Accessing Financial Support for Cancer Patients in Nebraska: Resources and Tips

Accessing Financial Support for Cancer Patients in Nebraska: Resources and Tips

Discover the various financial resources and support options available for cancer patients in Nebraska. Find programs and services to ease the financial burden right here in the Nebraska Cancer Network.

Dealing with cancer is challenging enough without the added financial burden that often comes with it. In Nebraska, many organizations are stepping up to offer support and resources to cancer patients and their families. Here at the Nebraska Cancer Network, we’ve made it our mission to connect patients with the assistance they need. In this blog post, we will discuss the financial support options available in Nebraska.

Financial Assistance Programs for Cancer Patients in Nebraska

There are many organizations in Nebraska that can help cancer patients and their loved ones. They include:

All Betty's Children

All Betty's Children is a non-profit organization founded in memory of Betty Zikmund, who passed away from cancer. Their mission is to support cancer patients and their families in the North Platte area by providing financial assistance for medical expenses, transportation, and lodging. To learn more about All Betty's Children and how you can support their cause, visit http://allbettyschildren.com/.

CancerCare

CancerCare is a national organization that offers limited financial assistance for cancer-related costs, such as transportation, home care, and child care. www.cancercare.org/financial_assistance

Gift of Hope Cancer Foundation, Norfolk

Gift of Hope Cancer Foundation is a non-profit organization committed to helping cancer patients in Northeast Nebraska. They provide assistance for various needs, such as transportation, lodging, and medical expenses. By offering financial support, Gift of Hope Norfolk aims to reduce the stress and burden cancer can place on patients and their families. For more information, visit their website at this link.

Grace Cancer Foundation

The Grace Cancer Foundation is a non-profit organization that provides financial assistance to cancer patients and their families in Central Nebraska. They offer support for expenses such as medical bills, transportation, and lodging, allowing patients to focus on their treatment and recovery. Learn more about the Grace Cancer Foundation and how you can help by visiting their website here.

Heartland Cancer Foundation

The Heartland Cancer Foundation is dedicated to providing financial support to cancer patients in need across Nebraska and Western Iowa. They offer assistance for various expenses, including medical bills, transportation, and basic living expenses, to help lessen the financial burden associated with cancer treatment. To learn more about the Heartland Cancer Foundation and their support programs, visit https://www.heartlandcancerfoundation.org/.

Lions Club

Lions Clubs International is a global service organization with local clubs in Nebraska, committed to making a difference in their communities. Many Lions Club chapters provide financial support for cancer patients, assisting with expenses like medical bills, transportation, and other cancer-related costs. To find a local Lions Club in Nebraska and learn more about their programs, visit https://www.lionsclubs.org/en/start-our-approach/club-locator.

Scare Away Cancer

Scare Away Cancer is a non-profit organization that raises funds to support cancer patients and their families in Nebraska. Through various fundraising events, such as their annual haunted house, they provide financial assistance for expenses like medical bills, transportation, and lodging. Discover more about Scare Away Cancer and their upcoming events by visiting https://www.scareawaycancer.org/.

Wings of Hope

Wings of Hope is a non-profit organization that offers financial support to cancer patients, survivors and care partners free of charge, in the Omaha/Council Bluffs metro and throughout southwest Iowa. They provide assistance for various cancer-related expenses, including medical bills, transportation, and lodging. By helping to alleviate some of the financial burden, Wings of Hope aims to give cancer patients the support they need during their treatment and recovery. For more information, visit their website at www.wingsofhope.org.


Cancer patients in Nebraska have access to a variety of financial support options to help ease the burden of cancer-related expenses. The Nebraska Cancer Network plays a crucial role in connecting patients with these resources, from financial assistance programs to counselling and navigation services. By understanding and utilizing these resources, cancer patients in Nebraska can focus on what matters most – their health and recovery.

Find more financial cancer support in Nebraska right here in the NCAN website as well as in our app!

NCAN App: Support for Nebraska cancer patients and their loved ones

Support For Nebraska Cancer Patients: Nebraska Cancer Network App