Are you a breast or cervical cancer researcher looking for additional research monies?  Watch this space for information on applying for a grant in 2009!


Thanks to the Pennsylvania Breast Cancer Coalition, Pennsylvanians can earmark their state tax refund for breast and cervical cancer research.

In 1997, Governor Tom Ridge signed the PBCC's income tax check-off legislation allowing Pennsylvanians to donate their state tax refund to breast and cervical cancer research. So far, the program has raised over $2 million. One hundred percent of the money is distributed as grants to outstanding researchers across the state. PBCC President Pat Halpin-Murphy, co-chairs the committee that awards the grants.

The Income Tax Check-Off for Breast and Cervical Cancer Research continues to be a favorite among state taxpayers. Tens of thousands of Pennsylvanians donate their state tax refunds to breast and cervical cancer research, with an average donation of $8 per donor.

How the program works

Check line 35 on your PA 40 form to Make your Mark© for breast and cervical cancer research. You can also make a donation to breast and cervical cancer research by marking the same line and including a check with your tax form. For more information talk with your tax advisor.

10th year Grant Recipients
The following researchers have been selected to receive grants from the Income Tax Check-Off for Breast and Cervical Cancer Initiative.

Susan Domchek, MD
University of Pennsylvania

Hallgeir Rui, MD, PhD
Kimmel Cancer Center of Thomas Jefferson University

Judith Weisz, MB, BChir
Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center

Previous Grant Recipients