Assistance

Marisa’s Mission, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to making a difference in the lives of cancer patients and their families. Marisa's Mission has five programs that offer grants to qualified recipients.

If you or a family member would like to apply for assistance, please click on the link below to apply. We are only accepting applications that are submitted through the portal below and are no longer accepting applications through postal mail or email.

The Board of Directors meets on the second Tuesday of every month to consider completed applications. Please note that the Board does not meet in the months of April and May. Applications received after March 1st will be considered at the next Board meeting in June.

  • Travel/Lodging Program

    Provides funds to assist with the cost of travel and lodging for patients and their families while undergoing cancer treatment.

  • Care Program

    Provides funds to assist with co-payments, health insurance premiums, home hospice care, private home care, medical equipment, wigs, alternative therapies and other expenses related to the care of the Applicant while undergoing cancer treatment.

  • Home Assistance Program

    Provides funds to assist with home expenses (such as mortgage payments, housecleaning, child care, groceries, landscaping/snow removal, household bills) while the Applicant is undergoing cancer treatment.

  • Trip/Event Program

    Provides funds to assist an Applicant who would like to take a special trip or go to a special event with their family to provide a family bonding experience while undergoing cancer treatment.