Ellie Fund
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Supporting Patients. Providing Hope. Easing the stress of everyday life through essential support services for breast cancer patients.
Ellie Fund is a Massachusetts-based organization that provides essential support services for breast cancer patients to ease the stresses of everyday life, allowing the focus to be on family, recovery, and healing. Its services include grocery gift cards, nutritious prepared/delivered meals, transportation to medical appointments, childcare reimbursement, housekeeping, and integrative therapy serv
06/01/2026
Ellie Popkin was an active member in the Newton community throughout her life. In her spirit, her sons founded Ellie Fund 30 years ago, as a way to provide community support to ANY ONE being treated for breast cancer in Massachusetts. That inclusivity makes patients like Charlie feel welcomed and supported.
05/31/2026
More patients reached. More families supported. More impact made. 💗
This May, Ellie Fund provided $212,595 in essential services and supported 191 NEW patients and their families, representing a 55% increase from May 2025.
Growth is more than a number. It means reaching more patients with support that eases financial pressure, reduces logistical stress, and removes barriers to treatment.
Thank you to all of our supporters and partners who make our work possible.
Patients in Mattapan are 2.8x more likely to die of breast cancer than patients in the Back Bay. Same city… same screening… same disease.
Our executive director sat down with Boston Public Radio to talk about health equity in Massachusetts.
As the permanent home of the Boston Breast Cancer Equity Coalition, Ellie Fund is working together with hospitals, community health centers, , , and others to change the outcomes for Black and brown women in MA.
Nobody saves for breast cancer. Breast cancer patients are often left with $8,000 to $9,000 in unexpected costs after treatment.
Our Executive Director sat down with Boston Public Radio to talk about why support services have to be part of the treatment plan, and what Ellie Fund is doing to make sure no patient has to choose between treatment and basic needs.
Watch the full interview at the link in bio.
A milestone moment for Ellie Fund. 🎙️
Our Executive Director joined Boston Radio, one of Boston’s most respected platforms, to talk about our services, health equity, and our role leading the Boston Breast Cancer Equity Coalition.
Being on this show represents something bigger than a single interview: proof that the health equity conversations we’ve been working to elevate are now happening in the mainstream.
Nationally, Black women are 38% more likely to die from breast cancer than white women despite similar screening rates. We can address that gap. 🩷
🎧 Full interview linked in bio.
05/19/2026
Tune in to Boston Public Radio 89.7, tomorrow May 20 at 12:30 PM, as our Executive Director, Meredith Mendelson talks to Jim & Margery about Ellie Fund’s mission to provide help and hope to breast cancer patients throughout Massachusetts, the power of flowers, and more.
Listen live or watch later: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RsJ_ejmbPqE&list=PLMQKK3_a14M1mmIeR9IB7jB6AEy_zZz42&index=4
05/14/2026
While living with metastatic breast cancer for 15+ years, Ellie Popkin gave her time and effort to her family and community. In her spirit, Ellie Fund is providing support to other metastatic patients like Leslie and leaving a lasting impact.
05/12/2026
Ellie Fund is so grateful for all of its amazing volunteers. Today, we honored Karen Colbert with our inaugural ‘Volunteer of the Year’ award.
Two years ago, after retiring from a successful career with wcvb5, Karen started volunteering at Ellie Fund’s office with our Patient Services team. She is a trusted member of our team, giving her time two days week! Working on everything from patient surveys to award letters, Karen brings kindness and humor with her each day.
Thank you, Karen. Ellie fund is lucky to have you!
05/09/2026
For many of us, Mother’s Day is filled with gratitude. We are grateful for the women who raised us, stood beside us, loved us fiercely, and helped shape who we are. For others, it is also a day of remembrance for a woman deeply missed.
This Mother’s Day, honor a mother in your life with a gift to Ellie Fund. Your tribute can help ease the burden for another family facing breast cancer and give hope where it is needed most.
https://giving.gofundme.com/campaign/796299/donate
05/07/2026
Mother’s Day is a time to celebrate the women we love, remember those we miss, and honor the strength that mothers carry every day.
This year, honor someone special in your life with a gift to Ellie Fund. Your donation will help families impacted by breast cancer focus on healing. A meaningful gift, made in honor of a remarkable woman, can change another family’s story.
https://giving.gofundme.com/campaign/796299/donate
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450 Summer Street
Needham, MA
02210
Opening Hours
| Monday | 9am - 5pm |
| Tuesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 5pm |
| Friday | 9am - 5pm |