Patricia Costa Patient Assistance Program

The Human Growth Foundation’s (HGF) Patricia Costa Patient Assistance (PCPA) Program helps HGF members worldwide living with rare growth, bone, and endocrine conditions. Through the PCPA Program, HGF is committed to helping its members access the care and treatment they need.

 

This Program Assists with:

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1.    Insurance co-pays.
3.    Diagnostic testing.
4.    Travel for clinical trials or consultation with specialists.

5.    Means for a better quality of life (ex: school books, etc.) 

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To Qualify:

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1. You must be a current HGF member.

2. You must complete the PCPA Program application. 

3. You must submit a copy of your W-2 or proof of income.

4. You must submit a Need Letter that describes your request.

5. You must submit a Doctor's Letter indicating the condition.

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How to Apply:

Complete the PCPA Program application form and submit the required documents, including:

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1. There is no guarantee that you will receive funding by applying.

2. Grant distribution is based on available funds.

3. Applications must be submitted by the deadline below.

4. Applicants are notified within one month of the closing application period. 

5. Applications may receive funding once in three years.  

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Please Note: 

1. A Need Letter is required and can be used to support the need for funding.

2. Only one grant for financial assistance will be awarded in any 3-year period, except in exceptional circumstances.

3. The start of the 3 years will be taken from the decision date of the penultimate successful application.

4. Financial assistance is at the discretion of HGF, whose decision is final.

5. There is no right of appeal.