Essential Needs Grant Program for Cancer Patients

The Essential Needs Grant Program for Cancer Patients, operated by the Ray of Hope Cancer Foundation in Carbondale, CO, addresses the urgent financial challenges faced by individuals undergoing cancer treatment. We provide critical financial assistance to help adult and pediatric patients cover basic daily needs impacted by the high costs of medical care. Our application process requires a Medical Verification from a healthcare professional, ensuring that support directly reaches those actively fighting cancer or recently completed with their treatment. Each month, our dedicated Grants Committee carefully reviews applications, prioritizing those based on financial hardship and personal circumstances, with grants available for patients with limited insurance and incomes at or below the poverty level. Adult patients can receive a one-time annual grant of $750, while pediatric patients may receive $1,000. In urgent situations, we offer the possibility of emergency grants, which can be processed within 48 hours upon a caseworker's recommendation to support patients in immediate need. We are committed to uplifting our community through this essential assistance during their most challenging times.