Financial Assistance

Patches of Light is dedicated to supporting families with children experiencing catastrophic health challenges and financial difficulties in Kwethluk, AK. Our mission is to provide essential financial assistance for utilities, housing, and everyday needs such as gas and grocery cards, alleviating some of the burdens these families face. We work closely with each child’s medical team to ensure the highest level of confidentiality and to verify the authenticity of each request. Applications, which take 2-3 weeks for consideration, are submitted exclusively through hospital staff, emphasizing our commitment to privacy and security. We encourage hospital staff to follow up with a confirming email upon submission of an application to ensure timely processing. At Patches of Light, we believe in empowering families during their most challenging moments with compassionate and practical support.