2026 GRANT PERIOD — APRIL 15 TO DECEMBER 12
We Fight So You Can Focus on Healing
The Mandatory 8 Count Cancer Foundation is now accepting applications for the 2026 grant period. If you're a low-income cancer survivor struggling to pay everyday bills, we're here.
Grant Period Closes: December 12, 2026 — Applications are open now through December 12, 2026. Don't wait — grants are awarded on a rolling basis while funds are available.
$150K+
Granted to survivors
25
States served
140+
Chapter cities
2026
Active grant year
What We Help Pay
We cover the bills that pile up while you're fighting for your life.
Rent
One or more months of rent so you don't lose your home during treatment.
Car Payments
Keep your vehicle so you can get to chemo, radiation, and doctor visits.
Utilities
Electric, gas, and water bills — the lights stay on while you fight.
Groceries
Food assistance so you and your family stay nourished through treatment.
Cell Phone Bills
Stay connected with your doctors, family, and support network.
How It Works
01
Apply Online
Fill out our simple application on the Application page. It takes about 15 minutes.
02
We Review
Our team reviews your application and verifies your information within a few business days.
03
We Deliver
Approved applicants receive a grant check — sometimes we bring it directly to your door.
Do You Qualify?
We serve low-income cancer survivors across 25 states and 140+ chapter cities.
You are currently battling cancer or in active recovery
You are a low-income household struggling to pay everyday bills
You reside in one of our 25 active states
You apply between April 15 and December 12, 2026
"We bring the check to your door."
— Mandatory 8 Count Cancer Foundation
Can't Apply? You Can Still Fight.
Every dollar you donate goes directly to a cancer survivor's rent, car payment, utilities, or groceries — not overhead. Your gift funds the next grant check.
MANDATORY 8 COUNT CANCER FOUNDATION
The 2026 Grant Period Is Open Now
April 15 – December 12, 2026 · Rolling awards while funds last