Cancer Plan Implementation Funding Announcement September 2, 2015 Background: The New Hampshire Comprehensive Cancer Collaboration (NH CCC), managed by the Foundation for Healthy Communities, is a partnership of individuals and organizations committed to reducing the burden of cancer, the leading cause of death in New Hampshire (NH). NH CCC is governed by a Board of Directors. The 2015-2020 New Hampshire Comprehensive Cancer Control Plan serves as the blueprint that will guide activities toward achieving the three overarching goals of the Plan: Goal 1: Foster communities and systems that support and reinforce healthy lifestyles. o Targeted efforts toward public policy as well as community and organizational systems change o Areas of interest:! tobacco use! tanning! healthy eating and active living! breastfeeding! HPV vaccine Goal 2: Prevent and detect cancer at its earliest stage. o Address health equity & improving health systems to navigate patients and improve community-clinical linkages o Areas of interest:! breast, cervical, and colon cancer screening! informed decision making for lung and prostate cancer Goal 3: Optimize quality of life for those affected by cancer. o Focus on improving access to high quality health services through policy, system and environmental strategies that promote access to comprehensive and cutting-edge treatments & services.
o Areas of interest:! Access to quality diagnostic & treatment services! Clinical trials / research! Palliative care! Survivorship programs! End of life care These three goals were developed with the recognition that: o There is a link between health status and where people live o Communities that support healthy lifestyles will have better health outcomes o Efforts that support policy, community and organizational systems interventions, or environmental changes are effective and sustainable strategies to improve population health outcomes. o Screening at appropriate intervals can prevent and detect some types of cancer at early stages o Screening rate disparities exist in NH o Improving the health and well-being of cancer patients, their families and caregivers begins at the time of diagnosis and continues across the natural trajectory of the disease. Three Task Forces (Equity, Quality of Life, and Shared Decision Making) are currently engaged in activities related to objectives in the Cancer Plan. The Task Forces represent themes that cross cut all three goals of the Plan. Two co-leaders facilitate the meetings and activities of each Task Force. NH CCC originated in 2003 through the National Comprehensive Cancer Control Program s effort to reduce the burden of cancer using a collaborative approach within communities when partners combine, share, and coordinate resources to reduce the burden of cancer. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention fund states, territories and tribes to address cancer. Additional information about the NH CCC is available at www.nhcancerplan.org. Purpose: The purpose of this funding for 2015-16 is to support evidence-based strategies or promising practices that are directly linked to objectives identified in the NH Cancer Plan and will advance the implementation of the Plan. Activities must use a policy, systems or environmental change (PSE) strategy that offers opportunities to further develop community partnerships and/or advance health equity. (Examples of PSE approaches are listed on page 5.) The 2015-2020 NH Comprehensive Cancer Control Plan includes 15 objectives.
Approved proposal activities must be completed by Thursday, June 30, 2016, and all funds awarded must be spent by June 30, 2016. Cost extensions will not be granted, and budget revisions must be approved by no later than Friday, May 13. In 2015, $20,000 is available for Implementation Funding awards. Eligible Applicants: Proposals will only be accepted from individuals who can cite active or prior participation in the Collaboration. Budget narratives must clearly justify funds requested based on proposal of work engaging the Collaboration. Funding Awards (total of $20,000) Award 1: Available only to current Task Force Co-Leaders Pairs of Task Force Co-Leaders are eligible to apply for $1,000 for Task Force Implementation funding to address an activity from the work plan that supports the pending work of the Task Force. Award 2: Available to Collaboration Members and Task Force Co-Leaders (if the activity warrants a higher award) Up to $17,000 is available for proposals from applicants that can cite active or prior participation in the work of the Collaboration. Proposals will be reviewed based on alignment with the strategies and objectives of the NH Cancer Plan. A non-profit organization must be identified on the cover sheet to serve as the fiscal agent for the proposal. Funding may only be used to serve the population of NH.
Timeline: September 2, 2015 September 25, 2015 October 8, 2015 October 15, 2015 October 30, 2015 May 13, 2016 June 30, 2016 July 29, 2016 Request for Proposals issued Required Letter of Intent due. Use template posted at http://www.nhcancerplan.org/index.php/featured-content/250- loi-september-2015-funding-opportunity. Deadline to submit questions (in writing via email only to RFlynn@dhhs.state.nh.us. Please do not ask questions by phone call or verbal request. All questions and answers will be posted at www.nhcancerplan.org. Proposals due via email only by 4 pm to: RFlynn@dhhs.state.nh.us Regina Flynn Selected applicants will be notified Deadline for re-budgeting Projects must be completed and funds spent Final written and financial report due Proposal Outline, Forms, and Review Criteria These forms* will be sent to those who submit the required Letter of Intent using the template provided athttp://www.nhcancerplan.org/index.php/featured-content/250- loi-september-2015-funding-opportunity.! Cover Page (see form*)! Proposal Narrative (no more than 5 pages in size 11 font, and at least 1 in. margins)! Work plan (see form*)! Budget (see form*) Funds may not be used for indirect costs! Budget Narrative (Provide descriptive explanation for each budget item; Include description of other income sources either secured or pending) Exclusions/Limitations: The grant program s current guidelines preclude support for:! Funding of ongoing staff positions. However, contract staff positions will be considered for funding. Funding of positions cannot supplant existing funds.! Funding of activities that serve populations outside of NH! Individuals! Endowments! Capital campaigns
! Organizations that advocate, support or practice discrimination based on race, religion, age, national origin, language, sex, sexual preference, or physical handicap! Religious purposes! Food and beverages! Medical services/equipment, screening tests, labs, or supplies.! Fundraising! Lobbying Examples of using Policy, Systems and Environmental Change approaches! Add night/weekend healthcare provider office hours! Electronic Health Record changes to improve patient outcomes! Incorporate sidewalks and recreation areas into community design! Offer healthy vending machine options! Create a tobacco-free campus Policy, Systems and Environment definitions and examples: http://www.naccho.org/topics/hpdp/mcah/upload/issuebrief_pse_webfinal.pdf Proposal Review Criteria At least three individuals will review each proposal to ensure that it addresses the purpose of this funding opportunity and evaluate how well it meets the criteria listed below:! There is a clear and concise explanation of how the project is linked to implementation of at least one objective in the 2015-2020 NH Comprehensive Cancer Control Plan.! The proposed activities use a PSE approach! The applicant is a prior or active participant in at least one of the NH CCC s Task Forces or Committees.! The proposal will advance an objective in the 2015-2020 NH Cancer Plan or the work of an existing Task Force.! There is evidence of collaboration with other organizations.! The proposal aims to improve health equity! There is a well-defined, specific, and feasible work plan that the project will use to achieve its stated objectives.! Wherever possible, the project activities are supported by data and are drawn from proven and/or evidenced-based strategies.! The proposal demonstrates the applicant s ability to successfully implement the project.! The timeline is realistic for completing activities by June 30, 2015.
! The budget is realistic, consistent with project objectives, and organized to reflect contributions by all organizations involved.! The proposal offers opportunities to leverage other funds.! The proposal demonstrates that the project does not duplicate any other services already available in the community.! The letter of intent is submitted on time.! The proposal meets page limit, font, and margin criteria.! Commitment to share project results! The applicant has a record of successful completion of any prior projects Funding Status: The status of proposed projects will fall within one of three categories: Funded The proposal is funded in full with no budgetary or programmatic modifications recommended by the review team. Funded with Modifications The proposal is funded, but with budgetary or programmatic conditions. Unable to Fund The proposal will not be funded. Funding Awards Funds will be awarded to applicants contingent upon availability of funds at the Foundation for Healthy Communities (FHC). The FHC provides management services for the NH CCC through a contract with the NH Division of Public Health Services. Selected applicants will be asked to sign a letter of agreement (LOA) with the FHC. Note that funds may be awarded in divided payments. Selected applicants for larger awards will be asked to report progress regularly to the NH Division of Public Health Services. Payments will be made to the identified fiscal agent. Failure to submit the final report by July 29, 2016 could disqualify an applicant from eligibility for future funding opportunities.