Childrens Cancer Connection is located in Johnston, IA. The organization was established in 1989. According to its NTEE Classification (G30) the organization is classified as: Cancer, under the broad grouping of Voluntary Health Associations & Medical Disciplines and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Childrens Cancer Connection employed 12 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Childrens Cancer Connection is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.
For the year ending 12/2021, Childrens Cancer Connection generated $1.4m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 7.2% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $1.0m during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 0.5% per year over the past 7 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
WE PROVIDE 60+ PROGRAMS ANNUALLY TO CONNECT IOWA FAMILIES AFFECTED BY CHILDHOOD CANCER.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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CHILDREN'S CANCER CONNECTION PROVIDES WEEKLONG RESIDENTIAL CAMP FOR CHILDREN THAT HAVE OR HAVE HAD CANCER. WE ALSO PROVIDE A SEPERATE WEEK OF CAMP FOR THE BROTHERS AND SISTERS OF THE CHILDREN DIAGNOSED WITH CANCER. IN ADDITION, WE PROVIDE DAY CAMP PROGRAMS, FAMILY WEEKENDS, TEEN CAMPS, AND OTHER RETREATS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR.
CHILDREN'S CANCER CONNECTION STRIVES TO BE A LEADER IN PROVIDING SERVICES FROM DIAGNOSIS THROUGH THE ENTIRE JOURNEY. OUR HOSPITAL AND CLINIC-BASED PROGRAMMING SUPPORTS THE CHILD, FAMILY, AND HEALTHCARE TEAM. PROGRAMS LIKE THE MY JOURNEY SERIESTM, INCLUDES MY JOURNEY BOOK, A PARENT RESOURCE AND TEACHING GUIDE FOR THE HEALTHCARE TEAM. BEADS4BRAVERY ALLOWS THE CHILD A WAY OF JOURNALING THEIR TREATMENT PROCESS BY COLLECTING UNIQUE BEADS THAT REPRESENT THE DIFFERENT PROCEDURES THEY FACE. THE COURAGE STORE PROVIDES A TRACKING AND REWARD SYSTEM TO HELP PATIENTS FEEL EMPOWERED THROUGHOUT TREATMENT.
CHILDREN'S CANCER CONNECTION OFFERS SUPPORT SERVICES AND OUTINGS AS A WAY TO CONNECT CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES WITH OTHERS WHO TRULY UNDERSTAND THE DEVASTATING EFFECTS CANCER HAS ON THE ENTIRE FAMILY. THROUGHOUT THE YEAR, THESE PROGRAMS ARE OFFERED IN THE FORM OF FAMILY ACTIVITIES AND OUTINGS, SUPPORT PROGRAMMING FOR BEREAVED FAMILIES, AND GROUP ACTIVITIES.
TO PROVIDE SCHOLARSHIPS FOR THOSE DIRECTLY AFFECTED BY CHILDHOOD CANCER WHO ATTEND OR PLAN TO ATTEND AN ACCREDITED TWO OR FOUR YEAR INSTITUTION. CHILDREN'S CANCER CONNECTION EMPOWERING SCHOLARSHIPS INCLUDE BOARD REIMBURSEMENT SCHOLARSHIPS AND TUITION ASSISTANCE. SCHOLARSHIPS IN THE VALUES FROM $500-$5,000.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Jennifer Hines Chief Executive Officer | Officer | 40 | $101,160 |
Dr Julie Anderson-Suddarth Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Stacy Marean Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Keith Muhlbauer Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Mike Currie Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Michelle Fischbach Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Fundraising events | $8,336 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $211,200 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $1,074,222 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,293,758 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $700 |
Investment income | $18,077 |
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Net Rental Income | $0 |
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | -$1,262 |
Net Income from Fundraising Events | $75,462 |
Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
Net Income from Sales of Inventory | -$263 |
Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $1,432,559 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $11,500 |
Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $101,160 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $10,116 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $422,917 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $15,321 |
Other employee benefits | $50,248 |
Payroll taxes | $38,335 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $4,974 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $12,725 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $5,258 |
Fees for services: Other | $8,544 |
Advertising and promotion | $21,930 |
Office expenses | $3,063 |
Information technology | $48,563 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $39,296 |
Travel | $8,051 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $3,209 |
Interest | $0 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $31,269 |
Insurance | $8,445 |
All other expenses | $56,776 |
Total functional expenses | $1,037,145 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $703,248 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $208,499 |
Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
Inventories for sale or use | $14,504 |
Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $2,480 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $603,070 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $91,458 |
Investments—other securities | $654,500 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $4,061 |
Other assets | $479,109 |
Total assets | $2,760,929 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $21,567 |
Grants payable | $0 |
Deferred revenue | $104,500 |
Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $578,394 |
Other liabilities | $0 |
Total liabilities | $704,461 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $1,374,004 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $682,464 |
Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $2,760,929 |
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Childrens Cancer Connection has recieved totaling $20,000.
Awarding Organization | Amount |
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Carlson Family Foundation Urbandale, IA PURPOSE: YOUTH SERVICES | $20,000 |
Beg. Balance | $592,024 |
Earnings | $95,125 |
Admin Expense | $3,422 |
Grants | $29,227 |
Ending Balance | $654,500 |
Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
---|---|---|
Alliance Nctn Foundation Chicago, IL | $4,276,385 | $9,494,506 |
Midwest Athletes Against Childhood Cancer Inc Milwaukee, WI | $8,719,614 | $5,966,033 |
Ronald Mcdonald House Charities Upper Midwest Minneapolis, MN | $28,376,460 | $7,176,749 |
Cancer Center Of Western Wisconsin Inc New Richmond, WI | $3,535,083 | $4,799,679 |
Hematology Oncology Pharmacy Association Inc Milwaukee, WI | $8,943,245 | $5,533,209 |
American Indian Cancer Foundation Saint Paul, MN | $2,062,882 | $4,261,089 |
Wellness House Hinsdale, IL | $4,130,428 | $3,474,611 |
Northern Illinois Cancer Treatment Center Dixon, IL | $6,957,137 | $2,837,443 |
Fight Colorectal Cancer Inc Springfield, MO | $4,461,667 | $2,518,270 |
Angel Foundation Mendota Heights, MN | $4,616,483 | $2,858,549 |
Association Of Pediatric Hematology Oncology Nurses Inc Chicago, IL | $3,004,986 | $2,463,063 |
Wise Women Gathering Place Inc Green Bay, WI | $356,088 | $2,004,991 |