activities · 14
what they do
direct service · 14
- Administration of scholarships for survivors and families Pediatric Cancer-Affected ScholarshipsAwards 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.
- Community Awareness and EducationConducts 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.
- Delivery of school-based education and empathy programsEmpowers 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.
- Distribution of admission and essential support bags Comfort and Care Kits DistributionProvides 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.
- Family Therapy Services Pediatric Cancer Family Support ServicesFunds a full-time Family Therapist at Phoenix Children’s Hospital Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders to provide support and counseling to families.
- Financial Assistance for Families Pediatric Cancer Family Support ServicesProvides 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.
- Fundraising Events Cancer-Focused Fundraising & Awareness EventsOrganizes 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.
- Operation of the Childhood Cancer Resource Directory Pediatric Cancer Family Support ServicesOperates 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.
- Organization of fundraising events Cancer-Focused Fundraising & Awareness EventsOrganizes 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.
- Provision of educational and emotional support programsOffers 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.
- Provision of financial and basic needs support to families Pediatric Cancer Family Support ServicesProvides 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.
- Provision of mental health support through hospital-based therapy Pediatric Cancer Family Support ServicesFunds 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.
- Resource and Support Programs Pediatric Cancer Family Support ServicesOffers 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.
- Scholarship Program Pediatric Cancer-Affected ScholarshipsAwards 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.
strategies · 10
how they think
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- Centralized Resource Navigation resource_navigationConnects families to a wide array of critical services and centralizes these resources to save families time and energy, enabling them to make informed decisions and access necessary care more efficiently.
- Centralized Resource Navigation for Family Empowerment resource_navigationConnects families to a wide range of critical services—financial, medical, emotional, logistical, and educational—through a centralized system that reduces burden and enables informed decision-making.
- Collaborative Partnership Development partnership_developmentEngages with various partners, including healthcare teams and community organizations, to enhance support for children with cancer and their families.
- Comprehensive Family Support Across Cancer Journey comprehensive_family_supportProvides continuous, holistic support to families during every phase of a child’s cancer experience, ensuring sustained engagement and addressing evolving needs over time.
- Diversified Fundraising through Community and Corporate Engagement diversified_fundraisingUtilizes multiple channels for fundraising, including in-kind donations, corporate giving programs, community events, and leveraging tax credit incentives, to secure resources for supporting families.
- Family-Centered Program Design family-centered_supportDesigns and sustains high-quality programs focused on the highest-priority needs of children and families affected by childhood cancer, ensuring relevance and impact.
- Holistic and Continuous Family Support comprehensive_family_supportProvides ongoing, comprehensive support to families navigating a child's cancer journey, addressing their needs across all phases of treatment and recovery.
- Multi-Channel Fundraising and Donation Engagement corporate_giving_programEngages donors through diverse giving mechanisms—including in-kind donations, corporate giving programs (Amazon Smile, Fry’s Community Rewards), and community-led fundraising—maximizing accessibility and financial support.
- Strategic Partnership and Healthcare Collaboration partnership_developmentBuilds partnerships with healthcare providers and community organizations to enhance service delivery and support for families, including formal collaboration with pediatric oncology teams in Arizona.
- Tax Credit Incentive for Donor Engagement tax_credit_incentiveLeverages Arizona’s Qualified Charitable Organization designation to incentivize donations through dollar-for-dollar state tax credits, increasing donor participation and contributions.
named programs · 4
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.
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.