MoreFor4, Inc.

MoreFor4, Inc., with an Employer Identification Number (EIN) of 93-3171364, is a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to addressing the unmet financial and other needs of individuals living with Stage IV cancers in the United States.

Mission and Focus

The mission of MoreFor4, Inc. is to provide innovative solutions for persons with Stage IV cancers who lack fiscal resources, family support, and adequate support systems. While primarily focused on individuals with Stage IV cancers, their outreach also extends to the broader community, including healthcare professionals, family members, friends, and care partners. The organization aims to create a supportive community that offers Stage IV patients opportunities, security, connection, answers, belonging, and hope.

Programs and Initiatives

1. CannaCares: This program aims to bridge the gap in accessing medical cannabis for low-income patients through partnerships with the cannabis industry. It will provide more extensive discounts beyond mere percentages, ensuring those in need can access necessary medical treatments. The anticipated launch for this program is set for early 2025.

2. Rapid Response: This initiative combines a unique financial assistance fund with a person-centered social work triage team. It recognizes that individuals contacting the organization often have multiple needs beyond their immediate request. The triage team facilitates crisis stabilization and explores long-term solutions. Implementation is planned for late 2025.

3. HomeMatters: This program addresses stable and affordable housing for persons with Stage IV cancers. It seeks to provide permanent solutions to persistent housing insecurity, moving beyond the typical one-time rental assistance offered by other programs.

4. JEDI Action: A social justice arm focused on issues like health justice, affordable housing, cancer research funding, intersectionality, systems change, and civil/human rights. This program is nonpolitical and issue-based, partnering with like-minded organizations for social change.

5. MoreCorps: A membership program that fosters broader community engagement and support. It offers educational programming, online events, and support and interest groups. Members contribute to programmatic offerings, creating a dynamic community-led initiative.

6. IMAGINE – Stage4 JobCorps: This initiative acts as a human resources department, creating employment opportunities tailored to the skills and interests of Stage IV cancer patients. It accommodates medical appointment schedules and side effect management, providing flexible and supportive work environments.

Vision

MoreFor4, Inc. envisions a world where no person living with cancer lacks the resources needed to lead a happy, secure, peaceful, and full life, regardless of the cancer stage. The organization seeks to take charge and make change by providing comprehensive support and fostering community engagement.