Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about our grant programs, donations, and how we support women with breast cancer.
General Questions
Everything you need to know about our organization and grant process.
Pawsitively 4 Pink is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 2018 in Worcester, Massachusetts. We provide direct financial assistance rent, utilities, heating, and transportation to low-income, underserved women diagnosed with breast cancer across Massachusetts, with support continuing up to six months after treatment ends.
Yes, we are a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization.
Our Tax ID is 83-2579704 and your transaction will appear as “Pawsitively 4 Pink” on your credit card statement.
Pawsitively 4 Pink provides financial assistance for low-income, underserved women diagnosed with breast cancer. Eligible women can apply once a year and the amount of the grant is determined by the funds available. (Please note that we do not provide direct monetary assistance to applicants.)
Some of the ways we help:
- Paying rent/mortgage
- Electric bills
- Heating oil
- Gas cards
- Transportation fees
Support is available from diagnosis through six months after treatment ends. Read more about becoming a grant recipient on our Recipient FAQ page.
Pawsitively 4 Pink is run by an amazing team of dedicated women who donate their time, passion, and thought leadership in areas where they have expertise. You can read more about the board here and our founder, Michelle Power.
You can visit our apply for assistance page, additionally, we have a FAQs page just for you!
There are many ways to get involved: make a donation, volunteer your time, attend one of our fundraising events, or become a corporate partner. Every dollar stays in Massachusetts and directly supports local women in treatment.
Your donation helps underserved women diagnosed with breast cancer in Massachusetts meet the basic needs of daily living rent or mortgage, electric bills, heating oil, gas cards, and transportation fees. Grants are paid directly to service providers like landlords and utility companies. See our Financial Transparency page for a full breakdown.
If you would like your company to match your donation, reach out to to your HR department and tell them you are interested in adding the company to the matching gifts program. Then request by email (Michelle@pawsitively4pink.com) P4P’s official 501c3 letter and an updated W-9 form. If an email is supplied, these forms will be sent directly to your company or you can print these forms and physically bring them to your HR department.
Please reach out to michelle@pawsitively4pink.com with your question or concern and we’ll get back to you within 48 hours.
Please reach out to michelle@pawsitively4pink.com with your question or concern and we’ll get back to you within 48 hours.
You can contact Michelle Power directly at 978-P4P-LOVE (978-747-5683) or michelle@pawsitively4pink.com.
Yes. Pawsitively 4 Pink provides financial assistance grants to low-income women diagnosed with breast cancer anywhere in Massachusetts covering rent, mortgage, utilities, heating oil, gas cards, and transportation. Apply through our Apply for Assistance page or ask your hospital social worker for a referral.
Low-income women diagnosed with breast cancer who live in Massachusetts. Eligible women can apply once per year, from diagnosis through six months after completing treatment. Full eligibility details are on our Recipient FAQ page.
Complete the application on our Apply for Assistance page. If you need help with the form or have questions, call (978) 747-5683 or email michelle@pawsitively4pink.com — our team will walk you through it.
Our grants currently serve Massachusetts residents only. If you’re outside Massachusetts, national organizations may be able to help and we’re happy to point you toward resources if you reach out.
Still have questions?
Our team is here to help you. Whether you're an applicant, a donor, or a curious community member, we'd love to hear from you.
Are you a recipient? Click for the recipient FAQ