A NON-PROFIT BREAST CANCER ORGANIZATION
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Our Financial Assistance Programs (Active)
Empowering Women Through the Breast Cancer Journey
At PINK “ME” ®, we know that navigating breast cancer treatment can feel overwhelming—emotionally, physically, and financially. Every decision we make is guided by deep respect for what you are carrying and by our commitment to showing up with care, clarity, and compassion.
Our Programs
1. Connected by Cells Program
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Stay connected through our patient portal, where support, encouragement, and meaningful connection are always within reach.
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We offer financial assistance to women currently in breast cancer treatment—helping with essential medical bills and everyday household expenses, so you can focus on what matters most: your health and recovery.
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For breast cancer survivors, this program offers financial assistance to support continued healing and a healthy, fulfilling life after treatment.
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Understanding the burden of treatment expenses and time away from work, this program helps ease food insecurity for cancer patients and their caregivers—providing access to nourishing meals during a critical time.
What to Know About Financial Assistance Support
Our financial assistance grants are provided on a one-time basis during each approved grant period. Once approved, all required bill submissions must be completed within the designated month to ensure timely and efficient processing.
To help set clear expectations, please note:
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Approved funds are available only during the assigned grant period and do not roll over
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Assistance is limited to eligible expenses within the approved program and does not cover past-due rent, mortgage, or car payments
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All bills must be submitted together at one time; partial submissions cannot be accepted
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Partial payments are not permitted
While these guidelines are necessary to ensure fairness and efficiency, our commitment remains rooted in compassion—working to ease financial stress wherever and whenever we can.
Financial Assistance Programs
Breast Cancer Treatment Financial Assistance Grant
Support for treatment-related needs
Grant amount: Up to $500
Survivor Health & Wellness Grant
Support for healing, recovery, and overall well-being
Grant amount: Up to $250
PINK “ME” Food — No Hunger Grocery Cards
Additional Support & Financial Assistance Guidelines
To further ease daily burdens, approved recipients of either program may also receive:
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Up to $125 in grocery gift cards, accepted at approved grocery stores
To better meet urgent needs, grocery gift cards are provided in place of submitting a grocery list—allowing recipients the flexibility to purchase food when it is needed most.
Financial Assistance Guidelines
Our financial assistance programs provide support on a one-time basis. Once approved, all bill submissions must be completed within the designated grant month to ensure timely processing.
Important Notes:
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Approved funds are available only during the assigned grant period and will not roll over
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Assistance does not cover past-due rent, mortgage, car payments, or expenses outside of the approved program
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All bills must be submitted at one time—partial submissions cannot be accepted
These guidelines allow us to serve as many individuals and families as possible with the resources available.
For questions regarding our financial or food assistance programs, please contact us at:
financialassistance@pink-me.org
Application Timeline and Process
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May - June
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November - December
Applications open during the months of May and November and close on the last day of each month. Approved assistance is distributed, and bills are processed during the following months (June and December).
All applications are reviewed with care and consideration, based on eligibility, available funding, and the timely submission of all required documentation.
If you have questions, need clarification, or would appreciate guidance through the process, please contact us at:
financialassistance@pinkme.org.
Apply Through Our: Patient Support Portal
PINK "ME" Up Food- No Hunger Project
Recognizing the impact of treatment costs and lost work time, this initiative addresses food insecurities among cancer patients and their caregivers, ensuring access to nutritious food.
Food insecurity is more prevalent among cancer patients and their caregivers due to treatment costs and lost work time, leading to reduced grocery spending. The American Cancer Society highlights this issue, with fightcancer.org noting that 40% of survivors have incurred debt to buy food, and 11% have delayed or skipped treatment to afford it. Food insecurity also correlates with lower cancer screening rates, including for breast cancer.
In efforts to assist with food insecurities that our recent friends have experienced, we are pleased to announce a new initiative towards addressing food insecurities among those affected by breast cancer.
PINK “ME” Breast Cancer Treatment Health Assistance Grant Program
PINK “ME” Breast Cancer Treatment Health Assistance offers financial assistance for essential living and healthcare-related expenses to individuals actively receiving breast cancer treatment. Program enrollment is available twice annually and is subject to available funding.
Beyond financial relief, our goal is to empower women through education and access to their health information and medical records—fostering informed decision-making, advocacy, and improved treatment outcomes.
Application Periods
The Breast Cancer Treatment Financial Assistance Program opens during the following application windows:
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May through June
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November through December
Grant Distribution
PINK “ME” ® provides financial assistance through direct bill payments, offering support for immediate needs during breast cancer treatment.
Examples of Grant Support:
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Up to $500 Grant → Up to $500 for one month
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Up to $400 Grant → Up to $400 for one month
Grant amounts are determined based on demonstrated need, eligibility, and available program funding.
Who Qualifies And What To Know About The Breast Cancer Treatment Health Assistance Grant Program
YOU MUST BE IN ACTIVE TREATMENT. Active treatment is defined and specified as: the period after a positive diagnosis of breast cancer has been made (with a diagnostic biopsy), and during which therapies are being managed, including surgical procedures to remove the cancerous cells (e.g. single or bi-lateral mastectomy, lumpectomy, axillary dissection, or sentinel node biopsy), chemotherapy or radiation. Active treatment does not include reconstruction surgeries or long-term hormonal therapies (including Tamoxifen, Fareston, Arimidex, Aromasin, Femara, Zoladex/Lupron, Megace, and Halotestin).
PINK "ME” Breast Cancer Treatment Assistance Program is not an emergency fund and cannot provide immediate financial assistance.
You must provide proof of a current diagnosis via a signed, dated letter on official letterhead AND complete the PINK "ME” Breast Cancer Treatment Health Assistance Application.
Amount of assistance given on a one-time basis with a financial limit of up to $500.00 based on qualification, available program funds and need.
If I’m Accepted Into The Program, How Do I Receive The Financial Assistance?
The individual selected for this program will not receive the money directly. PINK “ME” will directly make a payment to a bill of the person’s choice that does not exceed the amount of the money given. Payments may be for, but not limited to utility bills, mortgage or rent, car or car insurance payment, health insurance premiums, hotel stay of family members caring for individual, cost for out-of-state care and treatment transfer cost, plane ticket, gas, medication, medical supplies, and office visit co-pays, and much more may be paid with this financial assistance.
Bills in the process of collection will not be considered. By applying to our programs, you are certifying that all information submitted to PINK"ME” is accurate and true, to the best of your knowledge. Any false statements may disqualify you from our program.
PINK "ME” does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, age, nationality, gender, or ethnicity.
PINK “ME” Survivor Health and Wellness Assistance Grant Program
Health and wellness is an important process of breast cancer survivors and the process of achieving one’s personal best state of mental and physical health. An active lifestyle can contribute to an increase state of one’s health and wellness. Wellness isn’t just about eating healthy foods, such as lean proteins, vegetables, and maintaining an active lifestyle. It is also about the 7 dimensions of wellness, which are:
1. Social
2. Emotional
3. Spiritual
4. Environmental
5. Occupational
6. Intellectual
7. Physical Wellbeing
PINK "ME” Survivor Health and Wellness Assistance provide financial assistance for basic living and healthcare expenses to eligible breast cancer survivors.
PINK “ME” Program enrollment is available twice annually and is subject to available funding.
Our goal is to provide resources and financial support to those that are post one year of breast cancer treatments and surgeries.
Application Periods
The Breast Cancer Treatment Financial Assistance Program opens during the following application windows:
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May through June
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November through December
Applications are reviewed for upcoming quarterly placement based on eligibility and funding availability.
Grant Distribution
PINK "ME" provides financial assistance through direct bill payments. Grant awards are issued to support immediate needs during treatment.
Examples of Grant Support:
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Up to $250 Grant → Up to $250 for one month
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Grant amounts are determined based on demonstrated need, eligibility, and available program funding.
Who Qualifies And What To Know About The Survivor Health And Wellness Assistance Grant Program
You must be a cancer survivor, past one year of all cancer treatments. PINK "ME” Survivor Health and Wellness Financial Assistance Program is not an emergency fund and cannot provide immediate financial assistance. Amount of assistance given on short-term basis with a financial limit of up to $250.00 based on qualification, available program funds and need.
IF I’M ACCEPTED INTO THE PROGRAM, HOW DO I RECEIVE THE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE?
The individual selected for this program will not receive the money directly. PINK “ME” will directly make a payment to a bill of the person’s choice that does not exceed the amount of the money given. Payments may be for, but not limited to health and wellness support services, access to post-treatment follow-up care services and health care plans, screenings for a breast cancer recurrence and for second primary breast cancer, accessibility and management of physical and psychosocial long-term and late effects of breast cancer treatment care.
Bills in the process of collection will not be considered. By applying to our programs, you are certifying that all information submitted to PINK"ME” is accurate and true, to the best of your knowledge. Any false statements may disqualify you from our program.
PINK "ME” does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, age, nationality, gender, or ethnicity.
PINK "ME" Up and Go Tote Bags
Tote bags and swag are provided to individuals who are accepted into the breast cancer treatment or survivor health and wellness program(s).
Here is what some friends of PINK "ME" have said about the impact of its Programs and Services
“Thank you, a million times, for making the payment to the hospital. PINK "ME" has been a live saver for me and a friend. When I have been at my lowest, you have been there. I will never forget that.”
— Anonymous
“Thank you! I'm so grateful to you for purchasing my compression sleeve. Today was radiation treatment #13 of #25, and no lymphedema.”
— Anonymous
"Dear Pink Me and Team,
Thank you so very much for restoring my faith in humanity! I just got your package with the mug and bag and the firewood will be so appreciated!"
— Anonymous
" Thank you.
The red, white, and pink roses I received yesterday at the NMCC are beautiful. The waiting room was full of flowers and people there for appointments. Clearly your kindness and thoughtfulness were appreciated.
— K.C.
" Thanks for the burst of happy.Thank you for the roses and baby's breath. I received at my appointment at New Mexico Cancer Center. At my age, Valentine's Day comes and goes without so much as a twinkle. But, thanks to your thoughtfulness, I am enjoying a pretty bouquet.
— Anonymous
Dear Pink Me Team,
Thank you for the wonderful care package that arrived today. I love ALL my goodies and especially the Kendra Scott necklace. I feel so blessed that you have come into my life during these difficult times. I can feel your warmth and love all the way from NM!!! I cannot thank you enough for brightening my life with your amazing generosity. God bless you all and I hope to be able to give back to the breast cancer community when I have recovered.”
— Anonymous
"Greetings,
I have attached a copy of my recent electric bill. If you do not accept it by PDF I can mail it, please just let me know.
Many many thanks for helping with this bill. I am about to start radiation at $60.00 cop-payments. This helps a lot with my financial stress load. I am so grateful to your organization!"
— Anonymous
“Thank you so much for the beautiful gifts. That was so very, very kind, thoughtful, generous, and wonderful of you. I am amazed how wonderful you all are. Each of you are so very busy, yet take the time out of your busy days to make sure other people are taken care of. You are truly amazing. Thank you for your friendship and support.”
— Anonymous