What is the Family Fund?
The Family Fund through Marcel's Way was created in 2005 to provide financial assistance to improve the lives of people in New Hampshire who live with the diagnosis of a mitochondrial disorder.
The application process:
Who may apply?
New England area residents, of any age, who have been diagnosed with or is strongly suspected of having a mitochondrial
disorder (and their families) are eligible to apply for funding through the Family Fund.
For what purpose?
Funds may be requested for many purposes but must generally benefit the person with a mitochondrial disorder.
Examples of acceptable purposes include, but are not limited to:
- Costs of medical, dental, vision, hearing, or therapy treatments not covered by insurance or other programs
- Special equipment, services, or supplies
- Modifications to living area, workplace, or vehicle
- Respite services
- Recreational activities
- Vocational, educational, or driver training
Grant Awards
How much do we award?
Most grants range between $100.00 and $1,000.00 but can be larger. Grants are awarded throughout the year as available monies permit.
How do you apply?
Fill out and submit an application to the Family Fund . . . through Marcel's Way. We will acknowledge receipt and let you know the date
it will be reviewed. If you have any questions about the application process, please contact us through our toll free number or email.
How are awards granted?
Awards are based on the applicant's demonstrated need of a product or service, his/her financial circumstances, and the ability of the
Family Fund to improve the quality of life of a grant recipient. Final decisions on all applications are made by the board of directors.
You will be notified of the board's decision on your request within one week of its meeting.
What are the conditions of the grant?
The grant may be paid directly to the recipient or to a vendor or service provider. Invoices or billing statements for products or services
awarded in the grant must be submitted and verified before payment can be made.
What about future requests?
To be sure the Family Fund can help as many people as possible, an individual can apply no more than twice per year. If your request is denied,
you may reapply again six months later for the same or different purpose. Each application should be complete and not rely on any previously
submitted information.
Grant request information:
You can download the Family Fund Application,
or for further information concerning the Family Fund or to receive an application through the mail, please contact:
Marcel's Way P. O. Box 392 New Boston, NH 03070
(603) 487-5500 or toll free (877) 412-4141
info@marcelsway.org