Help while your child is in care, and people who walk with your family.

Hope at Heart FoundationLocal
Local support for families facing childhood cancer. 210-879-8025 (Spanish available)

CHRISTUS Children's Child LifeLocal
Helps kids cope during hospital stays and treatment.

NCI Cancer Information ServiceNational
Free answers about childhood cancer, treatment, and support. 1-800-422-6237 (Spanish available)

Angie's AngelsLocal
Financial help for families facing pediatric cancer or children with a disability. (210) 573-8248

Ava's Hug SquadLocal
Comfort items and support for children in treatment. avashugsquad@gmail.com

B.I.G. Love Cancer CareTexas
Support with food, housing, financial needs, and emotional care at 11 Texas hospitals, including San Antonio. Ask your social worker. admin@biglovecancercare.org

Jaxon's F.R.O.G. FoundationLocal
Comfort, family support, bereavement outreach, and uplifting resources for children in treatment. jaxonsfrogfoundation@gmail.com

Hope Hits HarderLocal
Emergency help including gas cards, meals, and support during treatment. (210) 723-2857

Stay Strong FoundationLocal
Financial assistance, emotional support, family events, and resources for children with life-threatening illnesses. (210) 538-4884

Childhood Cancer Hub & Hope Portal (CAC2)National
Searchable list of 400+ groups offering financial help, travel, camps, gifts, and sibling support.

Specialized help for families facing a DIPG/DMG diagnosis.

My DIPG Navigator (ChadTough)National
Free one-on-one support from oncology nurse navigators for families facing a DIPG/DMG diagnosis, sponsored by the ChadTough Defeat DIPG Foundation.

DIPG Parents Only SanctuaryFacebook
Private Facebook group just for parents of children with DIPG.

DIPG DadsFacebook
Facebook group for fathers of children with DIPG.

DIPG/Brain Tumor/Cancer FamiliesFacebook
Facebook group for families of children with DIPG and other brain cancers. Members are approved by the admins.

DIPG TalkFacebook
Facebook peer support group for DIPG families.

DIPG Awareness for Family and FriendsFacebook
Facebook group for the family and friends of children with DIPG.

Private groups may ask a few questions before you can join.

Getting to appointments and a place to stay near care.

Ronald McDonald House Charities of San AntonioLocal
Free lodging for families with children in medical care. 210-580-9000

American Cancer Society Road To RecoveryNational
Free rides to cancer-related medical appointments. 1-800-227-2345 (Spanish available)

VIA VIAtransLocal
Shared-ride transit for riders who cannot use regular buses. 210-362-5050 (Spanish available)

Chance for Hope ResidenceHouston
Free furnished apartments with shuttle service for families in treatment at the Texas Medical Center in Houston. info@chanceforhopefoundation.org

Meals, groceries, and help applying for benefits.

San Antonio Food BankLocal
Food help and SNAP application support for local families. 210-337-3663

211 TexasTexas
Free 24/7 referrals for food, housing, and more. Dial 211 or 877-541-7905 (Spanish available)

Your Texas Benefits (SNAP)Texas
Apply online for SNAP food benefits and other aid.

These organizations may be able to help with rent, utilities, and other essential expenses.

Catholic Charities Archdiocese of San AntonioLocal
Emergency help with rent, utilities, and basic needs. Best for rent and urgent bills. (210) 222-1294

Salvation Army San Antonio Area CommandLocal
Emergency financial assistance for rent and utilities. Best for short-term crisis help. (210) 352-2000

Family Service Association of San AntonioLocal
Financial help, case management, and counseling. Best for ongoing support and guidance. (210) 299-2400

CPS EnergyLocal
Utility assistance and payment programs. Best for utility bill help. (210) 353-2222

Bexar County Community ResourcesLocal
Information and referrals for rental and utility assistance programs. (210) 335-3666

United Way of San Antonio and Bexar CountyLocal
Connects you to local assistance programs available now. Dial 2-1-1

What to expect: help isn't guaranteed and depends on funding. Many programs ask you to call early in the morning, and you may need to call more than one place.

Grants and direct help with bills during treatment. Many need a referral from your hospital social worker.

Heroes for ChildrenTexas
Direct financial help for Texas families with everyday bills during treatment. 214-256-5616

Leukemia Texas – Patient AidTexas
One-time grant for Texans with leukemia. Applications are closed right now; email to be told when they reopen. patientaid@leukemiatexas.org · 214-265-7393

Clayton Dabney for Kids with CancerTexas
Gifts, last wishes, and financial help for families of children in the final stages of cancer. Your hospital or hospice team makes the referral. 214-361-2600

Live Like Bella Childhood Cancer FoundationNational
Help with utilities, co-pays, transportation, and food during treatment, plus memorial assistance. Apply through their family portal. 786-505-3914

Tyler Robinson FoundationNational
Grants for families facing financial hardship. A social worker at a partner hospital applies for you.

HayesTough FoundationNational
Grants for families fighting childhood cancer anywhere in the U.S. Apply online. info@hayestough.org

Keeping school on track and support for brothers and sisters.

Texas Education Agency – Section 504Texas
School plans and rights when illness affects learning.

Methodist Children's Hospital Child LifeLocal
Hospital support, including school and homebound help. 210-575-7399

Navigate Life TexasTexas
Guides Texas families on school, health, and disability rights. (Spanish available)

Monkey in My ChairNational
Free stuffed monkey and classroom kit that keeps your child's seat at school while they're in treatment. 785-515-2211

Fun, rest, and joy for kids and families.

Camp DiscoveryTexas
Free week-long camp for kids with childhood cancer. 210-365-3554

Make-A-Wish Central & South TexasTexas
Grants wishes for children with critical illnesses. 210-525-9474 (San Antonio office)

One At A Time (Campaign OAAT)National
Runs a fundraising campaign to make one big dream come true for selected children. Register your child online.

Free gifts and comfort items you can request for your child. Most ship to your home.

Jessie Rees Foundation (NEGU) – ClubNEGU & JoyJarsNational
Free JoyJars and recurring gift boxes for kids in treatment, siblings, and parents. 888-648-6348

Ellie's Hats – Care PackageNational
Free personalized care package for your child, with small extras for siblings.

The Magic Yarn ProjectNational
Free handmade character wig or beanie for kids with hair loss.

Whip Pediatric Cancer – Care PackagesNational
Personalized care box with your child's favorite things, shipped to all 50 states.

Cancer Kids First – Care PackagesNational
Volunteer-made care package with a 'dream gift', mailed to families or hospitals. (571) 477-7731

HayesTough – Comfort KitsNational
Comfort kit of hospital-stay essentials for newly diagnosed kids ($10 shipping donation asked).

American Childhood Cancer Organization (ACCO) – Comfort KitNational
Free comfort kit (duffle bag, blanket, pillowcase, cards) for kids and teens in treatment. Formulario en español. (Spanish available)

Barnett-Searing National Cancer Foundation – Shine Kits (teens & young adults)National
Care package made for teens and young adults; nominate yourself or a loved one.

The Confetti Foundation – Birthday in a BoxNational
Free birthday party box for a child in the hospital or clinic on their birthday (request 10+ days ahead). (401) 619-4333

Roc Solid Foundation – Ready BagsNational
Free bag of hospital-stay essentials at diagnosis. Ask your child life specialist or social worker.

Gentle support when a family is grieving.

Children's Bereavement Center of South TexasLocal
Free grief support for children and families. 210-736-4847 (Spanish available)

Comfort Zone CampNational
Free weekend grief camps for kids and teens. 804-377-3430

For families with ties outside Texas. Each group serves only the state(s) shown.

Kisses for Kyle FoundationPA · NJ · DE
Financial help, gift cards, and family events. Your child's social worker emails a request. info@kissesforkyle.org

Keris KaresGeorgia
Family emergency fund that pays household bills. grants@keriskares.org

Team Daniella's Childhood Cancer FoundationFlorida
Financial support for families. Apply online. 786-339-7560

Jessica June Children's Cancer FoundationFlorida
Emergency help with rent, utilities, gas, and food for families in Florida. Your social worker refers you. 954-593-5603 (Spanish available)

Ethen Richardson FoundationGA · SC
Financial and emotional support for families of seriously ill children.

Forever Logan Strong FoundationNew Jersey
Resources, emotional support, and financial help for families. 609-848-4014

The Frances Foundation for Kids Fighting CancerNJ · FL
Special gifts, moments, and financial help for families. (732) 219-7711

The Mya Lin Terry FoundationNew Jersey
Monetary grants for children with cancer living in New Jersey. 732-861-9236