kentucky.

The Grantees supported breast cancer awareness, research and screening throughout Kentucky, with individualized achievements and accomplishments for their unique communities.

If you are interested in attending this event, please register for this Zoom meeting.​   

​Community Grant Funding Opportunity​ Guidelines

All applicants must be a not-for-profit organization and may be asked to provide documentation stating such. Each applicant must also attend one mandatory virtual meeting before completion of the application, and registration is required.

​​Community Grant Funding Opportunities FY27

The BCTF will be accepting applications for FY27 funding from 10:00AM EST, Monday, October 13, 2025 through Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 11:59 PM EST. 

​Use the following link to access the application:   KDPH Division of Women's Health Breast Cancer Trust Fund Application

All applicants must be a not-for-profit organization and may need to provide documentation.

  • ​​Grant Period: FY27 (July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027) with max funding amount set at $30,000 - special consideration given to those whose grant amount requests exceed max funding due to the inclusion of multiple cities and/or larger populations.

Each applicant MUST attend ONE mandatory virtual meeting prior to completion of this application. Registration is required.

​Click on a link register for ONE of the mandatory meeting dates:

All times are Eastern Standard Time, EST. 

If you have questions related to the Breast Cancer Trust Fund application process, such as what type of projects it can cover or who is eligible to apply, please contact Program Coordinator Nicole Hartman at NicoleA.Hartman@ky.gov


​​Resources​​​​

The Community Guide EBI for Breast Cancer

Kentucky Breast Cancer Research and Education Trust Fund Who We Are Flyer​


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