a monster’s mission

A Monster's Mission Fund supports the needs of families who have had children diagnosed with cancer including, but not limited to, medical expenses, monthly bills, groceries, education and awareness.

 
 
 

A TIME TO HEAL

We provide support, education and empowerment so that cancer survivors and their caregivers may create their best lives.

ALL BETTY’S CHILDREN

All Betty’s Children provides care, comfort, and support through emotional, financial, and other means to families confronting cancer during their time of need.

AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY - NEBRASKA CHAPTER

The American Cancer Society has programs and services to help you manage cancer treatment and recovery and find the emotional support you need. And best of all, our help is free.

COLUMBUS CANCER CARE FOUNDATION

Our mission is to CARE by providing Community outreach and education, Access to cancer care, Resources for cancer patients and their families, and Education for the community and area healthcare professionals, regarding cancer prevention, early detection, screening and treatment options.

david spence cancer foundation

The David Spence Cancer Foundation provides support to defeat ALL cancers, not just one in particular. No staff, no expenses and all time is donated. Together we can ease suffering, provide hope, and save lives.

dreamweaver foundation - omaha

We Are Dreamers. All of us. And we live our lives trying to make those dreams come true. Yet there are some that don’t have the means to make it happen. Dreamweaver Foundation fulfills lifelong dreams for terminally ill seniors in need.

FESTIVAL OF HOPE - SCOTTSBLUFF

The Festival of Hope is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to help cancer patients who live in Western Nebraska and Eastern Wyoming with non-medical expenses as they relate to their cancer care and treatment. There is a sincere interest by the Festival of Hope to help those applicants who qualify for assistance.

gift of hope cancer foundation - north platte

The Gift of Hope Cancer Foundation is a nonprofit organization that works torward the accomplishment of the following: Recruit volunteers to help cancer patients and their families who need assistance to accomplish tasks made difficult or impossible by the disease. Collect and distribute monetary gifts and other donations.

giving hope cancer fund - nemaha county

The Giving Hope Cancer Fund is a local organization serving the people of Nemaha County. Our mission and purpose is to provide monetary assistance to Nemaha County residents for costs incurred during cancer treatments outside of Nemaha County.

grace cancer foundation - grand island

GRACE Cancer Foundation assists cancer patients who live within 40 miles of Grand Island, Nebraska, or are being treated at the Saint Francis Cancer Treatment Center in Grand Island, or the Mary Lanning Healthcare - Morrison Cancer Center in Hastings. Help is available through several methods, such as gas cards, assistance with medical bills, household expenses, and more.

GRIEF’S JOURNEY (the collective for hope) - OMAHA

The Collective for Hope is a registered 501(c)3 organization, sharing its non-profit status with its program brands: Grief’s Journey, HEALing Embrace, and Ted E. Bear Hollow.

No one has to walk their grief journey alone. We believe everyone has a right to excellent and compassionate grief support and that our community is stronger with it. All of our grief support programs are offered free of charge. Learn more about our educational services and professional training as well.

Harper’s hope at methodist estabrook cancer center

A cancer diagnosis is a beginning, not an end. Harper's Hope, a comprehensive cancer survivorship program, offers services to help improve quality of life for cancer survivors.

heartland cancer foundation

Our mission is to provide practical and immediate assistance to cancer patients so they can focus on healing. People with cancer should not fall behind because they struggle to afford their expenses. Be a part of our mission to encourage local cancer patients with compassion and assistance so they can thrive.

liz’s legacy

Liz's Legacy is a charitable program that supports cancer research, education and patient care at the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center. The University of Nebraska Foundation manages the program and ensures that donations made by individuals, corporations and other foundations are properly distributed. The mission of Liz's Legacy is to continue Liz Karnes' fight against cancer by supporting cutting-edge medical research and extraordinary care at one of the country's premier cancer centers.

make-a-wish, nebraska

Together, we create life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. Every 34 minutes Make-A-Wish® grants the wish of a child diagnosed with a life-threatening medical condition in the United States and its territories. We believe that a wish experience can be a game-changer. This one belief guides us in everything we do. It inspires us to grant wishes that change the lives of the kids we serve.

mary lanning healthcare, morrison cancer center

The From the Heart Fund at Mary Lanning Healthcare's Morrison Cancer Center helps their patients and families pay for everyday essentials and special needs while undergoing cancer treatment. Donations to this fund help pay for rent, groceries, childcare, gas, wigs, prosthetics and other expenses not covered by insurance. 

 On behalf of our patients, we thank you in advance for your consideration to donate, please reach us at 402-460-5899.

MEMORIES FOR KIDS

Our mission is to create lifelong memories for children who have a parent with stage IV cancer. There are many organizations that help children with a terminal illness, but there is a major void in any organization helping children who are facing the loss of a parent. Looking through the eyes of a child……….and after many tears and endless determination Memories For Kids was created to help create lifelong memories for children who have a parent with terminal cancer. Our hearts go out to each and every one of you!

metro area youth foundation

The Metro Area Youth Foundation, Inc. is a corporation formed by the Omaha, Nebraska area Optimist Clubs., here to provide financial assistance to families with children experiencing cancer. Our goals: Provide financial and other support to children receiving treatment for cancer. Assist families and care partners of pediatric cancer patients. Assist healthcare providers and camps serving children with cancer.

ncs hope foundation - nebraska cancer specialists

The NCS HOPE Foundation is a fully exempt non-profit foundation to raise and distribute funds to improve cancer care for you, your family and your friends. 100 % of every gift benefits cancer patients and the community.

NEBRASKA CANCER COALITION

Cancer is the leading cause of death in Nebraska. It touches men, women, and children in rural, urban, and suburban neighborhoods. It wreaks havoc in the lives it touches, in families and in communities. Cancer deepens already existing disparities in access to cancer screenings and treatment.  

It is a disease that needs a neutral voice to coordinate efforts across our state to reduce its impact and to improve lives touched by cancer Nebraska Cancer Coalition is that voice. 

We are committed to providing an environment for conversations and work to be done from a variety of perspectives, voices and partners with the goal being to achieve our mission and vision.

VISION:  Conquering Cancer Together

MISSION:  Connecting people and resources to strengthen cancer prevention, detection and quality of life in Nebraska.

nebraska cancer specialists

No matter the stage or the prognosis, a cancer diagnosis completely changes your life. At Nebraska Cancer Specialists, we are dedicated to making the process- from treatment through recovery- go as smoothly as possible for you. We have many services to help support you and your caregivers.

nebraska foundation for cancer research

The Nebraska Foundation for Cancer Research is a Non-Profit organization established in 2013. Our mission is to financially support local and national cancer research programs, to reduce the number of lives taken by cancer, help the families affected by the loss of a loved one from cancer and support the efforts of finding a cure.

NEBRASKA MEDICINE CANCER SURVIVORSHIP program

Cancer survivorship is more than surviving cancer. It starts from the time you are diagnosed, and continues after treatment. At Nebraska Medicine, survivorship even includes your family, friends and caregivers. Cancer and its treatment can result in long-lasting or late-onset effects. Our program addresses various problems cancer survivors may face after therapy ends. Find out more about the support we offer.

 
 
 

night of hope foundation - Sidney and Cheyenne County

Lodging, student scholarships, annual donation to Team Jack or Eppley Cancer Center, support retreats and luncheons.

 
 
 

RAINBOW HOUSE - OMAHA

The Carolyn Scott Rainbow House located at 7825 Farnam Drive in Omaha is a 56-room guest house for out-of-town families who are coming to Children’s Hospital & Medical Center from more than 60 miles outside of Omaha.

 
 
 

richardson county cancer fund

The Richardson County Cancer Fund, Inc., is a local organization serving the people of Richardson County. Our mission and purpose is to provide monetary assistance to Richardson County residents for transportation costs incurred during cancer treatments outside of Richardson County.

 
 
Ronald McDonald House Omaha

ronald mcdonald house

At Ronald McDonald House in Omaha, we’re for the fighters. The caregivers. The ones who have packed up their families and sick kiddos, traveled hundreds of miles to an unfamiliar city, skipped meals, lost sleep, cried silently, fought ferociously and hoped for the best even when faced with the worst. This House is a place where caregivers can refuel for the fight ahead with nutritious meals and restful sleep, play areas and quiet nooks; a place where they can rally around hope alongside fellow fighters. And a place that the Omaha community can rally around too.

Sandhills Cancer Fund

sandhills cancer fund

We are a 501(c)3 organization founded to provide financial support to cancer patients who reside in the Nebraska sandhills area. our intent is to assist with expenses, support, and information to help the cancer patient deal with their diagnoses and treatment. We provide financial assistance to help cover out of pocket expenses such as fuel, meals and lodging for the patient and one caregiver when they travel to appointments and treatments outside of their town.

 
 
 

SCARE AWAY CANCER

Scare Away Cancer is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. What makes our structure even more unique is it's operated 100% by volunteers! That's right, the "staff" are all volunteers from MCL Construction and others in the community. Our collaborative group is in charge of sponsorships, decorations, entertainment, and so much more. A selfless act of giving without expecting anything in return. Our motto: Have Fun, Make a Difference, and The Money Stays Here. It's important to us that the funds donated stay in our community where it can make an immediate impact.

students together against cancer - university of nebraska, lincoln

It is the mission of Students Together Against Cancer: To provide emotional and financial assistance to local cancer patients. To provide students with practical opportunities to develop skills in their areas of interest. To assist other cancer-related organizations and initiatives.

totes of hope - lincoln

Totes of Hope started in 2013 after walking through the cancer battle with friends and experiencing how important hope and encouragement are throughout their journey. Our goal is to let these warriors know that we care about them and that they are not alone in their fight. Through the tremendous effort of board members, community volunteers, and donors, we have distributed nearly 2,000 totes and backpacks to men, women, and children in their cancer journey.

wear yellow

Our purpose from the very beginning was to bring people passionate about cycling together to celebrate life and fight cancer. Your gift directly supports Nebraska's cancer survivors in important ways that may otherwise not be addressed.

your team foundation - omaha

The mission of YourTeam is to utilize the giving and volunteer spirit of our community to fulfill the unmet needs and improve the lives of cancer patients and their families. YourTeam is dedicated to helping cancer patients in the Omaha-area get through the challenging times by recruiting and coordinating volunteers to meet the core needs of the individual and their family to the best of our ability.