The DKMS Foundation is beginning to accept applications as part of the 4th edition of the DKMS Foundation Grant. The project provides an opportunity for non-governmental organisations from all over Poland to obtain funds for the implementation of initiatives aimed at haematological patients and their relatives in the broad field of psychological support. The pool of funds to be distributed is PLN 1.4 million. Applications can be submitted from 10 December 2024 to 15 January 2025.
The DKMS Foundation is not only a Marrow Donor Centre, but also a public benefit organisation that works to improve the conditions and quality of treatment for patients fighting cancer and diseases of the haematopoietic system. The DKMS Foundation's grant has been in high demand since 2022, supporting projects that improve the psychological wellbeing of patients, both children and adolescents, as well as adults and their relatives. The project is part of the Haematology Development and Patient Support Programme, developed and implemented by the Foundation since 2018.
- The DKMS Foundation has been involved in activities for the benefit of haematological patients for many years, and the projects implemented by our partners thanks to the funds obtained from the DKMS Foundation Grant constitute an important element of psychological support for patients and their families. We have been very impressed by the quality and diversity of the projects submitted in the last three editions. Each of the selected initiatives has brought unique value to the process of supporting patients with haematological diseases, helping to improve their quality of life and psychological wellbeing. Observing patient organisations and being part of the community of people affected by oncological diseases, we see the real impact of the projects implemented. Thanks to them, patients and their relatives receive concrete support and necessary assistance in difficult moments related to treatment and the healing process. We invite you to apply, because together we can make a difference in the lives of patients. - says Ewa Visan, Head of Haematology Development and Patient Support, DKMS Foundation.
Report project and receive up to PLN 90,000 for its implementation
The total pool of funds under the 4th edition of the Grant is PLN 1,400,000. Any applicant may submit only one application and apply for a maximum grant of PLN 90,000 for the implementation of the project.
Funding will be awarded for initiatives and projects involving psychological support for patients and their relatives during the treatment and recovery process - both for patients in transplant clinics and haematology wards across Poland, and at home during and after treatment. Projects can be submitted under the following categories:
- Project beneficiaries:
- psychological support for young and young patients (children and adolescents up to 18 years of age) and/or their relatives,
- psychological support for adult patients (over 18 years of age) and/or their relatives,
- psychological support for both adult patients (over 18 years of age) and young patients (under 18 years of age) and/or their relatives (i.e. a mixed group);
- Project follow-up:
- new project or
- A continuation of the project that received funding under the DKMS Foundation Grant in its 3rd edition (2024),
- Nature and scope of the project:
- an open project (including a holistic project, a systemic project, a wide range of activities, different audiences, etc.) or
- a closed project (a targeted project, dedicated to specific Beneficiaries, limited e.g. to a hospital ward, etc.).
- psychological support for young and young patients (children and adolescents up to 18 years of age) and/or their relatives,
Who can submit a project?
Organisational units such as foundations, associations, public benefit organisations and other non-governmental organisations may apply for the DKMS Foundation Grant. The condition is that the organisation is registered and has been operating on the territory of Poland for at least 12 months prior to the date of submission of the Grant Application, and one of the objects of their activities is to support haematological patients in Poland. When applying, fill in the application form available at: www.dkms.pl/dotacja-fundacji-dkms. The application should then be sent to the email address indicated on the website. The deadline for receipt of applications is 10 December 2024. and ends 15 January 2025.
DKMS Foundation grant in numbers - three editions
The DKMS Foundation grant was initiated in 2022. Since then, the jury has awarded a total of 37 grants amounting to close to PLN 2.4 million, thereby supporting NGOs working on behalf of haematological patients. Initiatives included psychological rehabilitation, funding for specialist psychologists, the organisation of workshops, training courses and the preparation of educational materials to improve the psychological wellbeing of patients.
- The third edition of the DKMS Foundation Grants attracted record interest. Nearly 50 submitted projects testify to the growing social commitment and the need to extend support to people affected by haematological diseases. We can see how important it is to build a space where patients and their loved ones can count on comprehensive help at the most difficult moments of their lives - the adds Ewa Nawrot, Senior Coordinator for Patient Organisations, DKMS Foundation.
About the DKMS Foundation
The mission of the DKMS Foundation is to find a donor for every patient in the world in need of a haematopoietic stem cell transplant. The Foundation has been operating in Poland since 2008 as a Marrow Donor Centre based on the decision of the Minister of Health and as an independent public benefit organisation registered in the National Court Register (KRS) 0000318602. It is the largest Marrow Donor Centre in Poland, with more than 2 000 000 donors, of which 14 000 donated their haematopoietic stem cells or marrow to patients both in Poland and around the world, thus giving them a second chance at life. To become a potential donor, simply go to the website www.dkms.pl and order a registration package to take home.