Free Grants for Patients & Families

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Monetary grants for US residents of all ages who are currently in treatment for cancer. Grants can be used for household bills, transportation costs associated with treatments, childcare, housekeeping services, groceries and non-covered medical expenses such as wigs, copayments and medications. Award amounts vary depending on need and take 6-8 weeks to process. To apply, please visit  http://www.beautyfoundationnj.com/apply-for-a-grant/.

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The Cameron Siemers Foundation for Hope awards Life grants up to $5,000 to be used in the fulfillment of a dream, goal, or project for those age 18 to 30 who have been diagnosed with a life-threatening illness. For more on this program, please visit http://www.cameronsiemers.org/life-grants/. To download the PDF application click here http://www.cameronsiemers.org/application.pdf.

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Provides provide short-term financial assistance to individuals and families in temporary crisis. The amount awarded varies based on applicant circumstance but according to their website averages between $750.00 and $1,250. For eligibility and more visit https://www.modestneeds.org/about-us/grants-types-self-sufficiency.asp. For online application see https://www.modestneeds.org/for-applicants/.

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Net Wish provides direct and immediate assistance to families and individuals who require a modest helping hand of $200.00 and have been doing so since 2002. This program is available to all US residents who have unmet financial needs. Grants are provided in the form of pre-paid credit cards. To apply, please visit http://netwish.org.

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The Samfund provides monetary grants from $1000-$4000 to US residents ages 21-39 who have completed treatment and are still struggling financially due to a cancer diagnosis. For information on the next open application period, see http://www.thesamfund.org/get-help/grants/ or email grants@thesamfund.org for answers to your questions about this grant program.

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Financial support for patients ages 18-40 as they undergo cancer treatment. Grants are typically $500 and cover things like medical co-payments, rent and mortgage, transportation, car insurance, repairs, and groceries. For application and more information on this grant program, please visit http://www.bmcf.net/apply.htm/.

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The Andre Sobel River of Life Foundation offers an annual essay award for survivors of catastrophic illness. In addition, this program also provides financial assistance for single parent families with urgent everyday expenses so that the parent may remain by the child’s bedside during catastrophic illness. Grant amounts vary. For more information and applications, email info@andreriveroflife.org or visit http://andreriveroflife.org/social-workers-application/.

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Special Love offers emergency financial assistance up to $500 to help families who are dealing with a childhood cancer diagnosis.  Grant requests must come from your doctor, social worker, or hospital representative. For more on the grant program, eligibility and status, please call toll-free (888) 930-2707 or visit http://specialove.org/financial-relief/.

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Provides up to $200 for treatment expenses for US residents of any age diagnosed with colon cancer. The Colorectal Cancer Alliance also offers up to $300 grant payments to pay for screening. Please visit https://www.ccalliance.org/get-support/screening/ to apply online for either program.

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Grants program that provides up to $1000 per calendar year for breast cancer patients currently going through active treatment. Applications are accepted online here: http://thebreastcancercharities.org/help-now-fund-application/.

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The Family Emergency Fund Grant from Rally Foundation provides up to $500 in a year ($750 lifetime max per person) to help cover expenses like patient’s cancer related medical bills or other family costs related to treatment (i.e.: utilities, mortgage, rent, transitional housing, etc.). For application, visit the website at https://rallyfoundation.org/why-we-rally/family-emergency-fund/.

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Grants for families facing a childhood cancer. Awards may be used for things like every day needs (rent, car payments/insurance, utilities), transportation to obtain treatment, lodging, day care, palliative care, and other costs not covered by insurance. Grant amounts vary and are based on financial need. To apply for this grant program, please visit http://familyreach.org/family-eligibility/.

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Direct financial support for cancer patients 18-40 years old who have trouble meeting every-day expenses like rent, food, clothing, and other household bills. Grant amounts vary based on need. For availability the next open application period, please visit http://www.hope4yawc.org/giving-hope-fund/.

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Grants for medical expenses relating to breast reconstructive surgery after mastectomy. Each grant is unique to the individual patient. Grants awarded may range from co-pays to the full cost of reconstructive surgery, hospitalization, and other related medical expenses. For the next open application period and to apply online, visit http://airsfoundation.org/apply-for-grant/.

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Grants ranging from $300 to $500 for a child’s extracurricular activities during his or her parent’s cancer treatment. From the website, “Whether a family is experiencing a financial crisis resulting from a diagnosis, or they just need some extra funds for luxuries because every extra dollar is going to medication costs… we want to help. We want to encourage and facilitate each child’s passion whether it be sports, music, art or any other activity.” For current program availability and application, visit http://www.cancerfamilyrelieffund.org/Success.html.

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Grants up to $500 for kids 3-18 whose moms have been diagnosed with breast cancer or undergoing treatment within the last 24 months. Kids write about how the money will help make their mommy happier. To help a child you know apply for this grant program, visit http://wishingformommy.org/make-your-wish/.