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CHILDREN'S CANCER NETWORK
CHANDLER, AZ · EIN 202129902 · Form 990 · FY2020 · NTEE G033 · Voluntary Health Associations · Medium ($1M-$10M) · www.childrenscancernetwork.org
revenue
$1.0M
expenses
$1.0M
net assets
$679K
employees
11
volunteers
136
program ratio
79%
mission · from form 990

CHILDREN'S CANCER NETWORK'S MISSION IS TO SUPPORT CHILDREN AND FAMILIES THROUGHOUT THEIR CANCER JOURNEY.

profile · synthesized from sources

Children's Cancer Network provides support and resources to families affected by childhood cancer in Arizona. They offer various programs including financial assistance, educational scholarships, and wellness initiatives to help families navigate the challenges of a cancer diagnosis. Founded in 2005, the organization aims to improve the quality of life for children and their families during treatment and beyond.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2020

what they reported doing

Program narrative the organization filed with the IRS. Ordered by program spending.

  1. #1 primary $299K
    SUPPORT - CANCER EFFECTS EVERY MEMBER OF THE FAMILY. IT'S IMPORTANT THAT EACH FAMILY MEMBER REALIZES THEY ARE NOT ALONE IN THEIR BATTLE. CONNECTIONS ARE A LIFELINE FOR ALL AGES AND SUPPORT IS VITAL FOR ALL.
  2. #2 $49K
    PATIENT, FAMILY AND COMMUNITY EDUCATION - KNOWLEDGE IS KEY AS PARENTS, SIBLINGS AND CANCER FIGHTERS LEARN TO COPE AND BECOME ADVOCATES FOR THEIR PERSONAL HEALTH AND CARE. CHILDREN'S CANCER NETWORK OFFERS COMPUTER ACCESS, A HOST OF RESOURCES FOR ALL AGES FROM BOTH NATIONAL AND LOCAL SOURCES, ALL OF WHICH ARE OFFERED AT NO COST. AGE APPROPRIATE EDUCATION ABOUT CHILDHOOD CANCER IN FUN AND INTERACTIVE WAYS CAN DE-MYSTIFY CANCER, BULD COMPASSION AND EMPOWER PEERS, FAMILY AND TEAMMATES TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE EACH DAY.
named programs · 4 · from sources

what they call their work

Adopt-A-Family Program
Supports families in need during the holidays and back-to-school seasons with essential items.
Gas and Food Card Program
Provides gas and food cards to families to help cover daily expenses during treatment.
H.O.P.E. Program
Educational program that empowers students by building compassion and understanding of childhood cancer.
Scholarship Program
Awards scholarships to childhood cancer survivors, siblings, and parents for post-secondary education.
activities · 7 groups

what they do

  • Comprehensive Family Support Services 8 activities
    • Childhood Cancer Resource Directory
      Operates an online directory that serves as a guide to support services and resources specifically for families in Arizona affected by childhood cancer.
    • Childhood Cancer Resource Directory
      Operates an online directory that serves as a guide to support services and resources specifically for families in Arizona affected by childhood cancer.
    • Operation of the Childhood Cancer Resource Directory
      Operates an online guide to support services and resources for families affected by childhood cancer in Arizona, providing accessible, centralized information to help navigate treatment and recovery phases.
    • Provision of educational and emotional support programs
      Offers free access to educational seminars, support groups, networking opportunities, and wellness programming such as the non-medical "It's All About You" health and wellness program for children and families affected by cancer.
    • Resource and Support Programs
      Offers various programs and services to families of children with cancer, including admission bags with resources for hospital stays, an online Childhood Cancer Resource Directory, educational seminars, and health and wellness activities. These programs are offered at minimal to no cost.
    • Resource and Support Programs
      Offers various programs and services to families of children with cancer, including admission bags for hospital stays, health and wellness activities, educational seminars, and support groups. This includes the "It's All About You" non-medical program and providing 250 admission bags annually.
    • Resource and Support Programs
      Offers various programs and services including admission bags for unexpected hospital stays, an online Childhood Cancer Resource Directory, educational seminars, and health and wellness activities. Provides resources and support to over 800 Arizona families annually.
    • Resource and Support Programs
      Offers various programs and services to families of children with cancer, including admission bags with resources for hospital stays, educational seminars, health and wellness activities, and support groups. These programs are offered at minimal to no cost and assist over 800 Arizona families annually.
  • Targeted Scholarships for Specific Populations 5 activities
    • Administration of scholarships for survivors and families
      Awards post-secondary education scholarships to childhood cancer survivors, their siblings, and parents, with $39,500 awarded in 2020 alone. Scholarships support tuition and books, enabling recipients to pursue careers such as nursing and child life specialization.
    • Scholarship Program
      Awards scholarships to childhood cancer survivors, their siblings, and parents to cover tuition or books for post-secondary education. In 2020, $39,500 in grant scholarships were awarded.
    • Scholarship Program
      Awards scholarships to childhood cancer survivors, their siblings, and parents to cover tuition or books for post-secondary education. In 2020, $39,500 in grant scholarships were awarded.
    • Scholarship Program
      Awards scholarships to childhood cancer survivors, their siblings, and parents to cover tuition or books for post-secondary education. In 2020, $39,500 in grant scholarships were awarded.
    • Scholarship Program
      Awards scholarships to childhood cancer survivors, their siblings, and parents for post-secondary education, covering tuition or books. Awarded $39,500 in grant scholarships in 2020.
  • Youth Education & Peer Support Programs 5 activities
    • Childhood Cancer Education Program
      Delivers the H.O.P.E.: Honoring Our Peers Everyday interactive assembly program to over 9,000 school-aged students, educating them about childhood cancer, fostering compassion, and encouraging support for those in need.
    • Community Awareness and Education
      Conducts the H.O.P.E.: Honoring Our Peers Everyday assembly program for over 9,000 school-aged students to educate about childhood cancer, build compassion, and motivate support for those affected.
    • Community Awareness and Education Program
      Empowers over 9,000 school-aged students through the H.O.P.E. (Honoring Our Peers Everyday) interactive assembly program, which educates about childhood cancer, builds compassion, and encourages helping those in need.
    • Delivery of school-based education and empathy programs
      Empowers over 9,000 school-aged students annually through the H.O.P.E.: Honoring Our Peers Everyday program, an interactive assembly that educates about childhood cancer, fosters compassion, and encourages peer support.
    • School-Based Education Program
      Implements the H.O.P.E.: Honoring Our Peers Everyday program, an interactive assembly that educates over 9,000 school-aged students about childhood cancer, fostering compassion and encouraging support for those affected.
  • Charity Galas and Auctions 5 activities
    • Community Awareness and Fundraising Events
      Organizes and hosts events such as the annual "Run to Fight Children's Cancer," the Inspirations Fashion Show and Luncheon, and the Tommy Bahama Sunset Classic Golf Tournament to raise funds and awareness for children with cancer and their families.
    • Community Fundraising Events
      Organizes and hosts fundraising events such as the annual "Run to Fight Children's Cancer," the Inspirations Fashion Show and Luncheon, and the Tommy Bahama Sunset Classic Golf Tournament to benefit children and families affected by cancer.
    • Fundraising Events
      Organizes fundraising events such as the annual "Run to Fight Children's Cancer," the Inspirations Fashion Show and Luncheon, and the Tommy Bahama Sunset Classic Golf Tournament to benefit children and families affected by cancer.
    • Fundraising Events
      Organizes various events to raise funds for children and families affected by cancer, including the annual "Run to Fight Children's Cancer" and the Tommy Bahama Sunset Classic Golf Tournament, as well as the Inspirations Fashion Show and Luncheon.
    • Organization of fundraising events
      Organizes annual fundraising events including the "Run to Fight Children's Cancer," the Tommy Bahama Sunset Classic Golf Tournament, and the Inspirations Fashion Show and Luncheon, which engage survivors and families and generate support for programs.
  • Financial Assistance for Families 5 activities
    • Financial Assistance for Families
      Provides financial support to families of children with cancer for day-to-day expenses, including gas and food cards, bus passes, and assistance during holiday and back-to-school seasons. Annually commits $100,000 for gas and food cards and has provided over $4.8 million in total financial assistance.
    • Financial Assistance for Families
      Provides financial support to families of children with cancer for day-to-day expenses, including gas and food cards, bus passes, and assistance during holiday and back-to-school seasons. Annually commits $100,000 for gas and food cards and has provided over $4.8 million in total financial assistance.
    • Financial Assistance for Families
      Provides financial support to families of children with cancer for day-to-day expenses, including gas and food cards, bus passes, and assistance during holiday and back-to-school seasons. Annually commits $100,000 for gas and food cards and has provided over $4.8 million in total financial assistance to Arizona families.
    • Financial Assistance for Families
      Provides financial support to families of children with cancer for day-to-day expenses, including gas and food cards, bus passes, and assistance during holiday and back-to-school seasons. Annually commits $100,000 for gas and food cards and has provided over $4.8 million in total financial assistance to Arizona families.
    • Provision of financial and basic needs support to families
      Provides direct financial assistance to families of children with cancer through gas and food card programs, bus and cafeteria passes, and support for day-to-day expenses. The organization commits $100,000 annually to these efforts and has distributed over $4.8 million in total financial and family-centered support, assisting over 800 Arizona families each year.
  • Comfort and Care Kits for Hospitalized Youth 1 activity
    • Distribution of admission and essential support bags
      Provides 250 Children’s Cancer Network Admission Bags annually to newly diagnosed children and families, containing resources, necessities, and comfort items for use during unexpected hospital stays.
  • Uncategorized 5 activities
    • Family Therapy Funding
      Funds a full-time Family Therapist at Phoenix Children’s Hospital Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders to provide support and counseling to families impacted by childhood cancer.
    • Family Therapy Services
      Funds a full-time Family Therapist at Phoenix Children’s Hospital Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders to provide support and counseling to families.
    • Family Therapy Support
      Funds a full-time Family Therapist at Phoenix Children’s Hospital Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders to provide essential support and counseling services to families navigating childhood cancer.
    • Family Therapy and Counseling
      Funds a full-time Family Therapist at Phoenix Children’s Hospital Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders to provide support and counseling services to families.
    • Provision of mental health support through hospital-based therapy
      Funds a full-time Family Therapist at Phoenix Children’s Hospital Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders to deliver counseling and emotional support services to children and families navigating cancer treatment.
financials · form 990 · fy2020
revenue
Total revenue$1.04M
Contributions & grants$1.09M104%
Program service revenue$25K2%
Investment income$1440%
Other revenue$-70K
expenses
Total expenses$1.04M
Program expenses79%
Admin / overhead16%
Fundraising5%
Salaries & benefits$238K
Grants paid out$180K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$722K
Cash$672K
Investments$0
Liabilities$43K
Net assets$679K
Liquid reserves7.8 mo
1 years on record · 2020–2020
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2020

who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
PATTI LUTTRELL EXEC DIR- CO 60 $78K
board members · 13
  • ALEXANDRA WALSH — DIRECTOR
  • BUTCH GLISPIE — DIRECTOR
  • DAINA HUNT — DIRECTOR
  • GRETCHEN BAUMGARDNER — DIRECTOR
  • JEANNINE WATANABE — SECRETARY
  • JOSE MORENO — DIRECTOR
  • JOSEPH MORRIS — DIRECTOR
  • MICHAEL ROLAND — TREASURER
  • PAM FINUCANE — DIRECTOR
  • PRUDENCE HODGSON — DIRECTOR
  • STEPHEN LUTTRELL — PRESIDENT/CO
  • TINA DUFFY — DIRECTOR
  • TODD MODIC — VICE PRESIDE
relationships · 8

who they work with

  • Amazon Partner — Utilizes Amazon Wish List for in-kind donations and participates in Amazon Smile program.
  • Arizona Pediatric Oncology Teams Partner — Partners with pediatric oncology teams in Arizona.
  • ChildhoodCancerAZ.com Partner — Maintains the Childhood Cancer Resource Directory in partnership with organizations, hospitals, and community groups.
  • Fry's Partner — Participates in the Fry's Community Rewards program.
  • GiveSmart Network — Uses GiveSmart as the platform for its fundraising gala and auction.
  • Phoenix Children’s Hospital Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders Partner — Funds a full-time Family Therapist at the center.
  • Ronald McDonald House Partner — Participates in an Adopt-A-Room Program and Dinners to help families.
  • Tommy Bahama Partner — Tommy Bahama sponsors a golf tournament benefiting CCN.