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This section includes various resources for young adults with cancer, including websites, camps and retreats, and educational scholarships.
Websites
Critical Mass: The Young Adult Cancer Alliance
I’m Too Young for This! Foundation
National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship
The Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults
Camps and Retreats
Whether it is a summer camp, a week long retreat, or a weekend gathering, children, adults, and families can come together to experience new adventures, find support, and learn something new about themselves. Find a camp or retreat for you and your family.
Scholarship and Financial Aid Resources
American Cancer Society: Some regional divisions of the ACS offer scholarships for childhood cancer survivors. Contact the ACS to learn about the programs available in your state.
Andre Sobel River of Life Foundation
FinAid: Financial Aid for Students with Disabilities
Komen College Scholarship Program
The Patient Advocate Foundation's Scholarships
Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation Scholarship Program: For brain tumor survivors
The Stephen T. Marchello Scholarship Foundation: For residents of Colorado and Montana
Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults National College Scholarship Program
If your organization offers scholarships for teens with cancer, please call 888-651-3038 or e-mail contactus@cancer.net.