Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month 2020
In the U.S., 15,780 children under the age of 21 are diagnosed with cancer every year; approximately 1/4 of them will not survive the disease. We know ...
500 Number of children in New Jersey that are diagnosed with cancer every year. This is higher than all but 5 other states in the nation.
(Source: National Institutes of Health)
(Source: National Institutes of Health)
75% Percentage of families that will have at least one parent reduce hours or stop working to care for their child.
(Source: American Cancer Society)
(Source: American Cancer Society)
15,700 Number of parents that will hear the words “your child has cancer.” Cancer is the leading cause of death by disease in children.
(Source: CureSearch)
(Source: CureSearch)
Our Mission
What if every parent of a child with cancer had a place to turn to for support?
We believe that no family should suffer financial hardship while battling childhood cancer.
Taking action together we have the power to enable the medicine of hope.
Sep 24 2020
2020 Annual Gala
As you know, in early March we made the difficult but necessary decision to postpone our Annual Gala given the COVID-19 pandemic that was just beginning in our area. Our hearts go out to all of you who have been affected physically, economically, and emotionally. We look forward to gathering together for our first ever Virtual Gala!
Oct 18 2020
2020 'Howl'oween
Join us for this outdoor 'Howl'oween Event that includes trick or treating, a Dogs on Parade event, and more! Bring your human friends as well! More information and registration details coming soon.
Apr 16 2021
2020 Annual Jersey Shore Comedy Night
Nothing is more important to the Fighting Children’s Cancer Foundation than the safety and well-being of our families, supporters, and community. In light of COVID-19 and State and Federal recommendations, and to ensure the safety of our supporters, FCCF families, and guests, we have decided to move our Jersey Shore Comedy Night to April 2021.
2020 North Jersey Golf Event - Thank you!
Dear Fighting Children’s Cancer Foundation family, ...
Creating Special Family Moments Part II
As the academic school year winds down, and as summer activities may still be uncertain given COVID-19, our Fighting Children's Cancer Foundation ...