Financial hardships shouldn’t keep patients from getting the treatments they need, which is why we created the Komen Treatment Assistance Program. We know medical treatments and care can be expensive, but there are additional costs that can prevent an individual from receiving the treatment they need.

Treatment Assistance

Eligibility Criteria – Applicant must:

• Currently in treatment for breast cancer,
• Have a current annual household income at or below 300% FPL (see table below),
• Reside in the United States or a US Territory,
• Not received an award in the past 12 months.

Program Overview

• Award amount is based on current stage of cancer. Patients with metastatic (Stage IV) breast cancer will receive $500; patients with earlier-stage breast cancer (Stage 0 to III) will receive $300.
• Cancer stage must be stated on the applicant’s medical provider letter (see application for complete list of requirements).
• Awards may be used for breast cancer treatment related expenses such as:
  • Rent/Housing
  • Utilities/Bills
  • Side-effect management medication (e.g. pain, anti-nausea, etc.)
  • Child care/elder care
  • Oral treatment medication (e.g. chemotherapy, hormone therapy, etc.)
  • Transportation to and from treatment
  • Durable medical equipment (e.g. oxygen tank, walker, etc.)
  • Lymphedema care and supplies
  • Food or groceries
  • Palliative care
  • Home health care

Application Options