Any Arlington MA, resident with a documented cancer diagnosis is eligible to apply for a grant. The Sanborn Foundation Board of Directors has the sole authority to approve and deny grant requests and reserves the right to make decisions on a case-by-case basis.

The Sanborn Foundation will only pay for cancer-related expenses. Examples of these include: Requests for payment of other items not listed here are also invited and will be reviewed by the Board.

The Sanborn Foundation is able pay a provider or vendor directly on your behalf. We will also reimburse you for approved expenses once you submit proof of payment.

Integrative Therapy Policy: The Sanborn Foundation will cover up to $10,000 in expenses per lifetime for the following types of Integrative Therapies, during active treatment for your cancer: What isn’t covered? The Sanborn Foundation will not generally cover the following Integrative Therapies: Please note: The Sanborn Foundation will not cover living expenses such as rent

The Council on Aging has been awarded a grant from the Sanborn Foundation to arrange and pay for rides for Arlington residents of any age at no cost. Individuals requesting reimbursement for assistance with rides to cancer-related medical appointments do not need to apply to the foundation but should contact the Arlington Council on Aging

GMA Foundations assists Sanborn with grantmaking administration by processing, tracking, and managing reimbursement and direct bill requests and payments.

You can learn more about our history on the About the Sanborn Foundation page.

You can learn more about George and Elizabeth Sanborn on the About the Sanborn Foundation page.