Apply for a grant

The Community Partnership Program supports projects that address local, community-led cancer-related needs in Oregon. Our grants fund projects anywhere along the cancer continuum from prevention and early detection to survivorship. As of January 2024, the program has invested more than $7.3M in 205 projects across Oregon, which includes $5.4M in grant awards. 

Review community grants

Twice annually the Community Partnership Program seeks people with experience working with Oregon communities on health issues (ideally cancer-related) who are interested in reviewing Community Partnership Program grant applications. Apply to review grants in a future cycle.

Get involved in cancer research advocacy

Scientific Research Advocates are volunteers with a personal connection to cancer who are passionate about helping translate research findings into meaningful outcomes for patients and their families. Advocates provide feedback on grant applications, participate on advisory committees, write letters of support, and more. 

Participate in the Healthy Oregon Project

The Healthy Oregon Project aims to learn about the health and wellness of people in and around Oregon. We want to learn more about how a person’s genetics, environment, and behaviors affect the risk of chronic disease, including cancer. Learn more and enroll.

Receive assistance with a community project

Community members may receive a free 60-minute consultation with a Community Research Liaison to learn about project assistance and resources including: working with an academic collaborator, evidence-based interventions project design and idea development, program evaluation planning, finding funding, and more.  Learn about the Project Assistance Program and request a consultation.

Help your community address specific cancer needs

We help communities identify local strengths, gaps, and resources to address community-specific cancer issues through research, education, and outreach. Learn about our current initiatives and how we can help.

Submit a sponsorship request

We partner with local cancer advocacy groups and organizations to sponsor community fundraising events, educational conferences, health fairs, screenings, and more. View our application form.

Get internship experience

The OHSU Knight Cancer Institute provides a variety of internship opportunities for high school, undergraduate and graduate students. Check out our programs.