CCC Closed for Memorial Day

Jeff and Deb Hansen Home for Hope 5701 Greendale Road, Johnston, IA, United States

Children's Cancer Connection will be closed on May 29 in observance of the Memorial Day holiday.

Danny Joe Memorial Golf Tournament

Palmer Hills Golf Course 2999 Middle Rd, Bettendorf, IA, United States

It's almost time for the annual Danny Joe Memorial Golf Tourney in Bettendorf! The Danny Joe Memorial Golf Tournament was started over 20 years ago in memory of Danny Joe Cornish. Danny Joe, the son of Kelly and Billie Cornish, passed at the age of 6 after a long hard fight with cancer.  Danny Joe was […]

2023 Oncology Camp

Des Moines Y Camp 1192 166th Dr #1, Boone, IA, United States

Oncology Camp provides a week of camp activities for kids on or off treatment.

Comfort Connection – Firetrucker Brewery

Firetrucker Brewery 716 SW 3rd Street, Ankeny, IA, United States

Comfort Connection is a time for caregivers of an oncology child to connect with others that are on a similar journey.

Free

Johnston Chamber Ribbon-Cutting at the Jeff and Deb Hansen Home for Hope

Jeff and Deb Hansen Home for Hope 5701 Greendale Road, Johnston, IA, United States

Children's Cancer Connection will celebrate its 35th anniversary on June 2, 2023. To celebrate this milestone and show off the newly renovated Jeff and Deb Hansen Home for Hope in Johnston, CCC, the Johnston Chamber of Commerce and the Urbandale Chamber of Commerce invite members of the public to take part in a ribbon-cutting event. […]

7th Annual Lexi Stiles Memorial Golf Outing

Twin Anchors Golf Course 68030 US-30, Colo, IA, United States

The Lexi Stiles Memorial Golf Outing raises funds for Children's Cancer Connection in memory of Lexi Stiles. Lexi was a special girl, loved by so many. She passed away in April 2017 at the age of six, after years of fighting health issues. Lexi's courage, strength and love for others was beyond compare - she […]

Kids Club

Jeff and Deb Hansen Home for Hope 5701 Greendale Road, Johnston, IA, United States

Join Children's Cancer Connection at the Jeff and Deb Hansen Home for Hope for this month's Kids Club! Kids Club is geared toward CCC children ages 5-12, but any oncology or sibling participant is welcome. From 10 a.m. to noon, children are welcome to join in on creative projects in CCC's art area, often joined […]

Free

CCC Closed in Observance of Independence Day

Jeff and Deb Hansen Home for Hope 5701 Greendale Road, Johnston, IA, United States

The Jeff and Deb Hansen Home for Hope will be closed July 3-4 in observance of the Independence Day holiday.

2023 CCC Day Camp – Session #1

Jeff and Deb Hansen Home for Hope 5701 Greendale Road, Johnston, IA, United States

Day Camp is free 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 healthy mix of activities at CCC as well as […]

Childhood Cancer Awareness Night at the Des Moines Menace

Valley Stadium 4440 Mills Civic Pkwy., West Des Moines, IA, United States

See the Des Moines Menace vs. Peoria City in their season finale game! Plus, this will be Childhood Cancer Awareness Night on the soccer pitch at the team will be raising fund for Unravel Iowa and honoring local childhood cancer fighters. The Menace team is offering special $10 tickets with $5 from each ticket sold […]

2023 CCC Day Camp – Session #2

Jeff and Deb Hansen Home for Hope 5701 Greendale Road, Johnston, IA, United States

Day Camp is free 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 healthy mix of activities at CCC as well as […]

Royal Summer Market- Best of Local DSM

Royal Flooring 11801 Hickman Rd, Urbandale, IA, United States

Children's Cancer Connection is partnering with Royal Flooring for this "best of local DSM" summer market! Gather the whole family for this fun-filled afternoon featuring: Shopping from local Des Moines area boutiques, farm-fresh produce and more! Live music from Royce Johns and an Old Dominion concert ticket giveaway. A whole kid-friendly area with activities like […]

Teen Lock-In

Jeff and Deb Hansen Home for Hope 5701 Greendale Road, Johnston, IA, United States

Teen Lock-Ins include way too many snacks, games, conversation and maybe some sleep!

Free

Fore the Kids Golf Outing

Waveland Golf Course 4908 University Ave, Des Moines

Entering their 17th year of the event, Fore the Kids, in partnership with Children’s Cancer Connection, has raised over $300,000 in support for CCC to assist the organization in providing programs and events for children and families affected by cancer. Proceeds from this year's event will continue to support CCC. This year's outing will be […]

Kids Club

Jeff and Deb Hansen Home for Hope 5701 Greendale Road, Johnston, IA, United States

Join Children's Cancer Connection at the Jeff and Deb Hansen Home for Hope for this month's Kids Club! Kids Club is geared toward CCC children ages 5-12, but any oncology or sibling participant is welcome. From 10 a.m. to noon, children are welcome to join in on creative projects in CCC's art area, often joined […]

Free

Back-to-School Bash

Jeff and Deb Hansen Home for Hope 5701 Greendale Road, Johnston, IA, United States

Provided by our friends at Iowa Select Farms and the Deb and Jeff Hansen Foundation, CCC families can swing by the newly renovated Jeff and Deb Hansen Home for Hope on Aug. 6 and load up on free school supplies! Grab supplies, cool off with Kona Ice and play with friends on the new Variety Star Playground. Dinner […]

Teen Camp

Teen Camp

YMCA Camp Abe Lincoln 1624 Front Street, Blue Grass, IA, United States

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 or off treatment as well as siblings to come together […]

2023 Sibling Camp

Des Moines Y Camp 1192 166th Dr #1, Boone, IA, United States

Sibling Camp features exciting summer camp activities, bonding with those on similar journeys and making lifelong friends.

Comfort Connection at Twisted Vine Brewery

Twisted Vine Brewery 112 SE 4th Street, Des Moines, IA, United States

Comfort Connection is a time for caregivers of an oncology child to connect with others that are on a similar journey.

Free

Teen Hangout

Jeff and Deb Hansen Home for Hope 5701 Greendale Road, Johnston, IA, United States

Teens ages 13-18, oncology and sibling, are invited to spend a fun evening with friends.

Free

CCC Closed for Labor Day

Jeff and Deb Hansen Home for Hope 5701 Greendale Road, Johnston, IA, United States

The Jeff and Deb Hansen Home for Hope will be closed Monday, Sept. 4 in observance of the Independence Day holiday.

2nd Annual Des Moines Concours Charity Gala

Stine Barn 4000 Turnberry Dr, West Des Moines, IA, United States

Concours d'Elegance is hosting their 2nd Annual Charity Gala. This years event will take place on Friday, September 8th. Located at the beautiful Sine Barn, join the Concours d'Elegance crew for a cars & cocktails reception. More details and ticket sales will be posted here soon. Last year's inaugural event was a sold-out success. The […]

Fall Family Camp

Lutheran Lakeside Camp 2491 170th Street, Spirit Lake, IA, United States

The whole family gets to join the fun for a weekend at Family Camp with lots of opportunities for connecting with other CCC families. The relaxing getaway includes traditional camp activities, sightseeing, campfires, s’mores and precious quality time together. It’s also great for younger kids to experience Family Camp before attending other CCC camps on […]

2023 Heartland Driving Tour

Join our friends at with the Concours d'Elegance for this year's Heartland Driving Tour. This year’s tour leads drivers through the idyllic Iowa countryside along roads less traveled. The route follows the Des Moines River Valley through beautiful parks and local sights. Along the way, the Driving Tour visits Jester Park, Ledges State Park, Boone’s […]

Kids Club

Jeff and Deb Hansen Home for Hope 5701 Greendale Road, Johnston, IA, United States

Join Children's Cancer Connection at the Jeff and Deb Hansen Home for Hope for this month's Kids Club! Kids Club is geared toward CCC children ages 5-12, but any oncology or sibling participant is welcome. From 10 a.m. to noon, children are welcome to join in on creative projects in CCC's art area, often joined […]

Free

Des Moines Concours d’Elegance

Pappjohn Sculpture Park 1300 Grand Ave., Des Moines, IA, United States

The Des Moines Concours d’Elegance™ is a premier automotive exhibition held at the internationally recognized John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park in downtown Des Moines. The Concours presents an exhibition of 13 classes of vintage and classic motor vehicles. Children’s Cancer Connection is the official charity partner! The event is FREE to the public, however, […]

Tidal Wave Charity Day

Tidal Wave Auto Spa- Clive 11410 Forrest Ave, Clive, United States

Visit Tidal Wave Auto Spa in Clive, IA on September 15th and help support Children's Cancer Connection! Tidal Wave Auto Spa of Clive, IA is partnering with Children's Cancer Connection and their company's corporate partner Annandale Village this year to raise funds and support our missions. Stop by anytime between 8:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. […]

Go Gold and Golf

Toad Valley Golf Course 237 NE 80th St, Pleasant Hill

Join Children's Cancer Connection for the 5th Annual Go Gold and Golf 4-person Scramble! Hosted at the beautiful Toad Valley Golf Course in Pleasant Hill, this is a fun afternoon of raising funds to support programs for deserving Iowa families affected by childhood cancer. Your day includes lunch, 18 holes with a cart, two drink […]

Teen Hangout

Jeff and Deb Hansen Home for Hope 5701 Greendale Road, Johnston, IA, United States

Teens ages 13-18, oncology and sibling, are invited to spend a fun evening with friends.

Free

Central Iowa Fall Family Outing

Howell’s Greenhouse and Pumpkin Patch 3145 Howell Ct, Cumming, IA, United States

Wrap up Childhood Cancer Awareness Month with some outdoor family fun! Join CCC for a day of fall activities for all ages at Howell’s Greenhouse and Pumpkin Patch in Cumming, IA. Families can check-in anytime between 10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Then stay as long as you'd like! Admission, lunch and activities are provided thanks […]

CCC Table at The Tangled Wood

The Tangled Wood 3636 Tanglewood Rd, Bettendorf, United States

Join Children's Cancer Connection at The Tangled Wood in Bettendorf, IA on Oct. 4! CCC will have a table during their bingo night and will be spreading the word about our programs and events. The Tangled Wood will have their weekly Rock Star Bingo from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. It's just like regular bingo but […]

Camping the Night Away – Swisher

Cedar Ridge Winery & Distillery 1441 Marak Rd NW, Swisher, IA, United States

Enjoy a casual, camp-themed evening of fun supporting a great cause! Camping the Night Away includes delicious food and drinks from Cedar Ridge, a silent auction, program, raffles, and more! Get your tickets, register for our auction, and help support free camp programs for hundreds of Iowa families affected by childhood cancer. Dress for the […]

Kids Club

Jeff and Deb Hansen Home for Hope 5701 Greendale Road, Johnston, IA, United States

Join Children's Cancer Connection at the Jeff and Deb Hansen Home for Hope for this month's Kids Club! Kids Club is geared toward CCC children ages 5-12, but any oncology or sibling participant is welcome. From 10 a.m. to noon, children are welcome to join in on creative projects in CCC's art area, often joined […]

Free

Eastern Iowa Fall Family Outing

Colony Acres Family Farm 1150 Front St NE, North Liberty, IA, United States

Kick off fall with some outdoor family fun! Join CCC for a day of fall activities for all ages at Colony Acres Family Farm in North Liberty, IA. Families can check-in anytime between 10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Then stay as long as you'd like! Admission is free thanks to Lead Supporter Hills Bank. More […]

Pint Night Ride- Singlespeed Waterloo Taproom

SingleSpeed Brewing Co. 325 Commercial St, Waterloo, IA, United States

Join CCC for SingleSpeed's weekly Pint Night Ride! What is a Pint Night Ride? Utilizing some of the Cedar Valley's best (and flattest) trails, ride your bike with new friends as part of SingleSpeed's Give Back Program. This ride is very beginner-friendly and meant for all ages! The ride will start at Bike Tech. Bikers […]

Teen Camp

Teen Camp

YMCA Camp Abe Lincoln 1624 Front Street, Blue Grass, IA, United States

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 or off treatment as well as siblings to come together […]

Comfort Connection

Jeff and Deb Hansen Home for Hope 5701 Greendale Road, Johnston, IA, United States

Comfort Connection is a time for caregivers of an oncology child to connect with others that are on a similar journey.

Free

Kids Club

Jeff and Deb Hansen Home for Hope 5701 Greendale Road, Johnston, IA, United States

***THIS IS A PRIVATE EVENT FOR CHILDREN’S CANCER CONNECTION FAMILIES ONLY.*** Join Children's Cancer Connection at the Jeff and Deb Hansen Home for Hope for this month's Kids Club! Kids Club is geared toward CCC children ages 5-12, but any oncology or sibling participant is welcome. From 10 a.m. to noon, children are welcome to […]

Free

Hockey Fights Cancer Night with the Iowa Wild

Iowa Wild 730 3rd St, Des Moines, United States

Join CCC in cheering for the Iowa Wild as they face off against the Texas Stars. Get ready to experience a thrilling game on November 4th @ 6 p.m. for Hockey Fight Cancer night! $5 of each ticket purchase through this link benefits The Children's Cancer Connection. Don't miss the chance to enjoy an Iowa Wild […]

Teen Hangout

Jeff and Deb Hansen Home for Hope 5701 Greendale Road, Johnston, IA, United States

Teens ages 13-18, oncology and sibling, are invited to spend a fun evening with friends.

Free

CCC Offices Closed

The Jeff and Deb Hansen Home for Hope offices and program space will be closed November 23-24 in observance of Thanksgiving.

Kids Club

Jeff and Deb Hansen Home for Hope 5701 Greendale Road, Johnston, IA, United States

***THIS IS A PRIVATE EVENT FOR CHILDREN’S CANCER CONNECTION FAMILIES ONLY.*** Join Children's Cancer Connection at the Jeff and Deb Hansen Home for Hope for this month's Kids Club! Kids Club is geared toward CCC children ages 5-12, but any oncology or sibling participant is welcome. From 10 a.m. to noon, children are welcome to […]

Free

Big Wheel Rally – Des Moines

Carl's Place 1620 Woodland Ave., Des Moines, United States

The best big wheel ride in town is back! Big Wheel Rally - Des Moines is an annual fundraising event. With a new route, get your wheels tuned up and a fun costume picked out to join in on the fun. The rally starts at Carl's Place, goes to Big Grove Brewery and circles back […]

Holiday Drop-Off

Holiday Drop-Off

Jeff and Deb Hansen Home for Hope 5701 Greendale Road, Johnston, IA, United States

Children’s Cancer Connection’s Holiday Drop-Off is an annual program for kids ages 5-12 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 each other’s company! This year, owner of Nash's Confections, LLC and […]

Holiday Drop-Off

Holiday Drop-Off

Jeff and Deb Hansen Home for Hope 5701 Greendale Road, Johnston, IA, United States

Children’s Cancer Connection’s Holiday Drop-Off is an annual program for kids ages 5-12 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 each other’s company! This year, owner of Nash's Confections, LLC and […]

Comfort Connection – Twisted Vine Brewery

Twisted Vine Brewery 112 SE 4th Street, Des Moines, IA, United States

Comfort Connection is a time for caregivers of an oncology child to connect with others that are on a similar journey.

Free

Teen Lock-In

Jeff and Deb Hansen Home for Hope 5701 Greendale Road, Johnston, IA, United States

Teen Lock-Ins include way too many snacks, games, conversation and maybe some sleep!

Free

CCC Offices Closed

Children's Cancer Connection's offices will be closed Dec. 25-Jan. 1 in observance of Christmas and New Year's Day and to allow our hard-working employees time to be with their families.

Kids Club

Jeff and Deb Hansen Home for Hope 5701 Greendale Road, Johnston, IA, United States

***THIS IS A PRIVATE EVENT FOR CHILDREN’S CANCER CONNECTION FAMILIES ONLY.*** Join Children's Cancer Connection at the Jeff and Deb Hansen Home for Hope for this month's Kids Club! Kids Club is geared toward CCC children ages 5-12, but any oncology or sibling participant is welcome. From 10 a.m. to noon, children are welcome to […]

Free

Teen Hangout

Jeff and Deb Hansen Home for Hope 5701 Greendale Road, Johnston, IA, United States

Teens ages 13-18, oncology and sibling, are invited to spend a fun evening with friends.

Free

Kids Club

Jeff and Deb Hansen Home for Hope 5701 Greendale Road, Johnston, IA, United States

***THIS IS A PRIVATE EVENT FOR CHILDREN’S CANCER CONNECTION FAMILIES ONLY.*** Join Children's Cancer Connection at the Jeff and Deb Hansen Home for Hope for this month's Kids Club! Kids Club is geared toward CCC children ages 5-12, but any oncology or sibling participant is welcome. From 10 a.m. to noon, children are welcome to […]

Free

Teen Outing- Bowling

Jeff and Deb Hansen Home for Hope 5701 Greendale Road, Johnston, IA, United States

Teens ages 13-18, oncology and sibling, are invited to spend a fun evening with friends.

Free

Comfort Connection – Outing at Firetrucker Brewery

Firetrucker Brewery 716 SW 3rd Street, Ankeny, IA, United States

Comfort Connection is a time for caregivers of an oncology child to connect with others that are on a similar journey.

Free