activities · 22
what they do
direct service · 22
- Annual Candle Lighting Ceremony Cancer-Focused Fundraising & Awareness EventsHosts an Annual Candle Lighting Ceremony to honor and remember children with cancer and blood disorders.
- Annual Dream Night PromOrganizes an Annual Dream Night Prom for teens and their siblings.
- Family Support Events and Camps Family-Centered Recreational Events for Pediatric Cancer PatientsOrganizes various monthly activities, annual family camps (including a three-day camp on Mount Lemmon and a Fall Family Camp in Heber, AZ), and special events like "Mothers Night Out," "Dads Night Out," and "Family Day" to provide ongoing support and social opportunities for children with cancer or blood disorders and their families. These events serve approximately 300-450 children and family members annually.
- Financial Assistance Program Pediatric Cancer Family Support ServicesProvides financial assistance to families affected by childhood cancer for essential needs such as utility bills, rent, car payments, gas, and grocery cards. This program serves over 150 families annually.
- Halloween PartyOrganizes a Halloween party for families to socialize, have dinner, and engage in art activities and games.
- Holiday Assistance ProgramOrganizes a Holiday Party and a Holiday Assistance party that includes fulfilling children's gift wishes, providing new gifts for children aged birth to 18 years, and offering financial assistance to families. Also provides full-course Thanksgiving meals to youth in the hospital, their families, and hospital staff.
- Host an Annual Candle Lighting Ceremony Cancer-Focused Fundraising & Awareness EventsHosts an Annual Candle Lighting Ceremony to honor and remember children with cancer and blood disorders.
- Host memorial ceremonies Cancer-Focused Fundraising & Awareness EventsHosts an Annual Candle Lighting Ceremony to honor and remember children with cancer and blood disorders.
- Host social events for families Family-Centered Recreational Events for Pediatric Cancer PatientsOrganizes monthly events for children with cancer or blood disorders and their families, including craft activities, "Mothers Night Out," "Dads Night Out," "Family Day" outings, Halloween parties, and an Annual Dream Night Prom for teens.
- Host social events for families and parents Family-Centered Recreational Events for Pediatric Cancer PatientsOrganizes monthly events for children with cancer or blood disorders and their families, including craft activities, "Mothers Night Out" events (dinner, makeovers, spa days), "Dads Night Out" events (dinner, sporting events, golf weekends), "Family Day" events (amusement parks, sporting events), Halloween parties, and an Annual Dream Night Prom for teens and their siblings.
- Laptop Program for Sickle Cell Disease Student Technology Access ProgramsProvides laptops to youth with Sickle Cell disease to help them maintain academic connection and progress despite school absences.
- Offer support groups Pediatric Cancer Family Support ServicesProvides ongoing support to families affected by childhood cancer through support group communications and offers a support group for young adults with oncology needs.
- Organize family camps and retreats Youth & Family Outdoor Adventure ProgramsOrganizes annual three-day family camps on Mount Lemmon and a Fall Family Camp in Heber, AZ, as well as other weekend family retreats in various camp settings across Arizona.
- Provide Thanksgiving meals Holiday Food and Gift DistributionProvides full-course Thanksgiving meals to youth in the hospital, their families, and hospital staff.
- Provide educational support for youth with Sickle Cell disease Student Technology Access ProgramsProvides laptops to youth with Sickle Cell disease to help them maintain academic connection and progress despite school absences.
- Provide financial assistance to families Pediatric Cancer Family Support ServicesProvides financial assistance to families affected by childhood cancer for utility bills, rent, car payments, gas, and grocery cards.
- Provide holiday assistanceOrganizes a Holiday Party and Holiday Assistance parties that include fulfilling children's gift wishes, providing new gifts for children aged birth to 18 years, and offering financial assistance to families. Also provides full-course Thanksgiving meals to youth in the hospital, their families, and hospital staff.
- Provide holiday assistanceOrganizes a Holiday Party and Holiday Assistance party that includes fulfilling children's gift wishes, providing new gifts for children aged birth to 18 years, and offering financial assistance to families.
- Provide school advocacy resources Pediatric Cancer Family Support ServicesProvides resources for school advocacy to families of children with cancer.
- Provide school advocacy resourcesProvides resources for school advocacy to support families.
- School Advocacy ResourcesProvides resources to families for school advocacy.
- Young Adult Oncology Support Group Cancer Peer Support & Emotional Wellness ProgramsOffers a support group specifically for young adults with oncology needs.
strategies · 15
how they think
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- Advocacy and educational continuity support educational_advocacySupports students affected by medical treatments through educational advocacy and helps families navigate school systems to maintain academic progress during illness.
- Communication-based support coordination communication-based support coordinationUses email and other communication tools to maintain consistent engagement with families and support group members, ensuring timely dissemination of information and sustained connection to services.
- Communication-based support coordination communication-based support coordinationUses email and other communication tools to maintain consistent engagement with families and support groups, ensuring timely dissemination of information and ongoing connection to services.
- Community-based volunteer and partnership engagement community_volunteer_modelLeverages volunteers from diverse community sectors—including schools, corporations, military, and individuals—to deliver programs and events, ensuring scalability and community ownership while maintaining free access to services.
- Comprehensive family and survivor support ecosystem lifecycle_supportBuilds a full-circle support network that includes not only currently affected families but also bereaved families, survivors, and professionals, ensuring long-term emotional, social, and educational continuity.
- Comprehensive needs assessment and resource coordination resource_coordinationThrough one-on-one mentoring and collaboration with pediatric oncology social workers, the organization identifies family needs and connects them to local and national resources, including financial, medical, and educational support systems.
- Coordinated resource navigation and advocacy resource_navigationThe organization works closely with pediatric oncology social workers and provides one-on-one mentoring to identify specific family needs, connect them with local and national resources, and offer guidance for self-advocacy. This ensures families receive comprehensive support and access to necessary services, including educational and financial assistance.
- Free access to holistic family support programs free_access_modelProvides all programs at no cost to families affected by childhood cancer or blood disorders, ensuring equitable access to emotional, social, and educational support regardless of financial status.
- Individualized family needs assessment and resource coordination client-centered_coordinationProvides one-on-one mentoring and case coordination to identify specific family needs and connect them with local, national, and low-cost resources, often in partnership with pediatric oncology social workers, to ensure holistic support across medical and social systems.
- Normalization and psychosocial support for children and siblings normalization_modelThe organization provides programs that allow children with cancer and their siblings to engage in age-appropriate, normalizing activities and peer support opportunities to promote emotional well-being and help them "be kids" despite illness.
- Peer-led emotional and social support network peer_support_modelFacilitates mutual support among families, parents, siblings, and youth through peer connections, mentoring, and shared experiences to reduce isolation and build resilience. This includes structured programs like camps, parent circles, and sibling support that normalize life during and after treatment by connecting those with lived experience.
- Peer-to-peer and family-to-family support peer_supportThe organization fosters a sense of community and mutual support among families affected by childhood cancer and blood disorders by connecting them with each other, facilitating shared experiences, and providing opportunities for peer mentoring. This approach aims to alleviate isolation, promote camaraderie, and build resilience.
- Peer-to-peer and family-to-family support model peer_support_modelThe organization facilitates connections between families, parents, siblings, and youth who share similar experiences to foster mutual support, reduce isolation, and build resilience through shared understanding and mentorship.
- Volunteer-driven program delivery volunteer_engagementThe organization relies on a diverse base of volunteers from various community sectors to operate its programs and events, enabling it to deliver services and support to families.
- Volunteer-powered program delivery volunteer_engagementLeverages a broad base of volunteers from diverse community sectors—including schools, corporations, and military groups—to deliver programs and events, enabling scalable and community-embedded support.
named programs · 8
what they call their work
Annual Family Camps
Hosts weekend family retreats in Arizona camp settings to foster camaraderie and mutual support among families affected by childhood cancer.
Dream Night Prom for Teens
Hosts an annual formal event for teens and siblings to enjoy a night of music, style, and peer connection.
Educational Support and Advocacy
Supports students missing school due to illness by providing laptops and helping them stay connected with teachers and academic work.
Financial Assistance and Resource Program (FARP)
Offers financial aid for rent, utilities, groceries, and transportation, along with one-on-one mentoring to help families navigate support systems.
Holiday Assistance Party
Organizes a culturally inclusive holiday event with gifts for diagnosed children and siblings, activities, and financial assistance for families in need.
Parent Support Program
Provides individual and group support, parent circles at camps, and peer mentoring for parents of children with cancer or blood disorders.
Young Adult Oncology Support Group
Offers peer support for young adults navigating life after or during cancer treatment.
Youth and Sibling Support Program (YSSP)
Provides peer support, normalizing activities, and events for children and siblings of cancer patients, including holiday parties, camps, and educational support.
relationships · 18
who they work with
- Angel Charity for Children, Inc. Funder — Sponsor of Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Organization of Southern Arizona.
- Angel Charity for Children, Inc. Funder — Sponsored the organization's website.
- Angel Charity for Children, Inc. Funder — Sponsors the organization's website.
- Angel Charity for Children, Inc. Funder — Sponsors the website.
- Angel Charity for Children, Inc. Partner — Sponsor of the Candlelighters Childhood Cancer website
- Angel Charity for Children, Inc. Partner — Sponsors the organization's website.
- Angel Charity for Children, Inc. Partner — Website sponsor
- Arizona Diamondbacks Foundation Funder — Sponsor of Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Organization of Southern Arizona.
- Banner UMC Tucson Partner — Works closely with pediatric oncology social workers at this local treating hospital.
- Banner UMC Tucson Partner — Works closely with social workers and physicians to provide assistance to families.
- Banner University Medical Center Partner — Hosts the Annual Candle Lighting Ceremony on its lawn.
- Banner University Medical Center Tucson Partner — Hosts the Annual Candle Lighting Ceremony on its front lawn; pediatric oncology social workers at the hospital work closely with Candlelighters.
- Chapman Auto Group Funder — Sponsor of Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Organization of Southern Arizona.
- KOA Care Camps Funder — Sponsor of Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Organization of Southern Arizona.
- Pueblo Optimist Club Funder — Sponsor of Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Organization of Southern Arizona.
- Sundt Foundation Funder — Sponsor of Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Organization of Southern Arizona.
- Tucson Conquistadores Funder — Sponsor of Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Organization of Southern Arizona.
- Tucson REALTORS® Charitable Foundation Funder — Sponsor of Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Organization of Southern Arizona.