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Register for A Special Adventure!
Adventures matter, and the ability to get away and hit the road can mean a celebration or turning point in a child’s course of cancer treatment. To support families battling childhood cancer, the Deb and Jeff Hansen Foundation offers “A Special Adventure” in partnership with
Register NOW for Exploration Expedition!
There are only a few spots left open! The Children’s Cancer Connection will shuttle teens to the Dubuque area. Activities will include touring the Field of Dreams baseball field, the 4th Street Elevator and the National Mississippi River Museum. The dates are April 10-12. Registration
Register for Spring Day Camp
Day Camp is for both the child diagnosed with cancer and siblings ages 5-12. Days are filled with summer fun and spending time with friends at the Jeff and Deb Hansen Home for Hope in Johnston and throughout the Des Moines Metro. Kids enjoy a
2026 Oncology & Sibling Camp Registration
Registration for Oncology Camp and Sibling Camp is now open! Oncology Camp is June 7-13, 2026. For more information visit: https://ccciowa.org/camp-oncology Sibling Camp is June 28 – July 4, 2026. For more information visit: https://ccciowa.org/camp-sibling For questions email, [email protected].
Thank You To Our Donors
Children’s Cancer Connection values each and every donation received. Because of many generous supporters, CCC impacted more than 850 families affected by childhood cancer in 2025. Thank you to all who have donated to Children’s Cancer Connection. You are appreciated! We look forward to partnering
Save the Dates For 2026 Fundraisers
2026 Camping the Night Away Join us on Friday, May 8th at 5:30 pm at the FFA Enrichment Center in Ankeny Camping the Night Away is CCC’s signature fundraising event. It offers a fun, camp-themed evening of drinks, delicious food, auctions, raffles and more! The