Scare Away Cancer Financial Assistance Program

Geographic Scope: Nebraska, with primary focus on Omaha and surrounding areas (NE, US)

Program Duration: Established 13+ years ago; ongoing

Mission: Financial assistance to cancer patients and their families in need, available all year-round

Focus Areas:

• Direct financial assistance to cancer patients and families
• Support for charitable care and treatment-related expenses
• Partnership with local healthcare programs (e.g., Methodist Estabrook Cancer Center's Inner Beauty Program)
• Services including skin care, scalp care, wigs, hats/scarves, prosthesis, mastectomy garments

Eligibility:

• Cancer patients and their families
• No requirement to be receiving treatment at Methodist Health System to access services
• Those most in need prioritized

Application Process: Applicants or advocates submit a gift application that tells the story of the person needing help. Applications are reviewed by Board of Directors and committee members to make each gift personal and meaningful.

Contact Information:

• Email: [email protected]
• Mailing Address: Scare Away Cancer, Attention: Angie Danaher, 14558 Portal Circle, La Vista, NE 68138
• Phone: 402-339-2221

Organization Background:

• All-volunteer nonprofit organization
• Run by volunteers from MCL Construction and others in the Omaha, Nebraska community
• As of 2018, had raised close to $700,000 in support of cancer patients and families

How to Apply

1. Download the Gift Application from the organization's website
2. Complete the application - Tell the story of the person you want to help
3. Submit the application via one of the following methods:
   • Email to: [email protected]
   • Mail to: Scare Away Cancer, Attention: Angie Danaher, 14558 Portal Circle, La Vista, NE 68138

Application Philosophy

The application process is designed to be a storytelling opportunity rather than a formal "selection" procedure. It allows applicants to help the Board of Directors and committee members understand the person's situation and need.