Funding Support for Firefighter Cancer Screening

Firefighter Cancer Screening U.S.A. is committed to making life-saving early detection accessible and affordable for every firefighter. We partner directly with fire departments, municipalities, and union leaders to help secure funding through three proven strategies:

The Firefighter Cancer Screening Difference

Grant Writing Support and Services

We provide customized assistance in identifying and applying for federal, state, and private grants that cover cancer screening and prevention programs for first responders.

How We Help:

-Grant sourcing (FEMA AFG, SAFER, state cancer funds, private foundations)

-Custom application writing and editing

Data and research support for justification

-Post-award guidance for implementation and reporting

“We know what decision-makers look for in a successful grant—and we build every application to meet real-world funding criteria.”

Cafeteria Plan Optimization

Cancer screening may be covered under your existing Section 125 cafeteria plan using pre-tax dollars. We work with your HR team, benefits consultant, or union to:

How We Help:

-Review plan documents for eligible coverage

-Collaborate with your plan administrator to add screening as a qualified expense

-Provide medically necessary screening codes and justification letters

-Assist in communications for staff awareness and utilization

"Most departments already have a path to tax-free coverage—we help unlock it."

Insurance & Voluntary Benefits Integration

Our team works with your:

Health insurance broker

Third Party Administrator (TPA)

Voluntary benefits provider

to integrate firefighter cancer screening into your existing coverage or wellness offerings.

How We Help:

-Present clinical validation and ICD/CPT codes to insurers and TPAs

-Develop turnkey programs that align with wellness incentives

-Advocate for custom plan riders or pilot programs

“We help you open the door with your insurance partners—with data, compliance, and firefighter-focused value.”

*Aggregate Reports are provided to the Agency to help support further initiatives and to lobby for reduced health insurance costs with your carriers

*Our Commitment to Supporting Your Access to Benefits

We understand how important financial support and reimbursement can be for our firefighter community. That’s why Firefighter Cancer Screening USA strives to assist participants in applying for grants, funding, and benefits wherever possible. While we will put forth our best effort to help you navigate the process, we cannot guarantee any outcome, as funding decisions are made by external parties beyond our control.

READY TO GIVE US A TRY?

Let's Bring This to Your Department

Our team of healthcare and benefits specialists is here to guide you every step of the way.

Book a discovery call or download our funding toolkit to explore which option fits your department best.

Meet the Team That’s Protecting Firefighters from Their Greatest Off-Duty Risk

The strength of our program comes from the people behind it—Firefighters and EMS professionals who understand the risks and medical professionals who provide the oversight to keep our crews safe.

Dr. Paul Banerjee

Medical Director

Melissa Kauffman

Clinical Manager/Founder

Chris Luczywo

Operations Manager/Founder

London Kauffman

Office Manager

Mary Morris-Overs

Logistics Manager

Protecting Our Heroes Through

Early Detection.

Working Hours

Monday - Saturday

8:00 am – 9:00 pm

Sunday – Thursday

9:00 am – 6:00 pm

Friday – Saturday

10:00 am – 08:00 pm

E: [email protected]

P: 888-984-4911

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