Support for Families

At the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation, we understand the overwhelming travel burden faced by families following a pediatric brain tumor diagnosis. Beyond the initial treatment, families must navigate frequent trips for MRIs, radiation, physical therapy, and specialist appointments, often leading to financial strain. In addition to this initial travel burden, pediatric brain tumor survivors face a lifetime of health challenges, often requiring ongoing care and transportation support.

Thanks to the support of Uber Business, the PBTF is launching an Uber Voucher Program. The goal of the program is to reduce this burden by providing transportation assistance through Uber vouchers, ensuring families can access critical care without the added stress of travel costs. In addition, we aim to improve health outcomes and quality of life by supporting survivors’ independence and facilitating reliable access to appointments.

Application criteria:

• Patient/Survivor any age from 0-29 years of age.
• Patient/Survivor’s care team and/or appointment is within the three identified areas; Orlando, San Francisco, and New York (includes surrounding area).
• Applications may come from care team members or patient/caregiver or survivor working directly with a PBTF staff member.
• This program is separate from the Butterfly Fund emergency financial assistance program and usage in Butterfly Fund does not preclude a family from applying for Uber vouchers.
• The primary family member must have a working email they can receive the Uber voucher at. This program is 100% digital only.
• Patient/Survivor must be able to provide proof of appointment or need if application is coming from the family or individual patient/survivor and not a care team member.
• The need for travel is a direct result of the brain tumor diagnosis, treatment, or effects within survivorship.

Expenses considered for funding:

The transportation credits may be used for one or more of the following:

• Regular MRIs
• PT, OT or other therapy appointments
• Radiation or chemotherapy treatments
• Other medical appointments
• Mental health appointments
• Out of state travel expenses
• Survivor transportation to school, job training, or employment
• Other expenses considered with special approval

Please complete the form below to apply for an Uber voucher. If you have any questions, reach out to the Family Support Team at [email protected] or 800-253-6530.