ZERO Prostate Cancer Awards $250,000 in Community Grants to Advance Early Detection, Health Equity, and Local Support Services FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMedia Contact:Milayo Olufemi, Health Communications ManagerZERO Prostate Cancermilayo.olufemi@zerocancer.org | media@zerocancer.org ALEXANDRIA, Va.– ZERO Prostate Cancer (ZERO) announces the 2026 recipients of its Community Innovation Grant, sponsored by Bayer, awarding a total of $250,000 to five nonprofit organizations across the country working to improve early detection, expand access to quality care, and eliminate disparities in prostate cancer outcomes. Each organization will receive funding to implement community‑rooted initiatives that meet the most urgent needs of patients and families in their local areas.The Community Innovation Grant Program is designed to equitably strengthen the fight against prostate cancer at both national and local levels. Through partnerships with diverse community organizations, the program supports initiatives informed by primary and secondary research, community needs assessments, and on‑the‑ground experience. Funded activities include free prostate cancer screenings, culturally competent education and awareness efforts, patient navigation, and programs that improve care outcomes for historically underserved populations. This year’s grant recipients are: • The George Washington University, Washington, D.C. • UNC Health Foundation, Chapel Hill, NC• Michigan Men’s Health Foundation, Rochester, MI• Center for Change, Inc., Orlando, FL• Facing Our Risk of Cancer Empowered, Tampa, FLBayer supports this year’s Community Innovation Grant as part of ZERO’s broader Community Investment & Engagement strategy. “Local organizations play a vital role in saving lives, and these grants equip trusted community leaders with the resources needed to break down barriers, reach high‑risk men, and deliver meaningful support,” said Courtney Bugler, President and CEO of ZERO Prostate Cancer.“Community‑based organizations are often the first—and most trusted—line of support for men and families navigating prostate cancer,” said Nicole Dinello, VP Prostate Marketing at Bayer. “By supporting ZERO’s Community Innovation Grant Program, Bayer is committed to helping local leaders deliver meaningful, on‑the‑ground solutions that improve early detection, address disparities, and bring care closer to those who need it most.”The next grant cycle will open later this year, expanding opportunities for partners committed to advancing health equity and improving outcomes for men and families facing prostate cancer. About ZERO Prostate CancerZERO Prostate Cancer (ZERO) is on a mission to improve and save lives from prostate cancer through advocacy, education, awareness, and support. Formerly known as the National Prostate Cancer Coalition, ZERO was founded in 1996 to stand up for people impacted by prostate cancer. Today, ZERO serves as the nation's leading prostate cancer organization, advancing a future where prostate cancer detection is early, support is unwavering, and care is accessible to all. For over 30 years, ZERO has led the way in prostate cancer advocacy, screenings, and partnerships, successfully unlocking funding toward breakthrough discoveries, treatments, and lifesaving access to care. As the nation’s #1 provider of prostate cancer resources, programs, and services, ZERO has supported millions of people at-risk or diagnosed, and their families. As the voice of the prostate cancer community, ZERO's urgent focus on breaking barriers to survival—by closing gaps in diagnosis, treatment, and care—brings critical attention to those most likely to be impacted by this disease. Learn more at ZEROcancer.org More for Press & Media Press Releases Press Releases Explore our newsroom for press releases and official statements about ZERO's latest updates, achievements, and partnerships. Press & Media Inquiries Press & Media Inquiries See how to contact ZERO's media contacts for press inquiries, logo and brand guidelines, and our recent press releases. Media Kits Media Kits Find essential tools to enhance your storytelling and coverage about ZERO. Press Release
ZERO Prostate Cancer Awards $250,000 in Community Grants to Advance Early Detection, Health Equity, and Local Support Services
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMedia Contact:Milayo Olufemi, Health Communications ManagerZERO Prostate Cancermilayo.olufemi@zerocancer.org | media@zerocancer.org
ALEXANDRIA, Va.– ZERO Prostate Cancer (ZERO) announces the 2026 recipients of its Community Innovation Grant, sponsored by Bayer, awarding a total of $250,000 to five nonprofit organizations across the country working to improve early detection, expand access to quality care, and eliminate disparities in prostate cancer outcomes. Each organization will receive funding to implement community‑rooted initiatives that meet the most urgent needs of patients and families in their local areas.The Community Innovation Grant Program is designed to equitably strengthen the fight against prostate cancer at both national and local levels. Through partnerships with diverse community organizations, the program supports initiatives informed by primary and secondary research, community needs assessments, and on‑the‑ground experience. Funded activities include free prostate cancer screenings, culturally competent education and awareness efforts, patient navigation, and programs that improve care outcomes for historically underserved populations. This year’s grant recipients are: • The George Washington University, Washington, D.C. • UNC Health Foundation, Chapel Hill, NC• Michigan Men’s Health Foundation, Rochester, MI• Center for Change, Inc., Orlando, FL• Facing Our Risk of Cancer Empowered, Tampa, FLBayer supports this year’s Community Innovation Grant as part of ZERO’s broader Community Investment & Engagement strategy. “Local organizations play a vital role in saving lives, and these grants equip trusted community leaders with the resources needed to break down barriers, reach high‑risk men, and deliver meaningful support,” said Courtney Bugler, President and CEO of ZERO Prostate Cancer.“Community‑based organizations are often the first—and most trusted—line of support for men and families navigating prostate cancer,” said Nicole Dinello, VP Prostate Marketing at Bayer. “By supporting ZERO’s Community Innovation Grant Program, Bayer is committed to helping local leaders deliver meaningful, on‑the‑ground solutions that improve early detection, address disparities, and bring care closer to those who need it most.”The next grant cycle will open later this year, expanding opportunities for partners committed to advancing health equity and improving outcomes for men and families facing prostate cancer.
About ZERO Prostate CancerZERO Prostate Cancer (ZERO) is on a mission to improve and save lives from prostate cancer through advocacy, education, awareness, and support. Formerly known as the National Prostate Cancer Coalition, ZERO was founded in 1996 to stand up for people impacted by prostate cancer. Today, ZERO serves as the nation's leading prostate cancer organization, advancing a future where prostate cancer detection is early, support is unwavering, and care is accessible to all. For over 30 years, ZERO has led the way in prostate cancer advocacy, screenings, and partnerships, successfully unlocking funding toward breakthrough discoveries, treatments, and lifesaving access to care. As the nation’s #1 provider of prostate cancer resources, programs, and services, ZERO has supported millions of people at-risk or diagnosed, and their families. As the voice of the prostate cancer community, ZERO's urgent focus on breaking barriers to survival—by closing gaps in diagnosis, treatment, and care—brings critical attention to those most likely to be impacted by this disease. Learn more at ZEROcancer.org
More for Press & Media Press Releases Press Releases Explore our newsroom for press releases and official statements about ZERO's latest updates, achievements, and partnerships. Press & Media Inquiries Press & Media Inquiries See how to contact ZERO's media contacts for press inquiries, logo and brand guidelines, and our recent press releases. Media Kits Media Kits Find essential tools to enhance your storytelling and coverage about ZERO.
