WHY WE EXIST
Nebraska Coalition To End Childhood Cancer exists to raise awareness about childhood cancer, provide support for the patients, families, and medical professionals who are fighting the disease, and ultimately defeat it entirely.
FOR FAMILIES
Be a resource for families going through the fight
Invite families into our Coalition Network
Offer statewide support to families in Nebraska
AWARENESS
Educate the state on the crisis that exists in Nebraska
Provide transparent stats/numbers on key information
Direct individuals on how to take action with local government
SUPPORT THE CAUSE
The ability to donate to Nebraska non-profits
Advocacy-Family Support-Research
Highlight statewide events fighting childhood cancer
DID YOU KNOW?
29%
29% of families living in rural areas reported moving residences as their child was diagnosed with cancer (moving closer to the treatment center).
Nebraska ranks 3rd nationally in pediatric cancer under the age of 15
The average cost of a stay in a hospital for a child with cancer is a staggering $40,000 per stay
29%
In Nebraska, 29% of parents reported moving residences as their child was diagnosed with cancer (moving closer to the treatment center)
Nebraska ranks 3rd nationally in pediatric cancer under the age of 15
The average cost of a stay in a hospital for a child with cancer is a staggering $40,000 per stay
To view all sourced information, visit the Awareness page
We have compiled a list of foundations located right here in Nebraska that support children battling cancer and their families in a number of ways. Learn how you can donate and support the fight against childhood cancer!
