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Our Purpose

We ​work to enrich the lives of children battling cancer and their families by providing programs, support, and helpful resources all while emphasizing advocacy and promoting public awareness. With great determination, we hope to inspire and encourage our community to get involved, promote awareness and make a difference for children battling cancer.

The Facts

The types of cancers that develop in children are often different from the types that develop in adults. Childhood cancers are often the result of DNA (gene) changes in cells that take place very early in life, sometimes even before birth. Unlike many cancers in adults, childhood cancers are not strongly linked to lifestyle or environmental risk factors.
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Key Statistics for Cancer in Adolescents* 
  • An estimated 5,000 to 6,000 adolescents (aged 15 to 19) are diagnosed with cancer each year in the United States
  • About 500 to 600 adolescents die from cancer each year
  • Teens who have had cancer might be at risk for long-term effects from the cancer or its treatment, as well as for effects that might not show up until many years later (known as late effects). 
Key Statistics for Cancer in Children*
  • An estimated 10,500 children in the United States under the age of 15 will be diagnosed with cancer in 2022
  • About 1,190 children under the age of 15 are expected to die from cancer in 2022
  • After accidents, cancer is the second leading cause of death in children ages 1 to 14

Today in the United States
About 46 children will be diagnosed with cancer, 46 parents will hear the words "your child has cancer" and 
about 5 children will die from cancer
*American Cancer Society Stats and Figures 2022

​Join Us in the Fight Against Childhood Cancer.

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​I just wanted to share...
 
Mom, Ana just called me and was overcome with emotion...crying. She wanted to thank me, and your Foundation for paying their rent and "allowing them more time with Belle". It was one of the most emotional calls I have had in this job. Thank you for this and all you do for the families you help.

Caitlin, Emmanuel Cancer Foundation
Thank you for the wonderful email and the incredible basket you made for Noah.
It was so wonderful to see the joy in his eyes when he opened the basket.  He was shocked when he realized that the items were chosen specifically for him.
He couldn't believe it.  

Madeline, Oncology Mom
 We received an email a few days ago, letting us know about the support you are giving us. My heart sunk and eyes filled with tears. Sarah’s Fight for Hope is an amazing Foundation and has given us much ease so we can focus more on the strength we need to have during this world wind of a time for our daughter. 

Evelyne and Edgar, Oncology Parents