Cancer, Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Disease (CCPD) Grant Program
In 2005, the Colorado General Assembly enacted legislation (Colorado Revised Statute 25-20.5-301 et. seq.), Amendment 35, that allocated revenue generated from an increase in the excise tax on tobacco products to fund a competitive grants program for the prevention, early detection, and treatment of cancer, cardiovascular disease, and chronic pulmonary disease in Colorado. The Cancer, Cardiovascular, and Pulmonary Disease (CCPD) Grant Program is administered by the Prevention Services Division (PSD) within the Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention (HPCDP) Branch. It is overseen by the CCPD Grant Program Review Committee.
- Amendment 35. (webpage)
- Prevention Services Division (PSD). (webpage)
- CCPD Grant Program Review Committee. (webpage)
The Cancer, Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Disease (CCPD) Grant Program aims to reduce chronic disease in Colorado by providing a comprehensive approach that focuses on prevention, early detection, and treatment for cancer, cardiovascular disease, and chronic pulmonary disease. To achieve that comprehensive approach, the CCPD Grant Program assists in implementing the state’s strategic plans regarding cancer and chronic disease. The Colorado Chronic Disease State Plan is the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment’s (CDPHE) current strategic plan for chronic disease. Additionally, the Colorado Cancer Plan is a critical document that guides Colorado in making decisions based on cancer prevention, control, and care priorities.
- Colorado Chronic Disease State Plan. (PDF)
- Colorado Cancer Plan. (PDF)
Mission
Strategically allocate resources to evidence-based and innovative approaches that reduce disparities and the burden of CCPD over the long term.
Vision
All Coloradans get to live long and healthy lives.
Shared Values
Disparity-Focused
- We recognize that different communities need different interventions, amounts of resources, and supports to reach similar outcomes.
Data-Informed
- We use scientific evidence and relevant/credible data to guide decisions.
Responsible Stewardship
- We allocate resources responsibly and consider impact.
Collaborative
- We are willing and able to work with others towards shared goals/outcomes.
Honest
- We are transparent in words, actions, and intentions.
The CCPD program’s goals are focused on reducing disparities in chronic disease outcomes by 2035:
Obesity, Healthy Eating, and Active Living
- By 2035, increase the proportion of Hispanic, non-Hispanic Black, and low-socioeconomic status (SES) children who are at a healthy weight.
Cardiovascular Disease
- By 2035, increase the proportion of individuals with controlled cardiovascular disease and its risk factors among individuals aged 55+, as well as Black and rural populations.
Pre-Diabetes
- By 2035, reduce the incidence of type 2 diabetes in Hispanic, non-Hispanic Black, rural, and low-SES populations.
Diabetes
- By 2035, increase the management and control of diabetes in Hispanic, non-Hispanic Black, rural, and low-SES populations.
Pulmonary Disease
- By 2035, decrease asthma-related emergency department visits and hospitalizations in Hispanic, non-Hispanic Black, and low-SES children.
Lung Cancer
- By 2035, increase the proportion of lung cancers detected at early stages and reduce the proportion diagnosed at late stages among those eligible for screening.
Colorectal Cancer
- By 2035, increase the proportion of colorectal cancers detected at early stages and reduce the proportion diagnosed at late stages in Hispanic, Black, Asian, rural, and low-SES populations.
The CCPD program uses a Long-Term Funding Framework (LTFF) to guide future grant cycles. This framework was developed through a rigorous, collaborative process involving staff, subject matter experts, interns, and leadership. It aligns funding strategies with CCPD’s mission, values, and priority populations.
Reducing health disparities through policies, practices, and organizational systems can improve health-promoting opportunities for all Coloradans. A primary focus of the CCPD Grant Program and the Chronic Disease State Plan is to implement strategies tailored to address the varying and complex causes of health disparities so that every Coloradan has equitable access to opportunities to thrive regardless of who they are or where they live.
- Chronic Disease State Plan. (PDF)
CCPD funding opportunities
Learn more about CCPD updated, current, and future funding opportunities.
- CCPD funding opportunities. (webpage)
CCPD funding portfolio
Learn more about the CCPD funding portfolio lists, including information about CCPD Grant Program funding cycles and grantees.
- CCPD funding portfolio. (webpage)
CCPD grantee resources, news, and technical assistance
Learn more about CCPD grantee resources, news, and technical assistance documents for CCPD grantees.
CCPD Grant Program Review Committee
The CCPD Grant Program Review Committee provides information regarding the oversight committee that makes funding recommendations for the CCPD Grant Program.
- CCPD Grant Program Review Committee. (webpage)
CCPD grant program staff list
The CCPD Grant program staff list provides staff contact information.
- CCPD Grant program staff list. (Google doc)
For questions, please email cdphe_ccpdgrants@state.co.us.