FINANCIAL SUPPORT · SOUTH AMERICA

South America

Organizations and programs that may help families affected by childhood cancer with treatment-related costs, transportation, accommodation, food, and everyday needs.

FINANCIAL RESOURCES

Support for families.

The organizations below provide different forms of practical, social, and financial support. Eligibility, application procedures, and available services vary, so always check the organization's official website before applying.

01

Fundación Natalí Dafne Flexer

Free support for children and young people with cancer and their families, including guidance with medication, accommodation, transportation, treatment access, and social assistance.

Argentina
02

Fundación María Cecilia

Provides comprehensive, free childhood oncology care for low-income children through a multidisciplinary service within a public hospital.

Argentina
03

Fundação Sara

Support for children and adolescents with cancer and their families, including social assistance, transportation, accommodation, food, and help accessing treatment.

Brazil
04

Instituto Ronald McDonald

Programs that provide families with accommodation, food, transportation, family spaces, and psychosocial support during childhood cancer treatment.

Brazil
05

Fundación Nuestros Hijos

Comprehensive support for children and adolescents with cancer and their families, including social programs, rehabilitation, accommodation, and educational support.

Chile
06

Fundación Camino

Free accommodation, meals, transportation, psychosocial care, and educational support for adolescents with cancer and their caregivers.

Chile
07

Corporación Oncomamás

Free comprehensive support for children, adolescents, and families affected by cancer, including assistance with access to treatment and family support services.

Chile
08

Fundación SANAR

Integral support for children and adolescents with cancer and their families, including social, psychological, and practical assistance during treatment.

Colombia
09

Fundación Peruana de Cáncer

Free assistance for patients with limited resources, including accommodation, food, social assistance, nursing, and transportation for patients and caregivers.

Peru
12

Fundación Pérez Scremini

Free comprehensive childhood cancer care in Uruguay, including treatment, medication, transportation, food, psychosocial support, and accommodation for families travelling for treatment.

Uruguay
BEFORE APPLYING

A note about financial assistance

Eligibility requirements, available services, and application procedures can vary between organizations and countries. Some programs may require a referral from a hospital or healthcare professional. Before applying, visit the organization's official website and check the current requirements for your situation.

SOUTH AMERICA

You don't have to navigate this alone.

If you are unsure where to begin, a child's healthcare team or hospital social worker may also be able to help identify programs and organizations available in your country.