Spring North works in partnership with Lancashire and South Cumbria Cancer Alliance to deliver the Cancer Awareness Small Grants Scheme, supporting voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise (VCFSE) organisations to improve cancer awareness and encourage earlier diagnosis.
The programme provides funding for community-led activities that help people recognise potential cancer symptoms, participate in screening and relevant vaccination programmes, overcome barriers to healthcare and seek medical advice earlier.
A key focus of the scheme is reducing health inequalities by supporting organisations working with communities experiencing poorer cancer outcomes or facing barriers to accessing healthcare. Through their trusted relationships, local organisations can encourage conversations about cancer, challenge misconceptions and help people access the information and support available to them.
Spring North’s role goes beyond distributing funding. We work closely with organisations throughout the application, delivery and evaluation process, providing guidance, resources and ongoing support to help projects make a meaningful difference.
Through this partnership, we are strengthening community engagement, sharing learning and supporting community-led approaches that help improve cancer awareness and outcomes across Lancashire and South Cumbria.
"The club’s platform gave us the chance to speak directly to thousands of fans about cancer — what signs and symptoms to look out for and why screening matters. Football opened the door to conversations that could save lives."
