When the six founders of Hats for Hope were initially sitting around the table in 2001discussing the needs of the cancer community and where charitable funding might be needed, one common goal always was present: the charity being created would raise funds to provide something that is not covered by insurance AND would help women with their self esteem during or after cancer treatment. After much discussion, the wig program was established in 2002.
Additionally, in 2006, Marian Medical Foundation presented Hats for Hope with a cancer related need that was not covered through other programs…..funding for mastectomy patients in need of prosthesis, bras and various other related items. This met the criteria originally discussed with the founders of the charity. It was at that time Hats for Hope began their Grant Program to Marian Medical Foundation for women who do not have the resources to cover these items.
For more information about this program contact Jenny Davis at the Marian Medical Foundation, at 805-739-3784 or go to their web-site www.supportmarianmedical.org
