PGT-IVF Grants
In 2018, HelpCureHD began working on a PGT-IVF grant program for families affected by Huntington’s disease.
It is our mission that, with monetary assistance, we can close the financial gap that stands between some couples and the fertility assistance required to conceive a child that is HD-Free.
Requirements For Grants
At least one grant applicant must be diagnosed or at-risk for Huntington’s disease.
The application must have supporting documentation providing they are at risk for HD. Please Note: Proof of HD status from biological mother or father.
Applicants must meet the criteria for the clinic carrying out the PGT-IVF procedure.
There must be no welfare concerns for any child born as a result of the PGT-IVF procedure.
Athletes and Causes, Inc. has ultimate discretion in approving applications.
Financial Cost
PGT-IVF cost on average $35,000.
This grant will cover, for the selected couple(s), all costs related to the IVF cycle once stim begins, including fertility medication, IVF procedure costs, and genetic testing of the embryos. Please Note: all diagnostics prior to stim are patient/insurance responsibility.
Selected applicants will receive funding for one round of PGT-IVF.
In the event the IVF is unsuccessful, couples are permitted to reapply for a future grant.
Grant Cycle
2024 Grant Cycle:
Our Grant Cycle is now closed.
We will notify applicants via email with award or denial information, regarding their grant application.
Grant Application
Medical Release Waiver
Background Check - U.S.
Click here to complete an online background check - for United States applicants only.
$18.00 fee required per applicant.
Background Check - Canada
Canadian Applicants Only:
Please click, pay, and complete the online criminal record check application. Once your results are received please print and forward your results with the subject line: Canadian background check to info@helpcurehd.org OR print out and mail in with your application.
Please note: Due to HIPAA regulations, online grant application submissions will NOT be accepted. Only email background check results will reviewed and processed.