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FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR YOUNG ADULT CANCER SURVIVORS
SAMFund Helps Young Adults Move Forward After Cancer
EMF’s Surviving and Moving Forward [SAMFund] grants serve as a financial bridge to help young adult survivors (ages 21-39 at the time of application) regain their financial footing after completing active cancer treatment and move forward towards their personal, professional and academic goals.
SAMFund grants are provided in two categories and each is offered twice per year:
- Financial Assistance (application open in February and August)
- Family Building (application open in March and September)
During an application cycle, the application portal is open for approximately 3 weeks. Recipients will be notified of the outcome 6-7 weeks after the closing date of the grant cycle. Given the review process, we are unable to provide emergency funding. Please visit our Resource Guide for a list of resources that may be helpful if you are in need of more urgent support.
Due to limited funding amounts, we are not able to fund all applicants who apply, and cannot award the maximum amount requested to all applicants.
Questions?
Please review our frequently asked questions to learn more.
Learn About Our Grants
Financial Assistance Grant
Fall Cycle is now closed. Spring Cycle will open in January 2027.
Family Building Grant
Fall Cycle is now closed. Spring Cycle will open in March 2027.
RESOURCES FOR CANCER PATIENTS AND SURVIVORS
Other Financial Assistance Resources
Explore websites that provide financial assistance and resources to cancer patients, survivors, and their families. (Note: The website links provided are not affiliated with nor endorsed by EMF.)
Medical Debt Relief
EMF partners with Dollar For, an organization which helps patients navigate the process of reducing or eliminating medical debt. As part of our partnership, Dollar For offers prioritized debt forgiveness services to the EMF community.