Israel’s Only Financial Relief Fund for Breast and Gynecological Cancers
What We Do
The Lemonade Fund is Israel’s only breast and gynecological cancer emergency relief fund. One-time grants to patients in financial crisis cover basic living expenses, like childcare, rent, school supplies and transportation. Grants are awarded to identify and screen applicants from all over Israel, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender or religion, using a transparent system based on verified financial need.
Impact
Since its founding in 2011 the Lemonade Fund has never had to deny a qualified applicant due to a lack of funds. Thank You!
Lemonade Fund grants awarded in 2026
Grants awarded to patients diagnosed with advanced disease in 2026
Immediately after October 7, 2023, Wartime Emergency Grants totaling NIS 239,400 ($61,845) were sent to 133 Israeli breast cancer patients.
On March 10, 2026, we launched another Wartime Emergency Grant campaign aiming to help patients navigating treatment and the war simultaneously.
Click here to learn more about this campaign.
Transportation for displaced patients | Childcare for families with drafted soldiers | Immediate supplemental income
Recipient Stories
Media
Shari Mendes Honored on 2024 Aliya Day
Lemonade Fund founder Shari Mendes was one of three outstanding NGO founders honored on Aliya Day 2024. Israel's...
News
Voices from Israel: Marking a Year Since October 7
The Israel Lemonade Fund mourns our fallen today, one year after that fateful day, October 7,...
From Our Founder
Thoughts and insights on patient advocacy, cancer-induced financial distress and the state of breast cancer support in Israel from the Lemonade Fund’s founder and Manager, Shari Mendes
I Come Here Once a Year to Remember…
Thirteen years ago this week I was diagnosed with breast cancer during a routine mammogram. Out of the blue…no risks,...
The Bright Side of (this) Israeli Summer
June is usually a “slow” month. The school year winds down, summer plans are hatched, and the heat invariably rises...
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Help us continue supporting breast cancer patients in Israel.
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The Lemonade Fund is here to help you if you have been diagnosed with breast cancer and you are struggling financially.





