Families Battling Childhood Cancer
At My Family Matters Foundation, your generosity provides relief, hope, and a brighter future for families facing the unimaginable. Every gift helps ease the financial and emotional burdens of childhood cancer by covering costs that insurance doesn’t. Whether you give once, set up a recurring donation, or explore creative ways to contribute, your support ensures no family battles this fight alone and makes a lasting impact.
Explore the Many Ways You Can Help
We stand with these families in their darkest hours. But we cannot do it without your help.
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Online Donations
Make a secure, one-time or recurring gift through our online donation portal. Every dollar goes toward helping families cover essential non-medical expenses, so they can focus on their child’s recovery.
Stock Gifts & Wire Transfers
Maximize your impact by donating stocks or making a contribution through wire transfers. This method can also offer tax benefits for you.
For details on how to donate stocks or initiate a wire transfer, contact our agent at:
Cryptocurrency
Support our mission with cryptocurrency donations. Crypto gifts are a fast and tax-efficient way to make a difference in the lives of families facing financial hardship.
Please exchange via any broker and direct the funds to us for tax credit.
planned giving
Leave a legacy of compassion through planned giving. Include My Family Matters Foundation in your estate plans, wills, or trusts to ensure future generations receive the help they need.
Remember us as a Beneficiary in your Will, Trust, Annuity, or Life Insurance.
Corporate Giving
Partner with us to make a lasting impact. Whether through sponsorships, matching gift programs, or employee giving campaigns, your company can play a pivotal role in supporting families battling childhood cancer.
Long & Short Term Partnerships, (561) 878-1343
Volunteer Your Time
Make an impact by donating your time and talents. From fundraising events to community outreach, there are countless ways you can get involved and help support families directly.
Become A Volunteer – Inquire About Volunteer Opportunities
Spread the Word
Raise awareness about our mission. Share our story with your friends, family, and networks to inspire others to join the fight against childhood cancer.
Prayer Support
Your prayers provide strength to families facing the toughest battles. Join us in lifting these families in prayer and sharing hope when it’s needed most.
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Your Gift Makes a Difference
Every gift—financial, material, or spiritual—helps us provide relief and hope to families navigating the overwhelming challenges of childhood cancer.
did you know?
Understanding Non-Medical Financial Burdens
TRANSPORTATION COSTS
FACT: Families often travel long distances to specialized cancer treatmentcenters, incurring significant costs on fuel, public transport, andsometimes airfare.
Impact: These necessary travel expenses are rarely covered byinsurance, increasing the financial strain on families.
lodging expenses
FACT: Extended stays near treatment facilities are common, especiallywhen children receive treatment far from home.
INSIGHT: Costs for hotels or other accommodations can quickly add up andare typically not covered by health insurance.
LOST INCOME
FACT: Many parents reduce their working hours or leave their jobs to carefor their child, leading to a loss of income.
Reality: The reduction or loss of income is a significant financial hit forfamilies, complicating their ability to manage everyday expenses andmedical costs.
CHILDCARE FOR SIBLINGS
FACT: Childcare for siblings becomes a necessity when parents are awayat the hospital, adding another layer of expense.
Challenge: These additional childcare costs can be burdensome and arenot considered medical expenses by insurance companies.
HOME MODIFICATIONS
FACT: Certain cancers require modifications to the hometo accommodatewheelchairs, special sanitary needs, or to create a sterileenvironment.
Consideration: The cost of these modifications adds to the financialchallenges faced by families and is not covered by standard healthinsurance policies.
SPECIAL DIETS & NUTRITIONAL NEEDS
FACT: Cancer treatment often requires special diets or nutritionalsupplements to ensure the child’s body can handle the treatmentsand recover.
Understanding: These necessary dietary adjustments are additional coststhat health insurance does not cover.
PSYCHOLOGICAL SUPPORT
FACT: The emotional and psychological impact of cancer treatment on thechild and family members often necessitates professional counseling.
Awareness: Mental health support is essential but can beanotherfinancial burden as ongoing counseling costs are infrequentlycovered by insurance.
EVERYDAY LIVING EXPENSES
FACT: With all focus going towards the child’s health, regular livingexpenses like utilities, groceries, and more continue to accumulate.
Hardship: The continuous nature of these costs can create significantfinancial distress, compounded by other cancer-related expenses.