Program Overview: The Head for the Cure (HFTC) Path to Relief Fund offers limited financial support to individuals diagnosed with primary malignant brain tumors. To ease the financial burden, approved funds may be used to pay for clinical trial or treatment-related airfare/lodging, or specific bills, such as rent or mortgage, utilities, medical expenses, and more. These grants are designed to help with essential expenses rather than replace regular income.
Please note: Checks are issued directly to vendors, not to patients or family members.
Application Checklist
To be considered, the following items must be submitted:
- Completed application form
- Copies of Bills (PDF format preferred)
- Up to two bills, issued within the last 60 days, including the account number and mailing address
For rent: Signed lease including patient’s name, rent amount, landlord/property manager name, and mailing address
All expenses submitted must include supporting documentation and will be considered on a first-come, first-served basis. For your privacy, make sure to redact sensitive information, such as your Social Security number. Please do NOT provide any information or documentation directly related to medical care or treatment (e.g., medical records, test results, or other health information protected under HIPAA); describe your medical situation in general terms only (if necessary).
You can also find a PDF application here, which you will need to submit to courtney@headforthecure.org.
For any questions, please email courtney@headforthecure.org.
Eligibility Requirements: To qualify for assistance, the applicant must:
- Have a diagnosis of a primary Central Nervous System (CNS) tumor (WHO 2021 classification).
- Reside in the United States or U.S. territories.
Grant Amount: Approved grants range from $100 to $750, depending on current fund availability and volume of applications.
Eligible Expenses Covered expenses include (but are not limited to):
- Primary Consideration will be for financial barriers to access clinical trials and treatment costs, including but not limited to:
- Airfare to/from treatment center
- Lodging for treatment/clinical trials
- Parking/Rideshare/Taxis
- Childcare
- Secondary Consideration:
- Rent/mortgage
- Medical Bills
- Utility/Internet/Cell Phone Bills
- Car Payments
Not Covered:
- Credit card debt
- Groceries
- Auto Gasoline
- Expenses without a bill