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Rosie
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You Can Make an Impact

Children’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.

The latest advances in research

Our research advisor receives $26 million to lead national blood and bone marrow cancer research. These findings will benefit thousands of patients diagnosed worldwide with leukemia, lymphoma and other blood and bone marrow disorders. Read more here.

News

Child with Down Syndrome and Leukemia Featured on Radiothon

From Pierce County Herold
Jacob was born with Down syndrome. Individuals with Down syndrome are up to 20 times more likely to develop leukemia than the general population, according to our researchers. Read More

MN boy undergoes stem cell transplant; now cancer free

From Kare-11
Diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia at the age of three, the odds were stacked against nine-year-old Owen Pilot. He's now cancer free following an umbilical cord blood transplant, a procedure pioneered by our team. See his inspirational story. Read More

Our research receives a five-year $3.5 million NIH grant to study the origin of pediatric tumors

Jenny Poynter, Ph.D., M.P.H., assistant professor in the Department of Pediatrics' Division of Pediatric Epidemiology and Clinical Research, has received a five-year, $3.5 million grant from the National Institutes of Health for her study, "Molecular Epidemiology of Pediatric Germ Cell Tumors." Read More

Upcoming Events

Date for Life

Thursday, February 9
The Twin Cities’ most eligible bachelors and bachelorettes will be auctioned off at the most unique fundraising event of the season. If you already have a Valentine, show them how much you care by bidding on other fabulous couples date packages.Event Site

Time To Fly 2012

Saturday, June 30
Join in the race against childhood cancer at Time to Fly! A Twin Cities’ favorite for runners and walkers alike; the event features 10 and 5K runs, a family friendly 5K walk and a Kids’ Fun Run.Event Site

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