Allocations Guidelines.

The Cancer League, Inc. requires that 100% of its gift be utilized to fund the designated project. The Cancer League, Inc. expects a minimal amount of its donation will be spent on administrative expenses and grant fees. Recipients of Cancer League funds are requested to send written updates on the projects being funded at 6 months and 12 months from date of receipt of funds. Recipients may be asked to present an update in person to Cancer League members, as part of member education. Project proposals should be submitted exclusively via email after receipt of the Request for Proposals from the Cancer League Allocations Chairs.

The allocations guidelines of the Cancer League, Inc. require the following conditions:

1.  Funds raised by The Cancer League, Inc. must be used in support of programs that fight against cancer in the Bay Area. The Cancer League, Inc. does not fund endowments.

2.  The Cancer League, Inc. shall restrict its donations to specific projects approved by its membership. Should an approved project already be fully funded, The Cancer League, Inc. reserves the right to reassign its donation.

3.  The Cancer League, Inc. requires that 100% of its gift be utilized to fund the designated project.  The Cancer League, Inc. expects a minimal amount of its donation will be spent on administrative expenses or overhead costs, including no gift administration or grant fees.

4.  The Cancer League, Inc's. mission statement provides that all funds shall be used in the fight against cancer. 100% of all Cancer League funds will only be used for cancer; no portion of the funds received from The Cancer League, Inc. may be used for research or treatment of any other disease or ailment.

5.  Should a specific project, approved by the members of The Cancer League, Inc. fail to come to fruition, The Cancer League, Inc. reserves the right to reclaim its donation and assign the funds to another approved, designated project.

6.  The Cancer League, Inc. should be listed as the the funding source for the donation, where appropriate.

7.  Recipients of Cancer League funds are requested to send written updates on the projects being funded within a year of funding.  Recipients may be asked to present an update in person to Cancer League members, as as part of member education.

Proposal Timeline and Requests

Project proposals may be submitted at any time to the address listed below.  The Foundation or Development Office should submit proposals from large institutions, as appropriate. The Cancer League typically has funds available to grant requests during the first quarter and disperses the funds during the second quarter of the calendar year. Proposals must include:

1.  Project Rationale – what is the specific value this research brings? What population is served by the results?

2.  Prior History – what previous research has been conducted in this area that this proposal will build upon, if any?

3.  Project Format – a summary description should be written in layman’s terms that includes details about the project goals, milestones, personnel needs, and timeline.

4.  Project Budget – itemized budget and breakdown of specific dollar requests. What portion of the total budget is being funded by the requesting institution? Is additional grant money being sought from other sources?

5.  Project Management – who will administer the project? Who is the project contact for communications purposes?

The Cancer League, Inc. will expect timely reports/updates for the funded project.