- What makes Steven's Hope different
from other Non-Profit Organizations?
- Who can receive assistance?
- Does the child's illness have to be
terminal?
- How is assistance requested?
- What is a financial need?
- Does the family have to pay back the
assistance?
- How much assistance can a family receive?
- Are there any income qualifications
before getting any assistance?
- What type of assistance is available?
- Are there any restrictions on who
can get assistance?
- Where does Steven's Hope get money?
- Does Steven's Hope telemarket?
- How do I get more information on
Steven's Hope?
- How do I make a contribution?
- Is my financial contribution tax-deductible?
- How
much of my money goes to the programs?
- How does Steven's Hope publicize
its mission and goals?
- Can other groups help Steven's Hope?
- Will Steven's Hope work with any
other charities?
What makes Steven's Hope different from other organizations?
Our programs generally provide for families AFTER
the child has been discharged from the hospital
and is receiving "outpatient" treatment.
Other well-known national organizations located
near hospitals do fantastic work and offer similar
services. However, they are designed for the family
while the child is IN the hospital. Our signature
program, Housing for Hope, may provide the family
with a fully furnished residence and all the necessities.
We try to be the place families go as they transition
from the hospital to home. As an example, a heart
transplant patient may be discharged from the
hospital as soon as 3 weeks after the surgery,
but would be required to stay within 20 minutes
of the hospital for up to 6 months.
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Who can receive assistance?
The family of a child under 18 years of age, who is under a physician’s care receiving outpatient treatment for a serious or life threatening illness or condition. This includes recovering from transplant surgery, radiation therapy for cancer, bone marrow, serious trauma etc.
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.Does the child's illness have to be terminal?
Our programs are designed to assist those suffering from serious conditions but do not have to be terminal.
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How is assistance requested?
In order to receive assistance, 1) a child must be referred to Steven's Hope by a hospital social worker, 2) the family should demonstrate they are financially in need of assistance, 3) the social worker must complete the appropriate request application specifying the type of support and approximate length of time needed.
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What
is "financial
need?"
A financial need would be a shortfall of money to pay for the necessary living expenses away from home during the required outpatient treatment at selected facilities that cannot be made up from family sources, i.e., savings, insurance, their own community or church.
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Does the family have to pay back the assistance?
No. Donations are accepted, but the family is under no obligation to repay any of the gifts, services, or goods received from Steven's Hope for Children, Inc.
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How much assistance can a family receive?
This is based on three items. 1) Length of time and amount of support needed, 2) financial need of the family, and 3) amount of funds available by Steven's Hope.
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Are there income qualifications before getting any assistance?
No. There is no minimum or maximum income guidelines. Our assistance is based solely on need.
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What type of assistance is available?
We try to supplement the expenses that are incurred by the family while away from home relating to the extended care of the child. It may be assisting with housing, meals, or flying in a relative to help in the child's recovery efforts.
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Are there any restrictions on who can get assistance?
Yes. We will help families that do not have the financial support to meet the additional needs expense. If a family has the resources from personal savings, insurance, family, friends, community, etc., and cannot demonstrate the need for our support, their request for assistance will be denied.
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Where does Steven's Hope get money?
SHFC raises money through donations of individuals, companies and foundations as well as through special fundraising events and grants. You can view lists of our donors on our website.
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Does Steven' Hope telemarket?
No. SHFC does not telemarket individuals at their residence. We do contact individuals, companies and corporations who have been referred to us by previous donors or volunteers.
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How do I get more information on Steven's Hope?
Just call us at 866-3-STEVEN toll free, or fill out the information request on the website. We will be glad to answer any questions you may have.
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How do I make a contribution?
Just call us at 866-3-STEVEN toll free, or fill out the donation form on the website. We appreciate all donations, cash, in-kind, or volunteer time.
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Is my contribution tax-deductible?
Yes, but always consult your tax professional about your donation. Steven's Hope for Children, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit agency.
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How much of my money goes to the program?
We operate out of a modest office space, have
minimal payroll and rely heavily on volunteer
efforts. We do have to pay for things like phone
charges, postage, insurance and rent and event
expenses. Much of our promotional materials design,
letterhead, phone system and most of the office
supplies are being donated. The rest of the money
is going to our programs.
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How does Steven's Hope publicize its mission and goals?
We rely on the contributions of the media (paper,
television and radio) to assist us with press
releases and human interest stories whenever possible.
Also, we rely on businesses and corporations for
the introduction of Steven's Hope to their employees,
affiliates and associates. And, of course, by
word of mouth advertising. We have a quarterly
newsletter that is sent out to our donors and
interested persons.
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Can other groups help Steven's Hope?
Definitely! If your school, civic group, or organization would like to plan an event or a fundraising campaign for the benefit of SHFC, please contact us
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Will Steven's Hope work with any other charities?
Yes. That is why we created Fill A Need. From time to time, we will work with other non-profits with similar goals, as we will be able to help the community more by joining forces for a specific purpose. It is an opportunity to increase public awareness of our goals, and continue our quest for assisting more children.
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