Closed
Last Update: May 19, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program provides funds for medically necessary surgeries for people who cannot afford the procedure. Assistance may cover the full cost or supplement the amount needed, and funds are paid directly to surgical facilities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Funding for medically necessary surgical procedures
Documents Needed
- Surgeon documentation stating the procedure and its necessity
- Cost estimate from the surgical facility
- Relevant medical records
- Completed online request form
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Patients needing surgery
- Individuals unable to pay for a medically necessary procedure
Who is not eligible
- Applicants seeking payment for surgery already completed
Eligible expenses
- Surgical procedure costs
- Unpaid balance for a needed surgery
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Surgeries that have already occurred
Eligible geographic areas
- National
- International
Selection criteria
- Medical necessity of the surgery
- Need for financial assistance to cover the procedure
How to apply
- Step 1: Complete the online request form
- Fill out the application form for surgical funds.
- Provide the requested personal and financial information.
- Step 2: Attach supporting medical documents
- Include surgeon documentation stating the procedure and its necessity.
- Attach the facility cost estimate and relevant medical records.
- Step 3: Submit the application
- Send the completed application as instructed on the program page.
- Make sure you receive the email confirmation of receipt.
- Step 4: Await review and notification
- The Board of Directors reviews the request.
- The applicant is notified of the status after review.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the Board of Directors.
- Applicants are notified of their status after review.
- An email confirmation of receipt is required for the request to be considered.
- If approved, funding is issued directly to the surgical facility.
- After the procedure, the facility must confirm completion and provide the final cost statement.
Additional information
- Funds are paid directly to the surgical facility.
- Support is intended for future procedures, not surgeries already completed.
- Applicants must receive an email confirmation of receipt for the request to be considered.
- The program includes a HIPAA release authorization for medical information.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Indigent Surgery Program Program
What is the Indigent Surgery Program?
This program provides funds for medically necessary surgeries for people who cannot afford the procedure. Assistance may cover the full cost or supplement the amount needed, and funds are paid directly to surgical facilities.
Who is eligible for the Indigent Surgery Program program?
To be eligible for the Indigent Surgery Program program, you must:
Needs medically necessary surgery
Cannot afford the procedure
Future surgery only
What expenses are eligible under Indigent Surgery Program?
Funding for medically necessary surgical procedures
Who can I contact for more information about the Indigent Surgery Program?
You can contact Ahmad Family Foundation (AFF) by email at shanakhan@gmail.com or by phone at none.
Where is the Indigent Surgery Program available?
The Indigent Surgery Program program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Indigent Surgery Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Indigent Surgery Program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Indigent Surgery Program?
Indigent Surgery Program is funded by Ahmad Family Foundation (AFF)