Who Qualifies for a One More Moment Wish?
• Jason Pohlonski, Founder & Executive Director

Who Qualifies for a One More Moment Wish?

An adult in Michigan facing Stage IV, advanced, or metastatic cancer may qualify for a One More Moment wish if they are hoping to create a meaningful Moment with loved ones and need support because cost, timing, logistics, health, or available resources make that Moment difficult to create alone.

Every request is reviewed with care. Submitting a request does not guarantee approval, funding, timing, or availability. It gives the One More Moment team a chance to understand the person, the situation, and the Moment being requested.

One More Moment helps adults in Michigan facing Stage IV, advanced, or metastatic cancer create meaningful Moments with the people they love. These Moments are about time, connection, dignity, and memory when those things matter deeply.

For a broader overview of adult cancer wishes in Michigan, visit our guide to wish granting for adults with cancer in Michigan.

Main Eligibility Considerations

One More Moment reviews each request individually. In plain language, the main considerations may include:

  • The applicant is an adult.
  • The applicant lives in Michigan.
  • The applicant is facing Stage IV, advanced, or metastatic cancer.
  • The request is for a meaningful Moment with loved ones.
  • Support is needed because cost, timing, logistics, health, or resources make the Moment difficult to create alone.
  • Confirmation from an oncology provider may be requested.

These considerations help the team understand whether a request fits the mission and whether One More Moment may be able to help. They are not a promise that every request can be approved.

You can also review the current eligibility section on the homepage at Who Qualifies.

A Moment Does Not Have to Be Extravagant

A One More Moment wish does not have to be a large trip, public event, or expensive experience to matter.

Sometimes the most meaningful Moment is quiet and personal: a favorite meal, a short outing, a visit to a meaningful place, time around a table, or one more afternoon with the people who have been part of the cancer journey.

The best Moment is not always the biggest one. It is the one that feels meaningful to the person and their loved ones.

Who Can Request or Refer Someone

A request may begin with the person facing cancer, but they do not have to navigate the process alone.

A request or referral may come from:

  • The individual
  • A family member
  • A friend
  • A caregiver
  • An oncology team member
  • A hospice worker
  • A social worker
  • A church or community contact

If you know someone who may qualify, you can share the Request a Moment form with them or help them begin the process. If you have questions before submitting information, you can contact One More Moment.

What Happens After a Request Is Submitted

After a request is submitted, the One More Moment team reviews the information with care. The team may look at eligibility, the requested Moment, available resources, timing, logistics, safety, and whether additional information is needed.

In some cases, confirmation from an oncology provider may be requested. The team may also follow up with the applicant, family, caregiver, or referral contact to better understand the request.

Because each situation is personal and each Moment is different, approval, funding, timing, and availability cannot be guaranteed. One More Moment’s role is to review each request respectfully and thoughtfully, then determine whether the organization may be able to help.

Personal and medical information should be shared carefully. You can review the organization’s Privacy Policy to learn more about how submitted information is used.

Taking the Next Step

If you believe someone may qualify, the next step is to submit a request or reach out with questions.

Donations help One More Moment continue supporting adults in Michigan facing late-stage cancer and the loved ones who want to create meaningful time together. To help support future Moments, visit Donate to One More Moment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does someone have to live in Michigan to qualify?

One More Moment supports adults in Michigan who are facing Stage IV, advanced, or metastatic cancer. Michigan residency is one of the main eligibility considerations for a request.

Does the applicant need to have Stage IV cancer?

One More Moment supports adults facing Stage IV, advanced, or metastatic cancer. If you are unsure whether a diagnosis fits, you can contact One More Moment before submitting a request. Confirmation from an oncology provider may be requested.

Can a family member request a Moment?

Yes. A family member, friend, caregiver, oncology team member, hospice worker, social worker, church contact, or community contact may help refer someone or begin a request. The person facing cancer should be central to the Moment being requested.

Does every request get approved?

No. Every request is reviewed with care, but submitting a request does not guarantee approval, funding, timing, or availability. One More Moment reviews requests based on the situation, eligibility, resources, logistics, safety, and the requested Moment.

What kinds of Moments can be requested?

Moments can be simple or more involved. A request might focus on gathering with loved ones, visiting a meaningful place, sharing a meal, attending an event, or creating a personal experience that matters to the applicant and their family. The Moment does not have to be extravagant.

How can donors help?

Donors help make Moments possible for adults in Michigan facing Stage IV, advanced, or metastatic cancer. Gifts may support practical needs connected to creating meaningful experiences with loved ones. To help, visit Donate to One More Moment.

About the Author

Jason Pohlonski is the Founder and Executive Director of One More Moment, a Michigan-based nonprofit created to help adults facing Stage IV, advanced, or metastatic cancer experience meaningful Moments with the people they love.

One More Moment was inspired by Jason’s personal experience with his mother’s cancer journey and the realization that, near the end of life, even a simple moment together can mean everything. Through One More Moment, Jason and the organization work to provide dignity, connection, and meaningful experiences for adults and families navigating late-stage cancer.

About One More Moment

One More Moment grants meaningful wish experiences for adults in Michigan who are facing Stage IV, advanced, or metastatic cancer and who lack the resources to create that Moment on their own.

Every request is reviewed with care. Eligibility may include Michigan residency, a qualifying cancer diagnosis, financial or logistical need, and confirmation from an oncology provider.

Nonprofit Verification

One More Moment is a registered nonprofit organization. Visitors can verify the organization through official nonprofit resources, including the IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search and Candid/GuideStar.

Privacy and Medical Information

One More Moment respects the privacy of every applicant, family, and referral partner. Medical and personal information submitted through a Moment request is used only to review eligibility and coordinate the request.

For more details, please review our Privacy Policy.

Contact

One More Moment
Founder & Executive Director: Jason Pohlonski
Website: https://www.onemoremoment.org