We are pleased to announce the release of the second round of CONNECT-funded Pilot Programs! This initiative includes $20,000 that will be awarded to three recipients for one-year projects aiming to improve colorectal cancer screening in Texas. Please refer to the Request for Proposals (RFP) and supporting documents, linked below, as well as the key dates.

Key Dates:

Submission Deadline: 5pm (CT) on April 15, 2026

Notification Date: June 5, 2026

Project Start Date: September 1, 2026

Request for proposals
Budget Template
Deliverables Table Template
Deliverables Table Example

Spring 2026 in Dallas/Ft Worth, San Antonio, Houston, and Lubbock. Dates TBD.

Fight CRC is looking to hear directly from individuals who are willing to share their stories. If you—or someone you know—have faced delays or barriers in clinical trials, struggled to access research or resources tied to NIH funding, or simply want to speak out about how these cuts affect the fight against colorectal cancer, then I’d love to connect you with their communications team. Your voice could help highlight why this matters and push for the changes we need. If you’re interested, please reach out to me directly to Paula Chambers Raney at Paula@fightcrc.org.