How much funding does Assistance Request Application provide?

The listing does not state a funding amount. Check the funder's announcement for specifics.

When is the deadline for Assistance Request Application?

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

Who is eligible for Assistance Request Application?

Geography: Applicants will not be discriminated against based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, or political affiliation; Final determination based on other applications submitted and availability of funds.

How often is Assistance Request Application offered?

Assistance Request Application accepts applications on a rolling basis.

Assistance Request Application

Hope for Autumn Foundation

Foundation Rolling (Quarterly) Grants for Cancer Nonprofits Hardship Grants Human & Social Service Grants

Funding Amount

Not stated

Deadline

Rolling (quarterly review)

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: Rolling — applications accepted year-round
Tracked since: April 2026

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

Can we apply?

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Geography

Applicants will not be discriminated against based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, or political affiliation
Final determination based on other applications submitted and availability of funds

Other requirements

Requests for assistance are evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
Examples of approved assistance include:
Payment of rent
Utilities

Overview

Geographic Scope: Alabama (families treated at Children's Hospital of Alabama)
Focus Area: Financial assistance for families battling childhood cancer

Program Description

Hope for Autumn Foundation provides financial assistance to families battling childhood cancer who are being treated at Children's Hospital of Alabama.

Eligible Uses

Requests for assistance are evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Examples of approved assistance include:

Payment of rent
Utilities
Medical expenses
Gas cards
Travel vouchers
Gift cards to grocery stores
Funeral expenses

Eligibility & Non-Discrimination

Applicants will not be discriminated against based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, or political affiliation
All applications reviewed on a case-by-case basis
Final determination based on other applications submitted and availability of funds

Processing Timeline

Standard processing: up to two weeks
Emergency assistance available (contact executive director)

Contact Information

Executive Director: Amanda Knerr
Email: amandaknerr@hopeforautumnfoundation.org
For emergency assistance requests, contact Amanda Knerr directly

How to Apply

Application Process

Complete the assistance request form as completely as possible
Submit the form (form available at https://www.hopeforautumnfoundation.org/assistance-application)
Allow up to two weeks for processing and review
For emergency assistance: Email Amanda Knerr at amandaknerr@hopeforautumnfoundation.org

Note: Applications are reviewed on a case-by-case basis by the Executive Board of the foundation. Final determination is based on available funding and other factors.

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