The Paula Takacs Foundation is proud to partner with Family Reach, a national nonprofit dedicated to supporting families facing cancer-related financial hardships. Treatment requires more than medicine; patients and their families need a roof over their heads, food on the table, and reliable transportation to access care.
The Paula Takacs Foundation, in partnership with Family Reach,is launching the Sarcoma Fund, a dedicated financial assistance program supporting North Carolina sarcoma patients by helping cover essential non-medical expenses, including:
By eliminating financial barriers, this partnership ensures that sarcoma patients can focus on their health rather than the stress of basic living expenses.
To qualify for financial assistance through the Sarcoma Fund, applicants must meet the following criteria:
Eligible patients must be receiving treatment at one of the following hospitals:
In addition to financial assistance, Family Reach offers a Financial Resource Center to help patients and caregivers navigate the economic challenges of cancer treatment. Resources include:
Healthcare professionals can submit an application on behalf of an eligible patient using the link below:
Submit an Application“While our mission remains rooted in funding local research, expanding global hope, and amplifying awareness, we recognize that financial hardships can create barriers to treatment. Our partnership with Family Reach allows us to extend direct support to North Carolina sarcoma patients, ensuring they have the essential resources needed to focus on healing. We are proud to take this step in breaking down financial barriers and providing hope on every level”
— Christine Wade, Paula Takacs Foundation
