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Scare Away Cancer Financial Assistance Program

SCAWCA INC

Foundation Rolling (Quarterly) Grants for Cancer Nonprofits Hardship Grants

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Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Scare Away Cancer Financial Assistance Program

Organization: SCAWCA INC (Scare Away Cancer)

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.

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