Skip to content
Apply for Help
Donate
Comunale_Website_DataGraphics_Foundation Programs

Foundation Programs

The Comunale Cancer Foundation provides cancer support programs for individuals and families across Northeast Ohio. Our programs ease financial burdens, restore hope and bring comfort to those impacted by cancer. We support patients and families with emergency financial assistance, Jane’s Sunshine Bags, holiday meals and Summer Horse Camps for Kids. Every program provides compassionate support, meaningful connection and moments of joy for cancer patients and their families.

Mid section of man calculating bills on mobile phone-1
General Financial Assistance 

 The Foundation provides assistance with rent or mortgage payments, utility bills (excluding non-essential utilities such as cable TV or internet connections) and other day-to-day financial needs determined on a case-by-case basis. Applications are required. 

Apply Now
janes-sunshine-fund
Jane's Sunshine Fund

Jane's Sunshine Fund provides small moments of joy to those facing cancer and their families. Grants may be used to send flowers, a gift card to a favorite restaurant, tickets to an event or the theatre, a massage and more. Learn more and nominate a recipient.

Nominate Someone
Meal Delivery Program Volunteers 1,200 x 700 px 800x540
Holiday Meals Program

We deliver nearly 200 meal kits between Thanksgiving and Christmas so that families battling cancer have a complete meal to share. We believe that no one should spend the holidays worrying about what's for dinner. Learn more about the program. 

Learn More
Comunale_Website_DataGraphics_Partner Programs
Partner Programs

In addition to our Foundation-led programs, we work with regional partners to provide additional support to cancer patients and families.

Learn more about our partner programs
Copy of 411971388_765998448905584_8816036718905481645_n
TESTIMONIAL
Moments of joy show someone cares

"Thank you for the tote bag and many goodies you enclosed. Being remembered at a time like this puts a shining spot on knowing someone cares and has you in their thoughts. The work you all are doing for cancer patients is admirable."

— Cancer patient and Sunshine Bag recipient 

Support our work
Comunale_Website_DataGraphics_Foundation Programs

FAQs

Do your services cost anything?

Thanks to the generous support of our dedicated donors, and our longstanding community relations, we are pleased to provide programs and services at no cost to our applicants and participants.

Where are you located?

We are based in Akron, Ohio (Summit County) but our grant giving and programming reach into Medina, Portage, Stark and Wayne counties.

How do I contact someone about my application or a general question?
Reach out to us anytime at info@stephencomunale.org or 234.706.2052.