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Financial Support And Cancer

Charity grants

There are charities and organisations that offer financial support to people with cancer and their families. The amount of support they can offer varies. Some charities can help with day to day expenses, and others may make a contribution towards particular costs.

Some charities ask for a nurse, doctor or social worker to refer you. This simplifies the application process for the charity so they can arrange your support as quickly as possible.

It's always worth contacting a charity directly if you're not sure whether you qualify for a grant because every case is different.

Grants for adults with cancer

There are charities that can offer grants and information about grants to adults with cancer and their families.

Grants for children with cancer

There are charities that offer grants to families of children with cancer.

Ex-services organisations

There are charities that offer financial support to current and former members of the armed services, and those who make their living at sea.

Last reviewed: 07 Feb 2025

Next review due: 07 Feb 2026

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