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This project was completed on Feb 11, 2020
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Matched with Jennifer K.
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Online Survey
Julia's Grace Foundation
Online Survey
Project details
What we need
- A professionally designed online survey ready to use (set up with Google Forms, SurveyMonkey, Typeform, SurveyLegend, or other tool)
- Training to equip staff to execute and manage survey
Additional details
We have quantitative data on our programs, but are looking to survey for qualitative results.
What we have in place
- We currently have objectives for this survey which should make it easier to get started.
How this will help
This project will save us $4,828 , allowing us to provide 193 hug boxes to children with cancer.
Being able to show the effect of our programs is key to keeping donors engaged and demonstrating our impact when applying for grants
Project plan
Posted by
Janet M.
Director
Our mission
Julia's Grace Foundation brings moments of happiness and support to children with cancer and their families.
From giving special moments for a family to share, to providing items to make the long days in the clinic feel shorter, Julia's Grace helps children with cancer and their families smile with our special "hugs".
Julia's Grace Foundation also grants monetary assistance, or graces, to families experiencing financial hardship due to the direct result of a child's cancer treatment and care.
Julia's Grace brings "happiness, hope, & hugs" to families affected by childhood cancer.
What we do
"Do you ever get sad and blue?" - a simple question asked by an 8-year-old child of her mother. The conversation continued, "I have a list of things to do to make you happy".
With that, Julia recited her list - think of puppies, watch a funny movie, give someone a hug; a list of ten things that simply make you smile.
A few days after giving us her list, Julia died from a Wilm's tumor, a type of childhood kidney cancer. Julia's amazing insight was a parting gift to all of us. This list has been our guide - not only giving us comfort and hope, but also providing a way to bring happiness to other children and families affected by cancer.
Julia was diagnosed with a Wilm's tumor shortly after her fifth birthday in 2009. From the moment she saw the other children in the hospital she looked for ways to help them. From raising money and donating her gifts to the other children, Julia worked to bring happiness and support to so many.
Soon after Julia passed, her parents Janet and John formed Julia's Grace Foundation to continue Julia's work of bringing happiness to children with cancer and to their families.
Our Hug program delivers boxes based on Julia's list to children with cancer. Packages are themed and based on Julia's List, for example there is a "watch a funny movie" box. This "hug" box includes gift certificates to Redbox, popcorn, and candy. Families can also make special requests for personalized hug boxes. Our hugs are shipped throughout the country.
Our Grace program grants assistance to families experiencing financial difficulties as a direct result of a child's cancer treatment or care. Financial assistance is in the form of payment of non-medical bills. This program is focused in the SE Pennsylvania area.
Testimonials
Jennifer was wonderful to work with on this project. She listened to our feedback and quickly made adjustments. She also ensured we would be able to use the survey by creating a manual for us to share with volunteers assisting with distribution and managing results. I would highly recommend Jennifer and would be happy to work with her on another project.
Janet was fabulous. She was prepared for her project, decisive in what she wanted, focused on the collaboration, and communicative with regards to my questions and needs. She was open to suggestions but also knew what was appropriate for her organization's needs. She valued my experience and knowledge and how it could help her organization while also educating me on her area of work which increased my personal and professional awareness and skills. This was a rewarding experience.
