Food and Nutrition
The Emergency Food Assistance Program
Free nutritious, high-quality food for anyone in need
Free
All 50 states
Requirements: Depends on household income level and state you live in
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Free nutritious, high-quality food for anyone in need
All 50 states
Requirements: Depends on household income level and state you live in
Free nutritious, home-delivered meals to seniors and homebound adults who cannot purchase or prepare their own food
All 50 states
Requirements: 60+ years, homebound due to illness, disability, or other reason for having difficulty preparing meals or shopping for groceries and food
Additional info: Each county/region has its own service
Free nutrition classes and simple recipes
Virtual
Free classes on nutrition, research, exercise, etc.
Virtual
Country's largest support group for YA/adolescents with cancer. Includes info and links to other organizations for YA cancer patients as well other people's cancer stories
Virtual
Real talk for young adults impacted by cancer
Virtual
Free 100+ delicious and healthy recipes e-book
Virtual
Free 1 week outdoor adventure experiences for young adult cancer survivors
North Carolina, New York, Arkansas, Colorado, Montana, Oregon, California
Free 1000+ evidence-based recipes, hundreds of nutrition and health articles, and how-to cook videos for cancer prevention and control
Virtual
Free food and deliveries for people facing critical or life-threatening illness
Los Angeles County, California
Requirements: Diagnosed with life-threatening illness and are unable to independently access healthy food
Emergency need grant for cancer patients in Northern NE facing food insecurity, financial toxicity, etc.
Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont
Requirements: Hematology/oncology patients under active treatment or receiving palliative care services as they approach hospice
Free home-delivered meals on Medicaid or Medicare Advantage plan
All 50 states
Requirements: Over 65, disabled, require assistance with grocery shopping and/or preparing meals, on Medicaid plan that offers a paid meal benefit, on a Medicare Advantage plan that offers a paid meal benefit
Additional info: Meals are only up to $9.49 if you don't meet requirements
Meal assistance for pancreatic cancer patients
Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Connecticut, Vermont, Maine, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania
Requirements: Live in one of the states listed, be in active pancreatic cancer treatment, have email/access to computer, understand dietary restrictions, patient is responsible for ordering meals online
Additional info: Choice of meals and 2-4 month subscriptions
14 nutritious home-delivered meals
Massachusetts
Requirements: Massachusetts Resident, household income below 400% of federal poverty level, receiving cancer treatment
Additional info: Receive gift cards or prepared meals
Up to $150 to assist patients who can't afford out-of-pocket expenses or genetic/genomic testing or genetic counseling
Massachusetts
Requirements: Massachusetts Resident, household income below 400% of federal poverty level, receiving cancer treatment
Assist with out-of-pocket costs related to lymphedema treatment
Massachusetts
Requirements: Massachusetts Resident, household income below 400% of federal poverty level, receiving cancer treatment
Provide Drug Discount Card to save up to 80% on prescription medicine for drugs not covered by insurance, is a high drug deductible, a low medicine cap that has been met, card offers better price than copay, you are in Medicare Part D donut hole
Massachusetts
Requirements: Massachusetts Resident, household income below 400% of federal poverty level, receiving cancer treatment
Provide limited financial assistance for treatment-related transportation for cancer patients
Massachusetts
Requirements: Massachusetts Resident, household income below 400% of federal poverty level, receiving cancer treatment
Additional info: Up to $150 per person per year -> gas gift card for personal gas or generic gift card for any type of transportation costs
Up to $150 of assistance for wigs or hairpieces
Massachusetts
Requirements: Massachusetts Resident, household income below 400% of federal poverty level, receiving cancer treatment
Free home-delivered lasagna
All 50 states
Requirements: Any kind of need
Provide food for New Hampshire residents who are food insecure
New Hampshire
Requirements: In need of food
Reduced food prices for SNAP and EBT
Virtual
Requirements: SNAP or EBT card holder
Filterable, unique nutritional recipes for those undergoing cancer treatment as well as cancer nutrition awareness
Virtual
Offers free programs, support, and services for cancer patients/survivors/caregivers/etc. and information sources such as blogs
Montana, Missouri, Kansas, Iowa, Illinois, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Tennessee
Requirements: Cancer survivors, patients, caregivers, family, loved ones
Connects people to free, nutritious food
All 50 states
Requirements: Based on financial need
Offers free help buying groceries
All 50 states
Requirements: Based on financial need
Provides free supplement products to eligible cancer patients facing financial issues
Virtual
Requirements: Based on lack of insurance coverage and financial need
Additional info: Phone available for M-F 8:30-5:00 EST
Free food boxes to seniors aged 60+ in US undergoing cancer treatment
All 50 states
Requirements: 60+ undergoing cancer treatment
Free online yoga, mind/body movement, Pilates, Tai-Chi, etc. for cancer patients
Hinsdale, Illinois · Virtual
Requirements: Cancer patients of any abilities and experiences
Free virtual online fitness, support, and educational classes for cancer patients and caregivers 18+ in USA
Virtual
Requirements: Cancer patients/caregivers 18+ in US
Free virtual wellness programs for cancer patients in the US
Virtual
Requirements: Cancer patients in US
Free online yoga, art, and wellness/support classes for cancer patients
Virtual
Requirements: For cancer patients and their loved ones
Free virtual exercise program for cancer patients anywhere in the USA
New York · Virtual
Requirements: Based on income
Free weekly online classes with instructors as well as youtube playlist
Virtual
Free virtual (& in-person) classes about yoga, mindfulness, stress management, health etc.
Virtual
Free nutrition consultations via phone or email with an experienced registered oncology dietitian for nutrition education and side-effect management for all cancer patients in the USA
Virtual
Requirements: All cancer patients in the USA
Comprehensive source of information about chemotherapy drugs, side effect informations, cancer wellness information, etc. for cancer patients and their caregivers
Virtual
Provide free set of accessories (ex: scarves, jewelry, etc.) for women going through cancer treatment and hair loss
Virtual
Requirements: Recipients must be undergoing cancer treatment or have completed treatment within the last 12 months in the US
Provide free wigs to women to restore self-image and confidence during cancer treatments
Virtual
Requirements: Women in the US undergoing cancer treatment
Provides free wigs for <18 or free wig based on financial need for 18+
Virtual
Requirements: US residents with permanent hair loss due to a medical condition (cancer, alopecia, trauma, etc.)
Provides brand-new hats for patients who have lost hair due to a medical condition to improve self-image and courage
Virtual
Requirements: Cancer/medical patients who lost their hair due to a disease or the treatment of a disease
Provides free headscarves paired with survivor stories to offer encouragement to those in active treatment
Virtual
Requirements: Cancer survivors in active treatment throughout the world
Provide high quality hair prosthetics for children and young adults up to 21 suffering from hair loss to boost self confidence
Virtual
Requirements: Children and young adults up to 21 in U.S. and Canada
Teach beauty techniques to people with cancer to give them a sense of confidence and community
Virtual
Requirements: Cancer patients worldwide
Offers free materials and information to help teens deal with the effects of cancer treatment
Virtual
Requirements: Teens 13 to 17 dealing with cancer
Provides free wigs and grants wishes to courageous individuals battling cancer
Virtual
Requirements: Women and children with cancer
Free hair replacement systems and support for children who have lost their hair due to medical issues worldwide
Virtual
Requirements: Patients under 18 worldwide
Free ride to cancer-related medical appointment
Check availability
Requirements: Cancer-related medical appointment
Offer people facing cancer and their caregivers a home while receiving cancer treatment
Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Iowa, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont
Requirements: For patients needing housing accommodations for cancer treatment
A free mobile app that provides cancer patients and loved ones resources to navigate their journey such as personalized cancer related information and connection with volunteers
Virtual
Requirements: For people with cancer, their families, and their caregivers
24/7 everyday call line to get assistance with cancer-related information and other inquiries
Virtual
Requirements: For cancer patients, caregivers, and family members
Provides free head scarves for cancer patients in the US who are experiencing hair loss
Virtual
Requirements: For cancer patients in active treatment in the USA who are experiencing hair loss
Provides free handmade beanies to cancer patients in the USA
Virtual
Requirements: For cancer patients in the USA undergoing chemotherapy treatment
Additional info: Email for a request
Provides free beautiful handmade head coverings to cancer patients nationwide including turban, cap, beanie, or crochet hat
Virtual
Requirements: For cancer patients in the USA
Provides free fun, pink wigs for cancer patients in the USA in active treatment
Virtual
Requirements: Cancer patients in the USA who are in active treatment
Provides wigs for those who are uninsured or underinsured in the MS Coast counties who are experiencing hair loss due to cancer or extreme balding disorders
Mississippi
Requirements: Hair loss patients who are uninsured or underinsured in MS Local Coast counties
Additional info: Hancock, Harrison, Jackson, Pearl River, Stone, and George Counties in MS Gulf Coast
Provides breast prosthesis and bras to uninsured or underinsured women in the USA
Mississippi
Requirements: Hair loss patients who are uninsured or underinsured in MS Local Coast counties
Additional info: Hancock, Harrison, Jackson, Pearl River, Stone, and George Counties in MS Gulf Coast
One free wig every 5 years to cancer patients who have experienced hair loss due to treatments
Virtual
Requirements: Cancer patients in the USA who have experienced hair loss due to treatments
Free wig program for both insured and uninsured cancer patients in the USA
Virtual
Requirements: For cancer patients in the USA
Helps insured cancer patients in the USA qualify for free medical wigs and post-mastectomy essentials through insurance
Virtual
Requirements: For insured cancer patients in the USA
Soft, unique, free handmade caps to cancer patients anywhere in the world
Virtual
Requirements: For cancer patients anywhere in the world
National free wig program for people who experience hair loss due to cancer treatments
Virtual
Requirements: For cancer patients in the USA
Provides free cap wig to <18 and for >18 based on financial need
Virtual
Requirements: For cancer patients
Additional info: Can also bypass application and purchase cap wigs
Free air transport for life-saving, specialized medical care
Northeast
Requirements: For life-saving/specialized medical care
Free flights to cancer treatment centers for all cancer patients
All 50 states
Arranges free flights for medical patients requiring medical diagnosis, treatment or follow-up who cannot afford or are unable to fly commercially
All 50 states
Free air transport for Louisiana patients who need specialized care
Monroe, Louisiana
Requirements: For Louisiana patients who need specialized care and are medically stable
Uplift and strengthen people impacted by cancer through support and communities
Massachusetts
Requirements: Massachusetts
Offers support groups for patients dealing with melanoma to feel less isolation
Massachusetts; Connecticut
Requirements: For patients with melanoma
Help cancer patients feel better through integrative therapies, nourishing meals, and emotional support services
Cape Cod, Massachusetts
Requirements: For residents of Cape Cod and the Islands who are facing cancer
Provide cancer patients and loved ones free support and education through the cancer journey through various programs and support services
South Bay; Long Beach; Orange County
Free expert-led video sessions on wellness, nutrition, mindfulness, screening, finances, treatments, etc.
All 50 states
Free educational events on legal and practical issues from cancer. Conferences and webinars are open to everyone
All 50 states
Free resources for information about important topics facing the cancer community such as finances, legal topics, etc. in the form of a blog, podcast, and animated videos
All 50 states
Local community resource guide including organizations for non-medical needs such as housing assistance, transportation to medical treatment, health insurance coverage, medical expenses, and mental health services for cancer patients
Greater Richmond Area
Requirements: For Greater Richmond Area
Free fertility medications for approved cancer patients and discounted preservation
All 50 states
Requirements: For people whose cancer diagnosis may affect their ability to create or add to their families
Provides free, gently used, durable home medical equipment and assistive technology
Massachusetts
Requirements: For residents of Massachusetts
Helps provide free medical equipment they need to recover safely, live independently, and maintain dignity during illness
New Hampshire; Vermont
Additional info: Equipment typically includes wheelchairs, walkers, crutches, hospital beds, etc.
Loan medical equipment for free
San Gabriel Valley and San Fernando Valley
Requirements: Check eligibility: https://convalescentaidsociety.com/account/store-zip-code-checker
Supports the community by offering vital services such as support groups, essential medical quipment, wigs and mastectomy supplies, other free medical supplies, and more
Berrien County
Provide free resources and support such as wigs, hats, nutritional supplements, medical equipment loans, etc.
Spartanburg & Cherokee Counties
Requirements: For residents of Spartanburg and Cherokee Counties
Supports breast cancer patients by easing financial challenges, reducing mental load, and inspiring hope by helping with expenses regardless of financial status or insurance coverage
Massachusetts
Requirements: For breast cancer patients receiving treatment in Massachusetts
Provides free trasnportation to medical treatment and appointments for cancer patients
Massachusetts; Rhode Island
Requirements: For getting to medical treatments and support services across Massachusetts and Rhode Island
Provides New England cancer patients and families with gift cards to various regional grocery stores
New England
Requirements: For New England cancer patients and their families
Additional info: Grant applications must be submitted throguh JAF's online portal system by a social worker, patient navigator, resource specialist, or other similar roles. Patients and family members don't apply directly to JAF.
Provides grants up to $800 to help patients battling cancer focus on treatment and not worry about household expenses
New England
Requirements: For patients that reside in New England, are in active cancer treatment, and provide financial documentation of contributing household members
Additional info: Grant applications must be submitted throguh JAF's online portal system by a social worker, patient navigator, resource specialist, or other similar roles. Patients and family members don't apply directly to JAF.
Supports New England cancer patients and their families with assitance for project-based needs that present a barrier to treatment. Provides a one-time grant of up to $4,000 for barriers to treatment for a patient such as fertility preservation, dental work, and required home improvement projects
New England
Requirements: For New England cancer patients and their families
Additional info: Grant applications must be submitted throguh JAF's online portal system by a social worker, patient navigator, resource specialist, or other similar roles. Patients and family members don't apply directly to JAF.
Provides cancer patients in need with free rides to and form their oncology treatments and medical appointments
Memphis Region
Provides free wigs to cancer patients throughout the Memphis region who experience hair loss as a result of cancer treatment
Mempis Region
Requirements: For cancer patients in the Memphis region
Offers wigs and other head coverings to cancer patients free of charge. Also offer hats, scarves, turbans, bras, and prosthesis
McAlester, Oklahoma
Requirements: For the McAlester community
Additional info: By appointment only
Provides unique therapeutic recreational experience for the whole family through sailing experiences to celebrate the beauty of life and sailing during the cancer journey
North Shore, MA; Vermont; Annapolis, MD; Virginia; Newport, RI
Coordinates free air transportation, through volunteer pilots, for passengers with medical or humanitarian needs far from home
Midwest
Requirements: Check eligibility: https://lifelinepilots.org/patient-information/
Patients and caregivers are matched with trained volunteer mentors with similar age and cancer experiences to emphasize one-on-one contact to empower caregivers/patients with knowledge, awareness, hope, and a helping hand
All 50 states
Empowers cancer patients and their loved ones with hope through personalized, one-on-one peer mentorship support from survivors and caregivers who have faced a similar experience
All 50 states
Free publications, educational programs, resource database, resume review, webinars, and other support for people balanciing cancer and work
All 50 states
Support children whose parents have a cancer diagnosis or lost a parent to cancer so they never feel alone through free, fun-filled creative programs and a lasting community
All 50 states
Provide free peer-to-peer support and resources for kids and teens impacted by their parent or guardian's cancer
All 50 states
Provides free services and support to breast cancer and ovarian cancer patients
All 50 states
Supports children with cancer and their families. Provides free educational tools and comfort resources, advocates for national health policies, and helps secure funding for childhood cancer research
All 50 states
Requirements: For children with cancer and their families
Dedicated to supporting the pediatric community and their families as they face cancer, serious illness, and mental health chllaneges to help them feel seen, supported, and never alone
All 50 states
Free programs and resources including patient navigation, support groups, housing, and Cancer to 5K for young adults and loved ones
All 50 states
Provide free comprehensive support programs including counseling, support groups, nutrition, exercise, emergency financial assistance, and patient educationa programs as well as special programs for teens and children
All 50 states
Provide financial and emotional support to breast cancer patients and their families
Seacoast of New Hampshire and southern Maine
Requirements: For breast cancer patients and their families on the seacoast of New Hampshire and in southern Maine