BCCSIP Application Deadline Extended until Nov. 1
UPDATE: We have extended the application deadline until Nov. 1 at 11:59 pm (PT) (midnight). For those who already submitted applications, you can also go back and do any updates to your application until the new deadline. Please make sure that you complete the application according to the directions. In some places, you are required […]
CureTalks with Dr. Michael Potter
Dr. Potter explains the basics of colorectal cancer, including the number of patients being diagnosed, and the difference between colon, rectal, or anal cancer.
BCCSIP application cycle closes Oct. 27!
The jointly administered (C4, DHCS, CDPH) Breast & Colorectal Cancer Screening Implementation Project (BCCSIP) Cycle 2 applications close on October 27. The allowable budget has been raised up to $20,000 per award. To apply, click here.
BCCSIP Cycle 2 – Application Training Recording Available
Learn more about our currently open grant application cycle.
Event Video-Light the Capitol Blue
Event Video-Light the Capitol Blue held on May 18, 2023.
BCCSIP Cycle I Funding Announcement
The Breast and Colorectal Cancer Screening Implementation Project (BCCSIP) FY22-23 reflects a collaborative effort between the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) Every Woman Counts (EWC) program, the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Comprehensive Cancer Control Program (CCCP), the California Dialogue on Cancer (CDOC), and the California Colorectal Cancer Coalition (C4). This project is […]
2021-25 CA Comprehensive Cancer Control Plan
Many of the C4 Board offered their expertise to help guide the development and write sections of the current California State Cancer Plan. While much of our focus was on colorectal cancer, we also helped with the development of many other sections. If you would like to see the current CRC strategies (or information on […]
NPR Interview with Board Member Dr. TR Levin on the Importance of Getting Screened
One estimate suggests colorectal cancer will be the number one cancer killer of those under 45 by 2023.
Community Awareness Event – Firestone Walker Invitational Beer Festival – June 3rd
C4 is providing educational materials to an upcoming festival in Paso Robles (central, almost coastal CA) that will be encouraging people to get screened for colorectal cancer. After all, beer lovers need to be screened just like everyone else! This sold out – by invitation only – international event expects 4000 people and provides a […]
Light the Capitol Blue – May 18, 2023
C4 represented at the state Capitol for our Colorectal Cancer Awareness event on May 18, 2023. We brought the inflatable colon (sometimes called the mega colon because it is 30ft long), along with a variety of public health organizations celebrating colorectal cancer awareness. Check out a brief gallery of photos from the event.