New York Families Foundations to check out:

Friends of Karen- https://www.friendsofkaren.org

This was the first organization I worked with when Tenzin was diagnosed. I cannot tell you how warm and compassionate they are. They immediately asked my needs and offered help financially where they could. Additionally they check in monthly on me and the boys. They also offer online art and other support groups for the Cancer Kids and siblings. 

Contractors for Kids- https://contractorsforkids.org

Extremely helpful foundation for financial support. The application process is lengthy and you do need the time to get paperwork in order but once submitted it is a breeze. All I have to do is shoot an email along with copies of the bills I need help with and it is taken to the board for their gifting meetings. They pay directly to the company (i.e. Sprint, Ford, mortgage company). They also send copies of the checks they mail to keep for your own records. 

Kids for Kids- https://www.kidsforkidsnyc.org

wonderful humans are behind this foundation. They assist financially and offer some great opportunities for the kids and families to attend sponsored events.

Kids Need More- https://kidsneedmore.org

I would say this is more specific to Long Island, NY families. My non ck older son attended camp with them. No only did they support him emotionally, they kept in touch with me daily. They even provided transportation to and from camp. Throughout the year they offer virtual classes for games and fun events. During the holidays they send a bus around with volunteers to deliver gifts to families. My older son also does art therapy with them throughout the year. I am not doing them enough justice so they are definitely one to look up and contact to gain more information. 

Daniela Conte Foundation- https://www.danielacontefoundation.org/about-us

this foundation helped me financially with a payment towards bills. They advocate, provide financial support, emotional support, educate and more.

Red Door Community- https://reddoorcommunity.org

they provide supports, workshops, groups etc. They send out frequent emails of the things they have going on. 

B+ - https://www.bepositive.org

This foundation offers so much. Initially they helped me with my phone bill while I was in the hospital. They also offer different programs for the kids and families. We were connected with a young adult mentor for my boys from a local college. 

Corey's Promise- https://www.coreyspromise.org                                                                                                                                                                                                   

This is a local family who started a foundation while their son was sick. His story needs to be shared. I spoke with Corey's father on the phone and was so touched by what they are doing. They help families financially with a child diagnosed with cancer. 

Out of State or National Foundations to check out

LLS (Leukemia and Lymphoma Society)- https://www.lls.org

They offer a vast number of resources such as financial assistance for urgent needs, medical bills and transportation. Education and workshops. Online support groups. Check them out there is probably more that I am not even listing. 

Little Star Foundation- https://www.littlestar.org

This foundation is near and dear to my hear because the kindness in Andrea's heart is so pure. Andrea Jaeger not only helped my family financially but she is someone I am bonded to for life. We spoke on the phone about Tenzin and my family's needs. She used Tenzin's pictures for part of her annual calendar and sent me enough copies to share with family and friends. She is just such a kind soul and someone other need to know about. 

NEGU- Joy Factory -www.negu.org

They send out monthly joy jars filled with different items for the cancer kiddo. They also learn about the children and families. They sent us T-shirts and even have some cool resources on guides on their site. 

Momcology- https://momcology.org

an organization that serves the caregivers of children with cancer. They offer online workshops, retreats, education and support.

Caps for Kids- https://www.capforkids.org

this organization's goal is to bring cheer to families afflicted by childhood cancer. They help financially with a 1xyear sizable grant. The grant can be to cover day to day expenses such as groceries, bills, rent/mortgage etc. They can also offer character visits. Their background story is pretty amazing and definitely worth looking into.

My Parker Project- https://myparkerproject.org

I was lucky enough to speak directly to Parker's father; Dan. He was so kind to my family. He and his family has been through so much and are giving back. They help financially with everyday expenses, transportation assistance and even some small theme park trips.

Superhero Project -

they help your child come up with a superhero based off of themselves and then make a caricature poster of them using professional artists

The Pablove Foundation-

they offer photography and videography classes to help you child journal their story while learning the basics of the art forms (in person and virtual offered based on location)

Help Me Bounce-

they help to make a fundraising webpage for everyday expenses

CCRF (Children's Cancer Research Fund)-

They offer quite a bit- fundraising ideas, education and workshops, They also team with James Orrigo who I cannot say enough about. He helps the children develop their own game by coming up with ideas, music and then creates it working his magic. Check him out at

ladinabattle.com

Hopecam- 

they focus on lessening the social isolation children with cancer feel. They offer ways to connect children with technology to assist with socialization safely. They can offer technology items and also work with the school.

Live Like Bella- https://livelikebella.org/

This foundation is run by the parents of a child who lost her battle with cancer. They raise awareness as well as offer emotional and financial support to families affected by childhood cancer.

Siani Strong- http://www.sianistrong.org

another family run foundation with a goal to raise awareness, offer support emotionally and financially for families with children with blood cancer. 

Keri's Kares- https://www.keriskares.org/

family run foundation that aims to provide advocacy and critical support for families faced with a pediatric cancer diagnosis.

MaxLove Project- maxloveproject.org

this foundation offers a variety of programs and projects. They have an app for connecting families and offers some support resources. They also have some cool culinary projects. Another one who really wants to offer emotional support to the entire family.

Saint Baldricks- https://www.stbaldricks.org

They are not limited to what we all know them best for "shave a thons" to raise money for cancer research but they also offer other resources. During the holidays they helped me financially so that I could pay bills and buy Christmas presents for the boys. 

Pinky Swear- https://pinkyswear.org

This one is also near and dear to my heart. They help financially with gas cards, grocery cards but they also offer programs throughout the year. The boys and I participated in online activities in which we were linked with college students. We did a cupcake war and an edible science experiment. The boys loved connecting with the students and doing something fun. They also sent both of my boys cards on their birthdays. 

Casey Cares- https://www.caseycares.org/

Such an uplifting and supportive foundation. They have creative ways to make the kids and the families days. They have sent up blankets, small gifts, board game and even offered events for free. They are so worth looking into.

Savvy Giving By Design- https://savvygivingbydesign.org/

These woman work magic. When I initially reached out I didn't expect much especially since they really didn't work in my area. But I figured it couldn't hurt to ask. Initially due to location it didn't look like we would be able to make anything work. All of a sudden a month later I received the sweetest email explaining that they were able to locate a designer willing to make over BOTH of the boys' rooms. Now this was a lengthy process which we were totally willing to go on. The idea of a room makeover meant a lot to the boys and I. We had moved a month before Tenzin's diagnosis so I didn't have much time to get their rooms in order. I wanted them each to have a place of fun and calm in our home especially with what we were going through. Our designer came to our home and spoke to the boys about their ideas. She was so open and lovely. For months we went back and forth about furniture, timelines, fundraising etc. On Tenzin's birthday it all came together and the rooms were completed. Each of the boys had a freshly painted room, beautiful themed design and new furniture. I cannot even thank them enough for the gift they gave us.