Grants of as much as $5,000 are available to help families pay for needed medical services and equipment.

The UnitedHealthcare Children’s Foundation sponsors the program, which is limited to those age 16 and younger whose families meet a variety of income and insurance guidelines. It is designed to help pay for therapy, medication, medical equipment and other costs not covered by commercial health insurance.

The foundation is a private, nonprofit organization supported by UnitedHealth Group. The company offers a variety of health-related services. For more information, or to apply for a grant, visit the foundation’s Web site.