• Community coming together to raise funds for children’s cancer research – virtually

    |November 10, 2020|

    PRESS RELEASE Since a year after its founding in 1983, The Children's Cancer Foundation, Inc. has held an annual gala, celebrating locally-funded researchers and brave young survivors. When the pandemic hit this year, CCF staff and Board of Directors were faced with a choice: cancel the first gala in 36 years, or find another way to come together in our... Read More >

  • A child in a red hoodie pointing with a message to fight childhood cancer.

    Giant Food launches childhood cancer campaign for 2020

    |October 12, 2020|

    UPDATE October 13, 2020 - Giant Food launched its 16th annual Pediatric Cancer Campaign fundraising program on August 14th, which aimed to raise $2M.  But just five weeks into the campaign, Giant Food and its shoppers raised $2.2M!  The goal was surpassed before the Childhood Cancer Awareness Month of September was even over, breaking past campaign records. CCF is grateful to... Read More >

  • Yellow ribbon promoting childhood cancer awareness and support for survivors.

    Join CCF for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month all September

    |September 1, 2020|

    Each September, CCF spreads awareness about the importance of supporting pediatric cancer research. Without research, cures and improved treatments are not possible. Please join us this month, and throughout the year, in efforts to increase awareness about pediatric cancer and its impact on far too many children. Today, 43 children will learn they have cancer. Together, we will find cures. Join... Read More >

  • 2020 CCF Research Awardees list with affiliations and names.

    CCF commits to $500K for local research and programs in 2020

    |August 25, 2020|

    PRESS RELEASE Contact: Lauren Lasher, CCF 443-546-4479 lauren@childrenscancerfoundation.org August 25, 2020 The Children’s Cancer Foundation, Inc. continues 35-year commitment to fund regional childhood cancer research and programs with $500K in grants Six pediatric cancer research awardees represent Johns Hopkins, Georgetown, Children’s National, and the National Cancer Institute (COLUMBIA, MD)- The Children’s Cancer Foundation, Inc. (CCF), a 501(c)3 non-profit, committed to... Read More >

  • A message from The Children’s Cancer Foundation, Inc. (CCF)

    |June 10, 2020|

    The work at CCF values each individual child facing a diagnosis of cancer. Cancer does not discriminate, and neither must we. Like those nationwide and worldwide, we are pained and saddened to bear witness to the unjust deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery and far too many others. We hope that the resulting movement from these senseless acts... Read More >

  • Update on the 5th Annual CCF Research Symposium

    |April 2, 2020|

    Dear Friend - Until this week, I was hopeful that we could move forward on the 5th Annual CCF Research Symposium, scheduled for June 3rd. However, between the most recent projections and our colleagues in the community experiencing shrinking staffs and hectic schedules, it seemed prudent to postpone the Symposium. For those who submitted abstracts, thank you. At this time,... Read More >

  • Two young boys smiling and posing together at a formal event.

    A message for the CCF Community

    |March 24, 2020|

    (Updated 4/2/2020) We’re doing our part to closely monitor the current situation surrounding the coronavirus (COVID-19) and following national and local recommendations for precautionary measures, travel and community events.  Many of our partners interact with immune-compromised children on a daily basis, so we know all too well the importance of exercising an abundance of caution. At this point in time, several... Read More >

  • People working in a modern office space with text about accepting property fund applications.

    CCF Currently Accepting 2020 Grant Proposals

    |February 17, 2020|

    UPDATE 5/12/2020 - The period for CCF accepting grant proposals for the 2020 funding cycle has concluded. Please check in February 2021 for information regarding the next year's funding application process. The Children's Cancer Foundation, Inc. (CCF) invites individuals from Maryland, D.C. and N. Virginia conducting research or programs relevant to pediatric cancer to submit proposals for Award consideration. CCF... Read More >

  • A group of women gathered around a table painting together.

    Families enjoy some holiday time with CCF

    |December 19, 2019|

    Over 90 guests, including patients, survivors and family members, gathered at Tino’s Italian Bistro on Saturday, December 14th to enjoy an afternoon of friendship, survivorship and activities, hosted by The Children’s Cancer Foundation, Inc. Kids undergoing treatment, as well as survivors, siblings and parents enjoyed a delicious lunch, games, face painting, a visit from Santa, raffles and gifts that were donated... Read More >

  • President and Executive Director assume new roles at The Children’s Cancer Foundation, Inc.

    |November 20, 2019|

    PRESS RELEASE: President and Executive Director assume new roles at The Children’s Cancer Foundation, Inc. Columbia, MD (November 20, 2019) – After serving as the President of The Children’s Cancer Foundation, Inc. (CCF) for over six years, Dr. Jerrold C. Chadwick, will assume the responsibilities of Chairman of the Board, effective immediately. Lindley Bucci, CCF Board member and current Vice... Read More >