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Financial Assistance and Counseling
Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society (NMCRS)
Located in Waukee, Iowa, the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society is dedicated to supporting active duty and retired Sailors and Marines through essential financial assistance and counseling services. We understand the unique challenges faced by our military community and strive to alleviate financial stress by offering help with various needs such as food, rent, utilities, and healthcare costs. Our program provides not only funds for emergency situations like medical expenses and car repairs but also resources for financial education and establishing new residences. Whether you are dealing with pay shortages, delayed entitlements, or unexpected expenses, we are here to provide compassionate support and practical solutions tailored to your circumstances. Our office is ready to assist you in navigating your options for financial relief, ensuring that you receive the help you need as you serve or transition from service.
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Supportive Services for BIPOC Sex Workers
BIPOC Adult Industry Collective
Supportive Services for BIPOC Sex Workers in Waukee, IA, is a vital collective led by performers and sex workers, dedicated to empowering individuals from diverse backgrounds in the sex trades. By ensuring that sex workers hold key positions of leadership, we advocate for their rights and well-being. Our organization offers essential labor advocacy and financial assistance while expanding access to critical mental health, medical, and legal services specifically tailored for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color engaged in sex work. We are committed to fostering a supportive environment that addresses the unique challenges faced by the community, ensuring that every voice is heard and valued.
Waukee, IA
Financial Assistance Funds
Guidance Medical
Located in Waukee, IA, Financial Assistance Funds is dedicated to helping children with special health care needs and their families navigate the financial challenges associated with medical care. We provide essential financial assistance for medical costs, including prescriptions, medical bills, and durable medical equipment, as well as support for necessary non-medical expenses like home modifications, clothing, and everyday necessities. We also cover healthcare utilization costs such as travel to medical appointments, lodging, and parking fees, ensuring families can access the care their children need without additional burdens. With grants available up to $500 per family, we aim to alleviate financial stress and promote the well-being of families facing these challenges. Our commitment is to review requests promptly, with a minimum processing time of 15 business days, as we strive to offer timely support to those in need.
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General Support For Children With Cancer
Hailey Bankhead Foundation (HBF)
The Hailey Bankhead Foundation in Waukee, IA, is dedicated to providing vital support to children battling cancer and their families, addressing needs that may be overlooked during early diagnosis. Our services include care packages filled with essential items, emergency financial assistance, and therapeutic activities that promote healing and resilience. We offer support groups for connection, spiritual guidance for emotional strength, and practical resources such as grocery and gas cards, along with meal vouchers and gift certificates to ease the financial burden during challenging times. We strive to be a compassionate ally for families navigating the journey of childhood cancer, ensuring they receive the comprehensive support they deserve.
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Iowa Individual Disaster Assistance Grant Program (IIAGP)
Iowa Community Action Association
The Iowa Individual Disaster Assistance Grant Program (IIAGP) is dedicated to providing crucial financial support to families in Waukee and surrounding areas affected by disasters. Activated by a disaster proclamation from the Governor, this program offers grants to households with annual incomes at or below 200% of the federal poverty level, helping them recover and rebuild. Each eligible household can receive up to $5,000 to assist with essential needs such as temporary housing, food assistance, replacement of personal property, and necessary home repairs. We invite impacted families to take immediate action by downloading the application and submitting it to a local Community Action Association before the deadline, ensuring that support is readily available when it is needed most.
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Patient Aid Program
Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS)
Located in Waukee, IA, the Patient Aid Program is dedicated to providing critical support for individuals facing non-medical expenses related to their treatment. We understand the financial strain that can accompany health challenges, which is why we offer a one-time stipend of $100, aimed at alleviating costs for transportation, food, housing, and utilities. Our goal is to empower patients during difficult times by offering timely emergency payments to ease their burdens. Please note that the continuation of our program depends on the availability of funds, and we encourage applicants to stay informed about any changes that may arise in our offerings.
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Pink'd Helping Hand
Project Pinkd
Pink'd Helping Hand is dedicated to alleviating the financial challenges faced by underserved breast cancer survivors in Waukee, IA, who are actively undergoing treatment. Our program provides critical assistance with essential expenses, including rent or mortgage payments, insurance premiums, childcare costs, transportation, utility bills, groceries, and prescriptions. We strive to support survivors in their journey towards recovery by ensuring they can focus on their health and well-being without the added stress of financial burdens. To apply for assistance, all grant requests must be submitted through the Project Pink'd Grant Portal by your nurse navigator, social worker, or healthcare provider.
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OvarCare Patient Assistance Program
Ovarcome
The OvarCare Patient Assistance Program in Waukee, IA, is dedicated to supporting women battling ovarian cancer by providing essential resources during their journey. Our program offers financial assistance tailored specifically for ovarian cancer patients in need, including a $200 financial grant, along with $100 gas and grocery cards to help ease everyday burdens. Beyond financial support, we facilitate psycho-social counseling sessions conducted via phone by licensed social workers, and genetic counseling sessions to empower our patients with crucial information. We encourage healthcare providers—physicians, nurses, and social workers—to submit applications on behalf of patients. Applications are processed in the order they are received, and funding is allocated based on availability. We are here to honor the strength and resilience of these remarkable women with compassionate care and practical assistance.
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Urgent Need Program
Leukemia And Lymphoma Society
The Urgent Need Program in Waukee, IA, is dedicated to providing essential financial assistance to those facing non-medical expenses during challenging times. Understanding the urgency of these needs, we offer a range of support, including aid for rent, mortgage, utilities, lodging, childcare, elder care, food, transportation, and even car repairs. We strive to relieve the pressures of daily living costs so that eligible patients can focus on their health and recovery. Our funding may vary throughout the year, and we encourage individuals to stay informed about available resources to ensure they receive the assistance they need promptly.
Waukee, IA
Financial Assistance
Patches of Light
Patches of Light is dedicated to supporting families in Waukee, IA, who are grappling with catastrophic health issues and financial hardships. By collaborating with medical teams, we provide essential financial assistance, including help with utility bills, housing support, gas cards, and grocery cards, ensuring that families can focus on what truly matters—their children's health. To maintain confidentiality and streamline the process, applications must be submitted through hospital staff, typically requiring a review period of 2-3 weeks. To enhance communication and efficiency, we encourage petitioners to send a confirmation email upon submission of their application, allowing us to verify receipt and expedite processing. At Patches of Light, we are committed to making a practical impact in the lives of families during their most challenging times.
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Grant Program
American Childrens Cancer Benevolence Fund (ACCBF)
The American Children's Cancer Benevolence Fund (ACCBF) offers a compassionate Grant Program designed to provide vital financial support to families facing the challenges of a child's cancer diagnosis, as well as to cancer survivors within four years of remission. Based in Waukee, IA, our program aims to alleviate the financial burden on families by assisting with essential needs such as housing, utilities, food, medical expenses, prescriptions, transportation to treatment facilities, and lodging during extended medical care. Each request for financial assistance is thoughtfully evaluated on an individual basis, and funds are allocated based on availability and the details provided in the Benevolence Request Application. With our commitment to support, accepted grant requests are paid directly to service providers to ensure families receive the help they need during these critical times.
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SNAP Hotline
Iowa Food Bank Association
The SNAP Hotline, part of the Iowa Food Bank Association, is dedicated to providing essential SNAP enrollment assistance to low-income individuals and families in Waukee, IA. Our mission is to help you secure the resources you need to purchase groceries on your schedule, offering support for the application process and ensuring you understand the benefits available through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. With our hotline available from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, and extended hours during peak times, we are here to guide you every step of the way toward accessing vital food assistance.
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Practical Abortion Fund
Midwest Access Coalition (MAC)
Practical Abortion Fund in Waukee, IA, is dedicated to ensuring that individuals in the Midwest can access safe and legal abortion services without undue financial burden. We provide vital support including travel coordination, lodging, food assistance, and emotional support. Our mission is to alleviate the challenges associated with obtaining an abortion by offering financial assistance for travel costs, accommodation, meals, childcare, and medication. While we do not fund abortion procedures directly, we connect clients with resources that may help cover those expenses. If you need assistance, please reach out at least five days in advance, and our Intake Coordinators will respond within 24 hours to help you navigate the support available to you.
Food Pantries & Support in Waukee, IA
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