This year, The National Children’s Cancer Society proudly celebrates the 20th anniversary of our Beyond the Cure Survivorship Program (BTC). Since the program launched in 2005, BTC remains steadfast in its mission to help childhood cancer survivors transition from treatment to thriving while empowering lives by providing critical resources, education, and support.
For some children, an amputation becomes a necessary part of cancer treatment—especially in cases of bone cancer or complications from treatment. Adjusting to this change is deeply emotional and often takes time.
Hair loss is one of the most visible and emotionally challenging side effects of cancer treatment. For children and teens, it can serve as a constant reminder of their illness and often impacts their self-esteem.
The National Children’s Cancer Society (NCCS) is proud to announce Scott Stringer as its newest Chairman of the Board. A longtime advocate for children and families battling cancer, Scott brings decades of experience, dedication, and passion to the role. He has served previously as Chairman and is excited to take on this role once more.
The National Children’s Cancer Society is honored to have Kevin Bouse bring his heart, passion, and leadership to its Board of Directors. With his unwavering dedication, the organization is able to reach even more families, ensuring that no child fights cancer alone.
The National Children’s Cancer Society (NCCS) is excited to announce its newest signature fundraising event, An Evening with the Blues! Scheduled for Saturday, May 10, 2025, at the historic St. Louis Union Station Hotel, An Evening with the Blues will bring together hockey fans, community members, and supporters for a night of unforgettable entertainment.
The Beyond the Cure Survivorship Program helps survivors navigate life after cancer, and its college scholarship program provides financial support to help them achieve their dreams. Since 2008, the program has awarded over $2.5 million to more than 250 survivors. This year, 50 scholarships will be awarded to childhood cancer survivors who have shown remarkable strength and determination!
Mindfulness is the practice of slowing down to pay compassionate and conscious attention to something in the moment. There is growing interest in using mindfulness techniques to help children with cancer cope with trauma, pain, fatigue, sadness, anxiety, and anger. Mindfulness may also help cancer survivors cope with cognitive late effects by helping with focus, executive functioning, and social-emotional learning.
Cancer treatments often bring side effects that can be particularly challenging for children. Symptoms such as nausea, fatigue, neuropathy, and headaches are common, but there are holistic remedies that may help ease discomfort.
The National Children’s Cancer Society (NCCS) is honored to announce that it has been awarded a generous $27,266 grant from the American Legion Child Well-Being Foundation. This funding will support the NCCS’s “Journey of Hope: Transportation Assistance Fund” project for the 2025 program year.