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Empowering Scholarship
Since 1988, Children’s Cancer Connection has connected families affected by childhood cancer by providing opportunities that encourage relationships and strengthen community. Thanks to generous donors, CCC is honored to provide scholarships to graduating high school students and current college students for furthering their education. Eligibility
Holiday Drop-Off
Children’s Cancer Connection’s Holiday Drop-Off is an annual program for CCC kids and teens to connect with one another. This event also gives parents a chance to recharge or go holiday gift shopping while kids make holiday-themed crafts, decorate cookies, drink hot chocolate and enjoy
Volunteer for the IMT Marathon
CCC is the official charity partner of the IMT Des Moines Marathon and together with IMT Insurance, over $60,000 has been raised to support our families affected by pediatric cancer. We need water station volunteers for this year’s event which will be held on October
Support a Winter Wishes Family
Each year, CCC’s Winter Wishes program serves families across Iowa affected by childhood cancer who could use a little extra joy during the holiday season. Eligible Iowa families who are undergoing active treatment are referred by their healthcare team. Children’s Cancer Connection’s Winter Wishes program
Iowa City Puzzle Palooza
Join CCC for our Puzzle Palooza event on October 8, 2025 at Big Grove Brewery & Taproom! Register your team of four and become a puzzle palooza champ! Food, pints, raffles, and CCC swag bags included. The proceeds support the many programs offered to children and
Teen Camp – October 17-19
Camp Heart Connection’s Teen Camp is a truly special experience offered to all teens served by CCC. CCC recognizes that our teens face unique medical and emotional challenges, and they build strength from being together during their journeys. Teen Camp allows teens who are on