The Watson Clinic Foundation has received a grant from the Florida Breast Cancer Foundation in the amount of $15,000 for the Bridge of Hope Program. This program aims to provide needs-based supportive services to economically impacted individuals undergoing treatment for breast cancer. Once an applicant has been accepted into the program, they may apply for assistance with travel expenses, groceries, childcare, rent or mortgage payments, utilities or phone bills, household cleaning/organization, or yard maintenance for a maximum of $750.

To be eligible for the program, applicants must currently:

• Be undergoing active treatment in Polk County for a breast cancer diagnosis
• Be a Polk County resident over the age of 18
• Have an annual household income at or below 300% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines
• Have less than $5,000 in total household liquid assets
• Complete and submit the online application and submit all required support documentation
• Be willing to fill out an online questionnaire upon completion of the program