Financial support

The Sophie’s Sparkle Fund was set up by Alex and Kirsty Taylor in 2021 as a legacy for their daughter, Sophie. They hope this Fund will bring a smile to your child’s face.

You can apply for up to £250 for an experience or for something that will bring your child battling cancer some joy.

When receiving a diagnosis of a brain tumour, financial concerns can quickly become a source of worry with the challenges of balancing caregiving responsibilities with work. Brainstust aim to address the topic of financial support for brain tumour patients and offer guidance on the following areas:

• Assistance from welfare and benefits advisor volunteers
• Relevant organisations providing helpful guidance
• Financial aid for medication expenses
• Travel insurance considerations

Brainstrust aims to provide the necessary information to alleviate financial worries during your brain tumour journey.

At Young Lives vs Cancer, they understand the immense financial burden families face when dealing with childhood cancer. From travel expenses to loss of income due to time away from work and the reliance on carer’s benefits, there are multiple ways it can impact you. However, Young Lives vs Cancer is here to support you during these challenging times by providing grants that aim to alleviate some of the financial strain and help you when you need it the most.

The Brain Tumour Charity has partnered with Citizens Advice to offer specialised benefits and money advice to individuals affected by brain tumours and their parents/carers who may need to stop working to provide care throughout the day. They help people affected by brain tumours access the financial support they are entitled to and provide advice on effective money management.

The experienced advisors from The Brain Tumour Charity can answer your questions about claiming benefits and explain the financial support you may be eligible for.

The financial strain on your family during childhood cancer is significant. Expenses such as travel costs, unpaid work leave, and reliance on carer’s benefits can have a profound impact. At Lennox Children’s Cancer Fund, they understand these challenges and are dedicated to providing grants that offer assistance during your time of need.

Macmillan Grants offer a single payment of £350, providing assistance with the additional expenses that come with living with cancer. These grants can be utilized to support various needs, including:

• Travel costs associated with hospital visits
• Home Energy bills
• Home adaptations
• Travel costs for hospital visits
• Other additional expenses resulting from cancer.

In addition to Macmillan Grants, we also provide information on alternative grants and loans that are accessible to individuals living with cancer.