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Beti Thompson¹, Stephanie Ondelacy, Ruby Godina

¹Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, 1100 Fairview Avenue North, M3-B232, PO Box 19024, Seattle, WA 98109-1024, USA. bthompso@fhcrc.org

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A community grants program successfully funded novel cancer prevention initiatives for Hispanics in the Lower Yakima Valley. While positively received, program sustainability remains a concern for future community-based research.

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Community-based participatory research
Public health
Cancer disparities

Background:

Community-based participatory research (CBPR) emphasizes community involvement in all research stages.
Addressing health disparities in cancer education, prevention, and treatment is crucial for underserved populations.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate a small grants program designed to foster community participation in cancer research.
To assess the impact of community-driven projects on cancer disparities among Hispanics in the Lower Yakima Valley.

Main Methods:

A Request for Applications (RFA) was distributed to solicit proposals for cancer-related community projects.
A Community Advisory Board (CAB) provided input on project progress via semi-structured interviews.
Ten small grants, ranging from $2,500-$3,500, were awarded over four years, totaling approximately $25,000.

Main Results:

The small grants program funded ten community-proposed projects addressing cancer disparities.
Projects focused on cancer education, prevention, and treatment within the Hispanic community.
CAB interviews indicated positive reception of the program, with noted concerns regarding long-term sustainability.

Conclusions:

The community grants program effectively facilitated the implementation of innovative cancer prevention programs.
Community-based participatory research models can successfully engage local organizations in addressing health disparities.
Future efforts should consider strategies to ensure the sustainability of community-led health initiatives.