$48,724 raised by 102 donors
81% complete
$60,000 Goal
Our Why?
At Ray of Hope, we believe that no one should have to choose between their health and their home. If a family can’t meet their basic needs, cancer treatment takes a back seat.
Ray of Hope Cancer Foundation has supported Colorado cancer patients for over 20 years. Your gift helps Coloradans battling cancer when treatment impedes their ability to meet their most basic needs. Our grants help reduce worry and stress so patients can focus on healing. Ray of Hope is dedicated to helping combat the financial toxicity associated with a cancer diagnosis.
All donations from Colorado Gives Day will fund our work and efforts to ensure that no Colorado cancer patient in need goes without support.
"Our family was able to use our assistance on gas to get to and from radiation daily. We were able to pay some of our car payments and insurance, as well as pay for prescriptions that insurance did not cover. We also purchased specialty products for our daughter, such as warm clothing, special snacks, and comfort items. Her cancer is gone now and that is the best gift ever!" - 2022 Family of Pediatric Grantee
"I am a single father of a 9-year-old daughter. I have stage 4 non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma. I am struggling badly financially. The struggles have been real to say the least. I am barely surviving. I was not prepared for a cancer diagnosis, now my life is falling apart. I am thankful though for the HOPE you have given me during this trying time and the financial support!" - 2023 Grantee
"It was such a nice surprise to open your envelope and see that check. This will cover almost 3 months of my medical bill payments. I seriously cannot say thank you enough or express how touched I am by your kindness. THANK YOU SO MUCH! - 2023 Grantee
To respond to the urgent needs of Colorado cancer patients by providing financial assistance with dignity and humanity.
The Ray of Hope Cancer Foundation was established in 2002 by oncologist Dr. David Schrier in memory of his patient, Ray Wentz. At 17 Ray was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. Ray was a courageous teen with a bright smile who inspired those around him with his bravery and grace. He and his teenage sister lived independently and struggled to pay rent and buy food. The work we do today allows his positivity and light to shine on.
It has been 20 years since Ray inspired Dr. Schrier and the stories of need and relief that we receive show us that we make a difference in providing hope and a little comfort from mounting bills for cancer patients struggling to meet their basic needs. Not all our clients can reach out and let us know how we made an impact, but the ones that do keep us motivated.
Organization name
Ray of Hope Cancer Foundation
other names
ROHCF, The Raymond Wentz Foundation
2002
Tax id (EIN)
27-0029283
Category
Human Services
Organization Size
Medium Organization
Address
1385 S. Colorado Blvd., Suite 108Denver County, CO, US
Phone
303 835 2568
Other
720-727-5108
Other
720-300-2095