Asia
A selection of organizations across Asia that support children with cancer and their families through financial assistance, accommodation, transportation, medical support, food and other practical services.
Support for families.
These organizations provide practical, social or financial support to children with cancer and their families. Open an organization’s website to learn about eligibility and how to request support.
ASHIC
Family support for children with cancer, including low- to no-cost accommodation near major pediatric oncology services for families travelling from rural areas.
ASHIC →Yayasan Anyo Indonesia
Provides temporary accommodation for children with cancer travelling to Jakarta for treatment, including meals and everyday necessities for the child and accompanying family member.
Yayasan Anyo Indonesia →MAHAK
Financial and medical support for children with cancer and their families, including assistance with treatment, medication, accommodation and transportation.
MAHAK →Children’s Cancer Association of Japan
Financial assistance for families of children with cancer, counselling by specialist social workers and lodging assistance for families travelling for treatment.
Children’s Cancer Association of Japan →King Hussein Cancer Foundation & Center
Cancer care and support for patients and families, including financial and psychological assistance for eligible patients and a nonprofit cancer-care insurance programme.
King Hussein Cancer Foundation →Children’s Cancer Center of Lebanon
Provides cancer treatment to children at no cost to their families, supported through charitable funding.
Children’s Cancer Center of Lebanon →Hayim Association
Support for children with cancer and their families, including financial assistance, transportation, equipment, welfare support and family activities.
Hayim Association →Children’s Cancer Foundation
Financial assistance for families experiencing hardship, including support for food and maintenance, transportation, medical costs and schooling.
Children’s Cancer Foundation →Sarawak Children’s Cancer Society
Financial assistance, transportation subsidies, medical sponsorships and temporary accommodation with food and transport for families travelling for treatment.
Sarawak Children’s Cancer Society →St. Jude India ChildCare Centres
Free accommodation and holistic support for underprivileged children undergoing cancer treatment, including transport, nutritious food, counselling and support for parents.
St. Jude India ChildCare Centres →Indira Cancer Trust
Free support for cancer patients and families, including financial aid, transport allowances, medication and equipment support, nutritional assistance and a dedicated cancer helpline.
Indira Cancer Trust →Korean Association for Children with Leukemia and Cancer
Support programmes for children with cancer and their families, including family programmes, educational support and assistance related to treatment costs.
Korean Association for Children with Leukemia and Cancer →A note about financial assistance
Eligibility, available funding and application procedures can change. Some organizations provide support only to families receiving treatment at specific hospitals or meeting particular financial or medical criteria. Always check the organization’s official website for current requirements before applying.
You don't have to navigate this alone.
If you are unsure where to start, a hospital social worker, doctor or healthcare team may also be able to connect you with local financial and practical support.