Be Resilient Nonprofit
Our mission is to provide direct financial assistance to young women with cancer ages 18-35
Be Resilient offers direct financial aid to help offset some of the added and unexpected expenses that young women can incur during active cancer treatment.
501(c)(3) nonprofitAll donations are tax-deductible.
Cancer is an expensive illness
Direct financial assistance is available to help cover a portion of the costs associated with the services below, allowing patients to access essential support more affordably. Additionally, funds may be allocated to other patient-specific needs, helping to relieve some of the financial burdens associated with treatment and recovery.
How we can help
Cold Capping
Using a cooling cap or device that reduces the hair loss caused by some types of chemotherapy.
Wigs
Wigs can be a powerful tool for patients experiencing hair loss, allowing them to regain a sense of normalcy and control.
Fertility
Options such as egg retrieval, IVF, and embryo freezing can provide patients with the choice of having a biological child in the future.
Childcare
Arranging consistent and flexible childcare support allows patients to focus on their health while ensuring their children are cared for in a stable environment.
We’ve been honored to help recipients with costs including
- Rent and mortgage payments
- Egg storage fees
- Phone and internet
- Utility and electric bills
- Car payments
- Gas cards for treatment travel
- Red light therapy devices
- Supplies needed for surgery and recovery
How assistance is paidAssistance will be provided through direct payments to landlords, utility companies, childcare providers, and other relevant vendors. Funds will not be disbursed to individuals.
Our founder
Madi’s story
Being “so young” and knowing having cancer at her age was “so rare” Madi knew she wanted to start something to help young women like her. Be Resilient was founded on the idea that cancer is an illness that comes with unexpected expenses no matter your finances.
If you have ever met a young woman going through cancer, you know that is exactly what they are. Resilient.
News & updates
Stories, milestones, and updates from the Be Resilient community.
Garage Sale for Good 2026
Garage Sale for Good 2026 That’s a wrap on Be Resilient’s 4th Annual Garage Sale for Good! We are so grateful for our amazing community! Thank you to all of the community members and neighbors who donated items for us to sell, and to everyone who came out to shop and support our mission. We’re […]
Recipient Spotlight!
When life brought one of its toughest seasons, Be Resilient was honored to step in and lift some of the financial burden—allowing Keren to put her health first. To our incredible donors and supporters: thank you. Your generosity makes life-changing stories like Keren’s possible!
Recipient Spotlight Feature!
During one of the most challenging seasons of her life, Be Resilient was able to help ease a small part of the financial burden so she could focus on what mattered most – her health! Thank you to our donors and supporters. Because of your generosity, stories like Leni’s are possible.
Donors & sponsors
Thank you to the generous donors and sponsors who make our work possible.
Make a donation
By making a donation to Be Resilient, you are playing a vital role in transforming a young woman’s cancer journey. Donations also allow us to assist with a range of additional, patient-specific needs, ensuring that each woman receives the individualized care she deserves during this critical time.
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, all donations to Be Resilient are tax-deductible, making your contribution not only impactful but also financially beneficial. Together, we can help young women navigate their path to healing with dignity, hope, and resilience.