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THE DIFFERENCE STARTS WITH YOU.
YOUR SUPPORT CHANGES LIVES
Teen cancer patients face some of the most complex and diverse treatment needs yet receive the least amount of support of any patient population. These survivors have high treatment-related debt and, in many cases, long-term health challenges due to their cancer treatment.
Education is the key to long-term success, yet out of reach for many financially devastated young cancer patients.
TRCF supports survivors to ensure access to higher education and support to ensure completion of a degree. Thanks to the support of our donors and grantor, and corporate partners, TRCF provided college scholarships to 345 student cancer survivors in 2025. This support is instrumental in fostering growth, social mobility, and a higher quality of life for young cancer survivors.
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At The Ruth Cheatham Foundation, we believe that trust is built through transparency and accountability. We are committed to stewarding every donation with integrity, ensuring that resources directly support the teens and young adults we serve. Our financials, impact reports, and program outcomes are openly available, so donors, partners, and families can see the difference their support makes.
We operate with honesty, purpose, and a deep responsibility to our mission and to every young survivor we support.
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Your donation helps teen and young adult cancer survivors access the education, support, and healing they need to thrive.
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Lend your time and talents to support young survivors and help them rebuild after cancer. Together, we can change lives.
FAQs
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Yes, The Ruth Cheatham Foundation is a registered 501(c)3 Charitable Organization.
Tax ID# 82-2633861
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Yes, The Ruth Cheatham Foundation is a qualified 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization and donations are tax-deductible to the full extent of the law.
Want to double your donation and have your gift go twice as far? Many employers will make an equal contribution to a charity if one of their employees makes a donation. Requesting a matching gift or volunteer grant is normally a five-minute process that must be initiated by you, the donor. You can do this by filling out and submitting a paper match form provided by your employer or through an electronic submission process. The Ruth Cheatham Foundation Tax ID Number is 82-2633861.
Please feel free to contact us with any additional questions.
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The Ruth Cheatham Foundation makes significant investments in education support for teen cancer survivors through college scholarships, online tutoring, educational support boxes, peer-to-peer support, and career readiness.
$0.82 of every dollar goes directly to our mission to provide a better future for young cancer survivors. A smaller portion of our resources are used to fund our management and general expenses, as well as fundraising expenses.
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The Ruth Cheatham Foundation champions adolescents in their fight against cancer, while inspiring hope and providing resources for survivors to excel throughout their lifetime.
Founded in 2016 to honor Ruth Cheatham, a remarkable woman who fearlessly fought cancer for over ten years. Ruth was an inspiration and mentor to many youth in North Texas. In keeping with her fire and spirit The Ruth Cheatham Foundation was established to give support and a voice to teens with cancer.
Our Mission is simple Advocacy, Education and Aid for young adults in all stages of the cancer battle.
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To be eligible, applicants must be a cancer survivor, or currently diagnosed with cancer, and must be enrolled in an accredited college.
