RESTORATION GRANT PROGRAM

Cancer binds its victims. It places shackles around their hands and feet, and all they crave is freedom. And cancer patients and survivors have to work for that freedom—whether it be through treatment, counseling or just trying to figure out how to be a normal human in abnormal circumstances. It's hard. It's exhausting.

118 Foundation believes that sickness is not anyone's story—that cancer does not define someone's life. We believe in restoration for folks who are clawing their way out of cancer. We believe cancer patients and survivors should have unwavering confidence that they will live a full, abundant life beyond their struggle with cancer. And that belief became the cornerstone of 118's Restoration Grant Program.

Eligibility

Eligibility is simple. The candidate must be:

Ages 18-39 years-old.
Currently undergoing cancer treatment, recently diagnosed, or within 5 years post-treatment.

You can apply for yourself or nominate someone else.

Note: You may apply once per calendar year. Previous recipients can reapply in future years (just not within the same year).

Process

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and reviewed quarterly. Application deadlines:

September 1
December 1
March 1
June 1

It is our sincerest hope to help as many people as possible, so we have created a system that allows candidates to submit their applications beyond the deadline.

Individuals will be considered once a calendar year and may be reconsidered subsequent years. Please feel free to reapply.

Grant award amounts will be determined based on the needs outlined in the applications and the thoughtful consideration of the review committee.

FAQ's

What can the grant money be used for?
- Here are some of our suggestions:
  - Counseling
  - Hiring a nanny or babysitter
  - Offsetting "hidden" costs for treatment: parking, transportation, hotel stays, food, comfortable clothing, supplies, etc.
  - A spa day
  - Dinner with friends
  - A celebration for giving cancer what-for
- And what you may not spend the money on:
  - Legal fees
  - Traditionally-defined luxury items, including (but not limited to): handbags, cars or jewelry
  - School tuition
    - NOTE: Education is important, but Restoration Grants are not categorized as scholarships and may not be used as such. However, these grants may be used to offset other costs associated with attending college, such as rent, supplies, etc.

What if I am not/my nominee is not awarded?
- Please don't be discouraged. We will keep the application live for a year, and if you are not selected in a year's time, please feel free to reapply.

How are these grants funded?
- These grants are funded by generous donors and partners who want to see young people overcome cancer and live an incredible life.

Typing and communicating through written word is hard for me right now. Can I apply via video or voice memo?
- Absolutely. Just send your file(s) to restoration@118foundation.org.

Where does my information go?
- The information from Restoration Grant applications is stored securely and only viewed by the review committee. Your information will not be sold or made public. Ever.

What if I have questions or need help?
- Please email restoration@118foundation.org, and we will take care of you.

RESTORATION GRANT APPLICATION

Please fill out the information below to apply for 118's Restoration Grant. Please be honest and open, but share only what you are comfortable with. Your privacy is important to us, and nothing you share will be released without your signed consent. (And we will absolutely not sell your information.)

At the bottom of the application you will find a place to upload proof of diagnosis. Please do not feel like you have to disclose any private information here: We just need a diagnosis and the applicant's name on one screenshot or paperwork scan. If needed, a 118 representative will reach out for further verification. If you have any issues uploading, you can send your proof of diagnosis to restoration@118foundation.org.

You are also free to send in a video or voice memo to answer the questions below. If you need to do so, just email the file to restoration@118foundation.org.

If you have any questions or issues, please email restoration@118foundation.org.

Are you nominating an individual for a grant? If so, please include your name, email, and phone number below. Please fill out the remaining information on behalf of the person you are nominating. If you are self-applying, please skip this question.

First name

Last name

Address

Phone

Birthday

Month

Day

Year

FOR SELF APPLICANTS: Please include a name and email for a secondary contact. This person can be a friend, colleague or family member, and we will only contact them if we cannot reach you and need to follow up on a grant award.

Diagnosis

What does restoration mean to you? In other words, how do you or the person you are nominating intend to overcome the setbacks that cancer has caused?

How will this grant be used?

Cancer doesn’t just attack the body; It invades the mind and soul as well. How have you seen this in your life or your nominee's life and how can organizations, like the 118 Foundation, help young people overcoming cancer find complete healing?

118 Foundation believes sickness is not anyone's story. Tell us about yourself or the person you are nominating. What are your/their hobbies, profession, passions, and aspirations?

How did you find out about this grant?

Please sign below to verify the information you are submitting is truthful and to the best of your knowledge.

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Please upload proof of diagnosis. You may also choose to send documentation to restoration@118foundation.org.

RESTORATION GRANT PROGRAM

RESTORATION GRANT APPLICATION

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