The National Childrens Cancer Society
Address
2900 Frank Scott Parkway West
#928
Belleville, IL 62223
(314) 241-1600
AKA:
NCCS
Description:
The National Children's Cancer Society (NCCS) provides emotional, financial and educational support to children with cancer, their families and survivors. Services include Family Support Program, Beyond the Cure, Transportation Assistance Fund, Emergency Assistance Fund, and Global Outreach Program.
ALSO KNOWN AS
NCCS
Handicap Accessible?
Yes
Is Shelter?
No
Related Resource
Date of Official Change:
February 14, 2024
Employer ID:
371227890
Year Incorporated:
1987
Address Listings
Physical (Primary)
2900 Frank Scott Parkway West
#928
Belleville, IL 62223
Contacts
Shelly Schuetz
Jessica Cook
Phone Numbers
Main
(314) 241-1600
Fax
(314) 241-1996
Toll Free
(800) 532-6459
Legal Status:
Non-Profit
Accessibility:
Designated Parking, Outside Ramps, Wheelchair Access
Services
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Description
Provides a list of resources to areas related to childhood cancer outside of the organization's services such as clinical trials, employment, grief counseling, wish foundations and more.
Hours
24 Hours
Required Documents
No Documentation Required
Eligibility
No Restrictions
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Visit Website www.thenccs.org/education-and-resources/helpful-links/ For Information
Languages
English
Offered Outside of Physical Location
Yes
Service Area
- Missouri State - Illinois State
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Missouri
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Description
The purpose of this group is to provide a compassionate and supportive environment for parents, guardians, and survivors of childhood cancer. It is a place to connect, offer and receive support and encouragement and to share tips and resources.
Hours
24 hours
Required Documents
No Documentation Required
Eligibility
Individuals affected by childhood cancer and their families
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call or Visit Website at www.facebook.com/groups/childhoodcancersupportnccs to Apply
Languages
English
Offered Outside of Physical Location
Yes
Service Area
- Missouri State - Illinois State
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Missouri
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Description
Provides transportation assistance to ensure a child with cancer gets the life-saving treatment they need.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:15pm
Required Documents
- Letter from a hospital professional (social worker, doctor, or nurse) - Families most recent bank statement(s), if applicable.
Eligibility
- Child must be diagnosed with cancer. If your child has a brain tumor, the tumor must be high grade (III or IV) or anaplastic to be eligible. - Child must have been diagnosed on or before his/her 18th birthday and treated before his/her 21st birthday. Adults who relapse after their 18th birthday and who were not previously assisted are not eligible for services. - Child must be a citizen of the United States or reside in the United States with an I-551 card (green card) for 12 months without prior history of the current illness. - Household must have less than $5,000 in easily accessible bank accounts (such as checking, savings and fundraising accounts).
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call or Visit Website at thenccs.org/financial-assistance/ to Apply
Languages
English
Offered Outside of Physical Location
Yes
Service Area
- Missouri State - Illinois State
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Missouri
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Description
Provides unrestricted emergency financial assistance for household expenses, health care expenses such as health insurance premiums or treatment related expenses.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:15pm
Required Documents
- Letter rom a hospital professional (social worker, doctor, or nurse) - Copy of the family's most recent bank statement(s), if applicable.
Eligibility
- Child must be diagnosed with cancer. If your child has a brain tumor, the tumor must be high grade (III or IV) or anaplastic to be eligible. - Child must have been diagnosed on or before his/her 18th birthday and treated before his/her 21st birthday. Adults who relapse after their 18th birthday and who were not previously assisted are not eligible for services. - Child must be a citizen of the United States or reside in the United States with an I-551 card (green card) for 12 months without prior history of the current illness. - Household must have less than $5,000 in easily accessible bank accounts (such as checking, savings and fundraising accounts).
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call or Visit Website at thenccs.org/financial-assistance/ to Apply
Languages
English
Offered Outside of Physical Location
Yes
Service Area
- Missouri State - Illinois State
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Missouri
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Description
Awards scholarships to college students who are childhood cancer survivors who have overcome the difficult challenges of cancer with determination and motivation.
Hours
Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 4:15pm
Required Documents
Scholarship Application
Eligibility
- Childhood cancer survivor under the age of 25 and diagnosed before the age of 18 with cancer or a high grade or anaplastic brain tumor - Citizen of the United States living within the country and attending school in the U.S. - Attending an accredited post-secondary or graduate school in the fall of 2024 with a 2.5 minimum GPA
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call or Visit Website at thenccs.org/scholarship/ to Apply
Languages
English
Offered Outside of Physical Location
Yes
Service Area
- Missouri State - Illinois State
Geography Served
- Illinois
- Missouri
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