It is our mission to enhance the quality of life for children with cancer and their families by providing financial assistance and compassionate support programs, all while advocating for increased research funds and raising public awareness.
Amelia is a kind little girl who was diagnosed with leukemia at age four. She loves playing with her brothers and sisters, and especially loves dolls and playing dress-up. She is happy and full of life, especially when she is with her amazingly loving family. This little warrior princess endured three years of treatment and in July of 2022 she conquered her battle with cancer and rang the No More Chemo Bell surrounded by friends and family.
Amelia's family said they couldn't have done it without the help of medical staff and Northern Nevada Children's Cancer Foundation (NNCCF).
"They helped, obviously, with the medical bills, but it's more... you get to enter almost like a community that you never knew before by meeting the other families."
24 Years
By the Numbers
9 million dollars
In direct financial support to families through the Family Assistance Fund
3.6 million dollars
Raised for childhood cancer research at our Shave for the Brave Events
$1,080,560
In scholarships to patients and survivors through the Inspire Scholarship Program
70%
of Nevada served
Apply for Help
If you or your child needs assistance, is between the ages of 0 and 25, has or had cancer, and currently lives in northern Nevada, apply here.
"During these past two years, I cannot imagine how we would have gotten by without the help, love, and support of everyone at NNCCF. Everything they have done for us up to this point I am unimaginably grateful for. From the gas, rental cars, hotel rooms, events, holidays, and providing presents for the rest of my siblings on Christmas, all while supporting me with smiles and cheers."
- Andrew
Kohen
"As we are returning to normal life, we are so thankful that we are not also returning to a mountain of medical debt. Thank you for having the heart to start this foundation and thank you to the community that keeps on giving."
- Kohen’s mom
Erica
"The Inspire Scholarship has been an enormous help for our daughter’s education. She’s been on the Dean’s Honor Roll every semester and is thriving in her college experience. Many thanks to NNCCF, and the generosity of the northern Nevada community."