What does the Blue Fund do?

The Blue Fund provides limited, short-term financial assistance to men experiencing an initial prostate cancer diagnosis or a disease recurrence.

How much can the Blue Fund provide to me?

The Blue Fund provides assistance short term (up to three months) with a maximum of $1,000 per month.

Will I receive the money directly?

No. The Blue Fund provides payment to the creditors directly.

What bills can the Blue Fund cover?

The Blue Fund can pay for utility bills, mortgage or rent, car or car insurance payment, license plate tabs, health insurance premiums, or prescription co-pays; no partial payments of bills will be made and assistance can’t exceed $1,000 per month.

The Blue Fund cannot pay for medical bills, credit cards, or past-due accounts.

How can I qualify for this assistance?

Applicants must provide proof of income less than 250% of the most recent Federal Poverty Guidelines based on number of household members.

Applicants must reside in the state of Michigan.

Applicants must be receiving an active treatment, for example prostatectomy, radiation, or chemo. Active surveillance or ongoing hormone therapy are NOT eligible treatments.

Each case will be considered on an individual basis, taking into consideration recent hardships incurred and debt to income ratios.

How can I submit my application for assistance?

Applications and accompanying paperwork are due by the last day of the month to be considered for the following month’s payments.

Applications can be filled out online and supporting bills and/or accompanying paperwork can be uploaded to the Checklist document.

You may also download a PDF version that you can print, fill in, and mail back to Michigan Men’s Health Foundation, 419 Golf View Lane, Rochester, MI 48309.
Images of the printed forms may also be returned via email to info@MI-MHF.org

Do I need to reapply each month?

Yes. A shortened form may be used if an application was received within last two months. This re-application form can be found on our website.

Do you have an email for other communication?

Yes! You may reach us via email at info@MI-MHF.org

Where does the Blue Fund money come from?

Michigan Men’s Health Foundation receives private donations and raises funds at our signature events for The Blue Fund. Learn more here.

Are my donations tax-deductible?

Yes! Any funds donated to Michigan Men’s Health Foundation are tax deductible under section 501(c)(3). Funds can be designated to The Blue Fund or any other program offered. Click here to visit our donation page!

What are the income guidelines you follow?

We follow the Federal Poverty Guidelines, which are updated annually.