What is the Lori Fund?

The HCMA's Lori Fund provides grants of up to $600 per year to HCM patients with financial needs.

What can funds be used for?

Funds can be used for:

• Travel costs to an HCMA Recognized Center of Excellence (COE) for HCM care, including transportation, meals, and hotels.
• Costs for an HCM patient traveling to a facility for heart transplant care, such as transportation, meals, and hotels.
• End-of-life costs for HCM patients, such as cremation or burial.
• Support for the costs of daily life for HCM Hospice patients, such as rent or food.

How do you qualify for the Lori Fund?

Grants are available for those who earn up to 300% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines based on household size. Income verification is required. You must complete the application and submit income verification, such as W2, paystub, or social security statement; other documents may be accepted.

How can I apply for the Lori fund?

You must first complete our Intake and Navigation Call process before you apply. 

To apply, please click below. You must create an account on our website and log in to complete the form: Lori Fund Scholarship.

While completing the Lori Fund application, you may also apply for a Membership Scholarship, which allows you to take advantage of the perks of an HCMA membership for one year. 

Please allow a minimum of 14 days for processing.

We can help you schedule free air travel through our partner Angel Flight. 

If you need assistance, please contact the HCMA office at 973-983-7429 or email clientservices@4hcm.org.

 

How can I donate to the Lori fund?

Thank you for your interest in supporting the Lori Fund! Click Here to donate to the Lori Fund.

What is the history behind the Lori fund?

The Lori Fund honors the memory of Lori Anne Flanigan-Munson, sister of the Founder and CEO of the HCMA, Lisa Salberg. You can learn more about Lori, Lisa, and other family members here: About the Founder's Family.