Impact
FCC. . .
- Is the only national cancer foundation of its kind
- Is unique in that it eliminates the “red tape” which often hinders families who need financial assistance
- Is committed to making a difference in young cancer patients’ lives
- Works with a network of hospitals, clinics and social workers, to discover and quickly address legitimate, unmet needs.
Since inception FCC has. . .
- Provided over $1,000,000 in assistance
- Helped 2100 families and 8000 lives
- Increased the number of families supported by 87% in less than two years
- Worked with 200 hospitals in 44 states across the country
- Increased Hats On Day school participation by more than 200% since it went national, raising over $1,000,000 to date with schools in all 50 states participating
- Developed the “FCC Children Are Golden” campaign, a ribbon campaign to raise funds and increase awareness about the Foundation for Children with Cancer and childhood cancer.
- Developed “A Beaded Journey” program working with four hospitals nationwide, whereby children receive beads of varying color and style to mark their own unique cancer journey.
- Expanded the Board of Directors from 4 members to eleven.
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