Services Provided

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Necessity Bags

Bags are provided to families at U of M Sparrow Lansing with a newly diagnosed child with cancer or other life-threatening illnesses. Bags contain toiletries and helpful items needed for an extended hospital stay.

Snack Pantry

Clinic visits can be long – sometimes lasting several hours. A snack box is available at U of M Sparrow Lansing for patient use.

Backpacks

Each newly-diagnosed child at University of Michigan Health - Sparrow Lansing fills out a questionnaire and items are purchased from that list to help entertain them while they are in treatment.

Research

50% of our funding goes directly to support pediatric oncology research. Visit the research tab to learn more about the funded research projects.

Gas Cards

Traveling to and from the clinic and/or hospital several times a month can be costly. Gas cards are provided for those in need of some assistance with their transportation costs.

Other Services:

In addition to the services we provide, we also step in to:

help make a birthday or holiday special
support life threatening procedures
coordinate visits with MSU athletes at U of M Sparrow Lansing
help with special circumstances

How You Can Help - There are many ways you can make a difference in the lives of children and families facing cancer. No gift is too small, and no act of kindness goes unnoticed.

We gratefully accept donations of new and gently used laptops, handheld video game consoles, etc. to provide to local families with a child fighting cancer. These items can offer comfort, entertainment, and a much-needed distraction during an incredibly difficult time.

Financial support is also essential to our mission. Without the generosity of caring individuals, businesses, and community members, we would not be able to provide the support and resources that local families need. Every donation, no matter the size, helps us continue our work and reach more families.

All donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law and are sincerely appreciated. Your generosity can bring hope, comfort, and a little joy to a child and family when they need it most.

If you have questions, suggestions, or ideas about how we can strengthen and improve our program, please contact us at brandondefense@gmail.com. We would love to hear from you!