Grants
Bereavement Grant
Our bereavement grant offers financial support to families during this incredibly difficult time. This once-off payment provides immediate assistance following the devastating loss of a child to cancer, helping families to feel supported and allowing them to focus on their emotional wellbeing without the added burden of financial stress.
- This is a one-off grant of €1,000
- It is not means tested
- You may also have received grants from other charities
Eligibility Criteria:
- The child or young person died under the age of 24
- From a diagnosis of childhood cancer
- The child or young person died after 30th June 2024
- Lived permanently in Ireland
How to apply
Request full information and an application from supports@childhoodcancer.ie
Relapse or Recurrence Grant
We also provide a Relapse Grant to support parents when a child, adolescent or young adult experiences a relapse of childhood cancer.
The Relapse Grant is not means tested. This grant application must be made through your medical team.
How to apply
Please email supports@childhoodcancer.ie for full eligibility criteria for this grant and speak to your medical or social work team to start the application process.
