FAQs
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General Questions
- How do I make a donation?
There are several ways to donate:- Online: Click here to donate using a Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover card, or PayPal account.
- Phone: Use your Visa, Mastercard, American Express or Discover card by calling (314)241-1600
- Mail: Send a check or money order to
The National Children’s Cancer Society
Attn: Trish Collins
2900 Frank Scott Parkway West
Suite 928
Belleville, IL 62223
- Are there other ways I can support the organization?
There are several other ways to support the organization:- Agelity/NCCS Prescription Drug Card – Save on your prescriptions and help children with cancer when you use the NCCS discount card.
- How do I include the NCCS in my will?
Inquiries regarding contributions through planned giving (wills, stocks and property) as well as through charitable remainder trusts should be directed to Jamie Butler at 314.446.5221 or jbutler@theNCCS.org.
- Can I donate clothing, hats, toys or other items to the NCCS?
The NCCS only accepts donations of clothing and other small household items through our thrift and recycling partners. Click here to find a thrift operator in your area.
- My child has cancer. How do I get financial assistance?
The NCCS is here to help. Click here for detailed information on the assistance we provide.
- What is the NCCS mission?
The National Children’s Cancer Society (NCCS) provides vital and unique services for children with cancer, their families, and survivors. Our comprehensive programs support children and their families at every stage of their journey, addressing immediate and long-term needs, from diagnosis and treatment to survivorship and beyond.
How we support children with cancer, their families, and survivors:- Transportation Assistance Fund: Provides financial support to families so their child has consistent access to care, covering travel expenses to help ease the burden
- Emergency Assistance Fund: A special fund available to families whose child has been inpatient or relocated for an extended period of time, it offers help with essential daily needs, including mortgage payments, prescriptions, car repairs, copays, and more
- Family Support Program: Connects families with highly trained case managers who provide one-on-one emotional support, advocacy tips, and personalized guidance throughout their journey
- Beyond the Cure Program: Empowers childhood cancer survivors with educational resources, a Late Effects After Treatment Tool, long-term care referrals, and a scholarship fund to help them achieve their academic goals
- Global Outreach Program: Partners with pharmaceutical companies in the United States to distribute lifesaving medications to hospitals in developing countries, giving children worldwide access to lifesaving treatment