Patches of Light provides essential financial assistance to families in Mission, KS, grappling with the challenges of catastrophic health issues affecting their children. Our mission is to alleviate the burdens faced by these families by offering support for utilities, housing, gas, and grocery expenses. To maintain confidentiality and ensure a thorough vetting process, applications are exclusively accepted from hospital staff who are working directly with the family, and the processing period typically spans 2-3 weeks. We understand the emotional and practical weight of these situations, and we are dedicated to facilitating this crucial support while adhering to strict privacy protocols. We encourage hospital staff to confirm the submission of applications via email, helping us ensure timely processing and focused assistance to those in need.