Families - Glimmer of Hope

FOR FAMILIES

You are more than what cancer has asked you to carry.

Glimmer offers free programs and experiences designed to help children and families feel confident, connected, celebrated, and remembered.

✦ Rhode Island-based, serving families nationwide.

You belong here ♡

How it works

An application process centered on each family’s needs.

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1 Choose a program

Review current offerings and select the experience that best matches your child’s or family’s needs.

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2 Share your information

Complete a secure application or referral form. Each program has its own eligibility and timing.

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3 Our team reviews

A Glimmer team member will follow up about fit, availability, documentation, and next steps.

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4 We create the moment

If accepted, we coordinate the details with care, flexibility, and respect for your family’s circumstances.

What hope looks like

Find the right place to start.

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FOR MOTHERS

Courageous Moms Collective

A restorative, yearlong community for mothers whose children have faced pediatric cancer.

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Signature Program

Glimmer Dolls

Bald and matching dolls that help children feel represented, comforted, and less alone.

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Childrens Book

Hope Has No Hair

Written by Alison Hornung and beautifully illustrated by Kelly Mengarelli, "Hope Has No Hair" is inspired by the true, courageous story of Ella Catherine Integlia and her battle with leukemia.

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Confidence experience

Empowering Photoshoots

Professional portrait experiences that let children and families feel seen, celebrated, and powerful.

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Seasonal support

Hope for the Holidays

Holiday gifts and joyful surprises that ease pressure and bring light to families during treatment.

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Signature fundraiser

Glimmer Gala

Our annual runway celebration honoring children affected by cancer and powering year-round programs.

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Immersive experience

Best Day Ever

A fully produced day of dress-up, creativity, connection, and unforgettable portraits.

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Milestone experience

American Girl Shopping Spree

A personalized shopping day where children choose a doll, outfits, and accessories that feel uniquely theirs.

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For teens

Prom Shopping

Confidence-building styling and shopping support for teens preparing for prom and milestone events.

Before you apply

What families should know.

Who is eligible?

Eligibility varies by program and may consider age, diagnosis, treatment status, location, timing, and available funding. Publish clear criteria on each live application form.

Does applying guarantee participation?

No. Some programs have limited capacity or seasonal enrollment. The team should confirm receipt and provide a clear expected response window.

Is there a cost?

Glimmer programs are offered to accepted families at no cost unless a program page explicitly states otherwise.

How is our information used?

Only collect information needed to review the request and safely coordinate services. Separate program consent from photo, media, and storytelling consent.