Where can I find organizations that provide financial assistance to families with children undergoing cancer treatment?
The Millie Moo Foundation- Hope On The Farm: Millie’s Light Lives On Family Assistance Application
Purpose and Eligibility
Purpose: Provide direct financial support to families of children diagnosed with pediatric cancer to reduce economic burden during treatment and recovery. Support may cover medical-related expenses not covered by insurance, essential living costs, and ancillary needs that enable families to focus on care.
Eligibility:
Child diagnosed with pediatric cancer (verification required: physician letter, diagnosis documentation, or hospital/clinic verification).
Family demonstrates financial need (income documentation, proof of household size, and current expenses).
More detailed breakdown on our application.
Types of Financial Assistance Offered
Medical Expense Assistance
Co-pays, deductibles, non-covered treatments, certain prescription costs.
Durable medical equipment and adaptive aids when directly related to the child’s diagnosis and recommended by a treating provider.
Household and Living Expense Assistance
Rent or mortgage assistance when needed due to income loss tied to caregiving.
Utility bills (electric, water, gas) to prevent service interruption.
Groceries and essential household supplies via direct payments or gift cards.
Transportation and Accommodation
Gas cards, mileage reimbursement, public transit passes for treatment visits.
Hotel or short-term housing costs when families must travel for specialized care (prior approval required).
Emergency One-Time Grants
Immediate short-term financial relief for crisis situations (e.g., eviction risk, imminent utility shutoff).
Case-by-Case Needs
We evaluate unique, necessary expenses not captured in standard categories when they support the child’s care and family stability.
Application Process
Submission Methods: Online form,or coordinated through a social worker/case manager at the treating hospital.
Required Documentation:
Verification of diagnosis (physician letter or clinic/hospital documentation).
Identification for parent/guardian (government ID) and child (birth certificate or medical record).
Itemized invoices, bills, or quotes for the requested expense when applicable.
Authorization to communicate with the child’s healthcare or social services provider.
Review Timeline:
Initial intake acknowledged within 3 business days.
Complete application review typically completed within 10–15 business days.
Emergency or urgent requests expedited and may be decided within 48–72 hours.
Follow-up:
Applicants may be contacted for additional documentation or clarification.
Approved applicants receive written notification specifying amount awarded, permitted uses, and disbursement method.
Decision Criteria and Award Determination
Factors Considered:
Severity and immediacy of need.
Degree to which the expense directly supports the child’s treatment, recovery, or family stability.
Household income, assets, and other available resources (insurance, government benefits, other charitable support).
Number and size of requests concurrently received and available program funds.
Award Types:
Direct payments to vendors or service providers (preferred for bills, housing, utilities).
Gift cards for groceries, gas, or personal needs.
Award Limits:
Typical cap per family per 12-month period (set according to available funding; applicants informed of current caps at time of application).
Exceptional circumstances may warrant higher awards pending board or executive approval.
Disbursement Methods
Direct vendor payments (check or electronic transfer).
Prepaid cards or gift cards for validated needs.
Reimbursements via check or ACH following receipt submission.
Timing:
Standard disbursements processed within 7–10 business days of approval.
Emergency disbursements expedited when needed.