The SED Grants Programme is designed to empower NGOs, small businesses, academic institutions and community organisations working within the cancer care continuum. These grants are not intended for individual treatment support, but rather to capacitate organisations and initiatives that provide vital services to patients and families navigating cancer, says the company.

The Social and Economic Development Committee, chaired by Regional Business Manager, Jennifer Fuller, continues to drive Icon Oncology's mission of aiming to ensure that every patient has the best possible opportunity to live a healthier life through strengthened support systems and inclusive access to care, adds the company.

"Cancer care is about more than treatment, it's about the networks of support around the patient," says Fuller. "Through this programme, we are building partnerships with organisations that ease the burden of cancer and create meaningful impact in communities."

Delivering Real Community Impact

Since its inception, Icon Oncology's SED initiatives have aimed to demonstrate powerful outcomes in the socio-economic development space, says the company.

In 2025, the programme supported community-based projects, including organisations addressing patient dignity and wellness needs, as well as breast cancer advocacy and awareness efforts. Following a public call for proposals, grants were awarded to initiatives such as Tymeless Necessity Hair, The Breast Health Foundation and Reach for Recovery, adds the company.

The Committee also continued its aim to remain committed to ensuring vulnerable patients are supported through the broader system of care, including transport, accommodation and wraparound services that enable access to treatment, says the company.

Beyond patient-facing services, Icon Oncology remains invested in developing South Africa's future oncology workforce by supporting students pursuing higher education in oncology-related fields, adds the company.

Icon Oncology also maintained long-standing partnerships with organisations such as Reach for Recovery South Africa, supporting survivorship programmes that aim to restore dignity and confidence to breast cancer survivors, says the company.

A Call to the Cancer Community: Apply for 2026 Grants

Icon Oncology says it is now calling on:

  • non-profit organisations
  • community-based cancer support programmes
  • academic institutions and researchers
  • small enterprises delivering patient support services, and
  • innovators addressing gaps in oncology care.

Apply for the 2026 SED Grants Programme

Icon Oncology says this opportunities applies to organisations that aim to play a role in improving the cancer journey through psychosocial support, survivorship care, patient navigation, transport solutions, education, advocacy or community outreach.

"If you are working to make cancer patients' lives easier, we want to hear from you," says Fuller. "Together we can strengthen the continuum of care and create lasting change for South Africans affected by cancer."

How to Apply

Interested organisations can submit an Expression of Interest by completing the official application process.

Organisations are advised to click here to complete the electronic form and email your supporting documents to lseptember@iconsa.co.za. Applications close on Monday, 16 March, concludes the company.

For more information, visit www.iconsa.co.za. You can also follow Icon Oncology on Facebook, LinkedIn, or on X.

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