On behalf of the Grant Committee at the John Estrella foundation, we thank you for your interest in our Helping Hand Grant. In addition to the ever-mounting cost of medicines and treatment, people with Kidney Cancer often need assistance with expenses like transportation, living expenses, home care, and childcare. The purpose of our grant is to provide support to individuals and their families experiencing financial burdens associated with a diagnosis of and treatment for Kidney Cancer.
To submit an application for the Helping Hand Grant use the button below.
The grant application is rolling. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed by the Grant Review Committee for consideration.
An applicant must satisfy the requirements below in full.
Applicant must have a financial (non-medical) need related to the diagnosis of and/or treatment for kidney cancer for him/herself or a relative within a calendar year of the grant application deadline.
Applicant must be an adult age 18 years or older and be a resident in New England – a parent may submit an application on behalf of a child with kidney cancer.
Helping Hands Grant application and supporting documentation must be completed in full (i.e. partial applications will be rejected).
Have a diagnosis of kidney cancer confirmed by an oncology health care provider and be in active treatment for cancer. This is verified by a Diagnosis Verification Form completed by applicant’s treating physician to verify diagnosis of kidney cancer.
Letter of reference from one non-related persons (examples: community leaders, friends, pastoral care, etc.). Recommendation must include their name, address and phone number within the letter. They should be able to speak to your credibility and need.
Only one application per family per year.
Not all grant requests can be accommodated. The number of grants awarded will depend on funds available and the amounts requested. Priority is given to those applicants in active treatment for cancer.
We look forward to receiving your application!