Childrens Cancer Connection

Organization Overview

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 12/2023, Childrens Cancer Connection employed 13 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 12/2023, 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 0.4% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $1.3m during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 2.1% 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.

Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing

TAX YEAR

2023

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.


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.


CHILDREN'S CANCER CONNECTION STRIVES TO BE A LEADER IN PROVIDING SERVICES FROM DIAGNOSIS THROUGH THE ENTIRE JOURNEY. OUR HOSPITAL-BASED PROGRAMMING SUPPORTS THE CHILD, FAMILY, AND HEALTHCARE TEAM. PROGRAMS LIKE THE MY JOURNEY SERIES, 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.


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Board, Officers & Key Employees

Name (title)Compensation
Patti Meyer
Chair
$0
Jennifer Hauschildt
Vice Chair
$0
Jenn White
Treasurer
$0
Dr Julie Anderson-Suddarth
Secretary
$0
Mitchell Schmitt
Director
$0
Shannon Schwery
Director
$0

Financial Statements

Statement of Revenue
Federated campaigns$0
Membership dues$0
Fundraising events$34,332
Related organizations$0
Government grants $418,750
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above$818,124
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f $0
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar$1,271,206
Total Program Service Revenue$0
Investment income $39,942
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds $0
Royalties $0
Net Rental Income $0
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales -$12,865
Net Income from Fundraising Events $108,630
Net Income from Gaming Activities $0
Net Income from Sales of Inventory -$2,745
Miscellaneous Revenue$0
Total Revenue $1,448,017

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