You Can Make an ImpactChildren’s Cancer Research Fund invests in lifesaving, leading-edge research in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and cure of childhood cancers and blood-related disorders. Fueled by compassion since opening our doors in 1981, our team has revolutionized the way childhood cancer is treated worldwide. Our investments in key research initiatives and patient care have led to innovative treatments, faster cures, new discoveries, and compassionate quality-of-life programs that give hope to pediatric patients and their families. One person. One donation. One hour of volunteer time. Your time and efforts can make a huge difference in the lives of childhood cancer patients and their families. LatestZach Sobiech: Celebrities serenade dying teenager his farewell song “Clouds”From Inquisitr.com Sheryl Crow, Cirque du Soleil at Glamorama 2013From Pioneer Press Stars Serenade Zach Sobiech in Appreciation of His Brave Cancer FightFrom People.com A Brother’s GiftMay 10 | Jacob was a caring boy with a perpetual smile on his face. Even through a six-month battle with cerebral adrenoleukodystrophy (cALD) that ultimately took his life, he remained positive and upbeat. Read More Picnic of Hope gets a new homeMay 9 | Picnic of Hope welcomes current and former pediatric hematology/oncology and BMT patients who were treated at University of Minnesota Amplatz Children's Hospital.Read More New Hope for Boys with a Rare Genetic DisorderMay 8 | With funding from Children’s Cancer Research Fund, Troy Lund, M.D., Ph.D., and Paul Orchard, M.D., are pursuing research projects to discover the causes and find better treatments for patients with cerebral Adrenoleukodystrophy (cALD), a fatal genetic disorder that affects adolescent males if left untreated. Read More Supporting SiblingsMay 7 | When a child is diagnosed with cancer or other life-threatening illness, the entire family experiences a great deal of loss, including the siblings, who are uniquely affected by the impacts of the illness. Enter Sibshops!Read More Behind the Scenes: Chopped All-StarsMay 6 | I love food. I love cooking it, and I love eating it. So when I learned that my father-in-law had arranged for me to spend the day cooking with Chopped All-Stars Mega Chef, Chef Gavin Kaysen, it really was one of the best moments in my life. It was especially meaningful, because this gift came to me just two months after my 3-year-old son Julian died. My wife, Emily, and I didn’t experience many joyful moments in those days.Read More Why We Fly: ActionMay 3 | Joggers for Julian team captains tell us why they participate in Time to Fly. Read More |
Ways to HelpUpcoming EventsTime to Fly 2013Saturday, Jun 22
Macy’s Passport presents GlamoramaFriday, Aug 2
10th Annual 140 Invitational Golf TournamentSaturday, Aug 17
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