Financial Assistance for Families

We financially help children aged 0 – 12 inclusive diagnosed with a form of cancer and their families through their cancer journey.

Kids with Cancer Foundation provide financial assistance to families from funds held in trust that have been donated by the public through direct donations, fundraisers and lotteries.  Families that find themselves in financial stress caused by their child’s cancer journey can apply to access our funds to help with bill payments via their social worker.

All the Social Workers in the Children’s Oncology Wards throughout the Children’s Hospitals Australia-wide know how we help and how to access our financial assistance.

How do I know if my family is eligible for financial assistance?

Your child is diagnosed with a form of cancer Your child is between the ages of 0—12 yrs of age Your child is in treatment Your financial situation has been impacted You used all your savings and redraw...

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How do I apply for assistance?

Speak to your Social Worker about your financial situation Express your concerns over what you are needing help with financially Your Social Worker will write a “letter of request” to Kids with Cancer Foundation...

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What can I get help with?

Household utility bills like gas, electricity, water, rates, strata fees, insurance Rent through a Real Estate Agent & mortgage payments (non-investment properties) Car registration, CTP green slip,...

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Do you help with wigs?

The answer is YES! We are proudly working in conjunction with Sandra from ‘Ella Wigmakers’ on the Central Coast NSW to provide kids with cancer with their own special wigs. Each wig costs approximately $2000 to make. We use the...

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Frequently asked questions for Financial Assistance

Find out more about our financial assistance on our Frequently Asked Questions page.