Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form<\/p>\n
Organization Name: The Blood Cancer Foundation of Michigan
\nLegal Name (if Different): The Blood Cancer Foundation of Michigan
\nAlso Known As: Children’s Leukemia Foundation of Michigan
\nMailing Address: 27655 Middlebelt Rd. Suite 160
\nCity: Farmington Hills
\nState: MI
\nPostal Code: 48334
\nMain Phone: 2485303000
\nMain Fax: 2485303042
\nOrganization Website: bcfmichigan.org
\nEmployer ID Number: 38-1682300
\nOrganization Tax Status: 501 (c) (3)<\/p>\n
Proposal Information<\/p>\n
Today’s Date: March 22, 2024
\nRequested Amount: $10,000<\/p>\n
Project Title: Social support for children with blood cancer
\nProject Description:<\/p>\n
Research indicates that social support may play a protective role in the face of stress and help children and adolescents cope with the demands and challenges they face on a daily basis during their cancer journey.
\nGreater levels of social support have been linked to better adaptation among siblings of children with cancer. <\/p>\n
Having honed our programming since 1952, The Blood Cancer Foundation of MI (BCFM) regards social supports and social events as a critical aspect of the 4 pillars we offer for patients with blood cancer. For patient families, this support is integral. Explained by \u201cthe Doe\u2019s\u201d, regarding our Holiday Toys Program:
\n\u201cIt took such a heavy burden off our shoulders,\u201d Jane Doe explained. \u201cWith just my husband working, and all of the expenses that come with the addition of my cancer and other illnesses, every bit of help we can receive is always a blessing. The gifts you guys gave to our children definitely made it [the first anniversary of Jane\u2019s cancer returning] brighter and easier for us.\u201d
\nThe Holiday Toys program in which over 750 children receive gift(s) from us, is available to all pediatric patients, siblings and kids of adult patients. Holiday toys provide a vastly significant relief for parents dealing with life threatening illness in the home.<\/p>\n
Additionally, we provide social outings during the year, including a Valentine\u2019s Day dance, sporting events, zoo and water park visits, family picnics, harvest season events, and seasonal parties. <\/p>\n
Play helps children relax and reduces stress and anxiety. It helps children with cancer to express thoughts and feelings about a diagnosis and treatment. In play, their experiences are normalized, families reconnect, friendships emerge, and children and siblings understand that they are not alone and that community in like circumstances can make the difference. Find additional stories at:<\/p>\n