Comfort Connection
Comfort Connection is a time for caregivers of an oncology child to connect with others that are on a similar journey.
Comfort Connection is a time for caregivers of an oncology child to connect with others that are on a similar journey.
The whole CCC family can join the camp fun April 25-27 Family Camp.
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 […]
Teens ages 13-18, oncology and sibling, are invited to spend a fun evening with friends.
Camping the Night Away is CCC’s signature fundraising event. It offers a fun, camp-themed evening of drinks, delicious food, auctions, raffles, post program entertainment by local Des Moines artist Andrew Hoyt and his band! The proceeds from the night help make Camp Heart Connection programming possible for families affected by childhood cancer, including Oncology, Sibling, Family, […]
Oncology Camp provides a week of camp activities for kids on or off treatment.
Sibling Camp features exciting summer camp activities, bonding with those on similar journeys and making lifelong friends.
Join CCC for our Puzzle Palooza event on July 17, 2025 at Backpocket Dubuque Pin & Pixel! 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 families affected by childhood cancer in Iowa. 5:30 pm […]
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 […]
Families get a fun-filled event with free school supplies and the chance to connect at CCC’s Back-to-School Bash held each year before school starts. Registration will close July 28th, 2025. So be sure to register today, below! ***This is a private event for Children's Cancer Connection families only.*** Register HERE →
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 […]
Teens ages 13-18, oncology and sibling, are invited to spend a fun evening with friends.
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 11 classes of vintage and classic motor vehicles. Children’s Cancer Connection is the official charity partner! The 2025 Concours will be held on […]
Join CCC at the 7th annual Go Fore Gold 4-person golf scramble! Go Fore Gold is a fun way to raise funds to support free programs for deserving Iowa families affected by childhood cancer during Childhood Cancer Awareness month in September. Teams of four will enjoy lunch, 18 holes of golf with carts, drinks, contests, […]
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 […]
Teens ages 13-18, oncology and sibling, are invited to spend a fun evening with friends.
Kick off the start of fall with some family fun! Join CCC for a day of fun activities for all ages. Luxury bowling, arcade games and comfort food! Dedicated party space at Spare Time Cedar Rapids for families to enjoy time with other CCC families. Will anyone score a perfect 300? Event is September 21st […]
Kick off the start of fall with some family fun! Join CCC for a day of fun activities for all ages. Luxury bowling, arcade games and comfort food! Dedicated party space at Spare Time Des Moines for families to enjoy time with other CCC families. Will anyone score a perfect 300? Event is September 28th […]
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 […]
Join CCC for our Puzzle Palooza event on October 8, 2025 at Big Grove Brewery & Taproom in Iowa City! 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 families affected by childhood cancer in […]
Comfort Connection is a time for caregivers of an oncology child to connect with others that are on a similar journey.
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 […]
Since its inception in 2002, the IMT Des Moines Marathon has provided a positive image of Des Moines as a place to live, work, and play by offering race distances for athletes of all ages and abilities, including the IMT Des Moines Marathon & half marathon, Bankers Trust marathon relay, Principal 5K and the […]
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 […]
Teens ages 13-18, oncology and sibling, are invited to spend a fun evening with friends.
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 is a private event for Children's […]
Teen Lock-Ins include way too many snacks, games, conversation and maybe some sleep!
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 […]
Teens ages 13-18, oncology and sibling, are invited to spend a fun evening with friends.
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 […]
Sign up for the Western Iowa Family Outing in Council Bluffs. Deadline is February 6.
Teens ages 13-18, oncology and sibling, are invited to spend a fun evening with friends.
Caregiver Connect is a time for caregivers of an oncology child to connect with others that are on a similar journey.
Teens ages 13-18, oncology and sibling, are invited to spend a fun evening with friends.
Teens ages 13-18, oncology and sibling, are invited to spend a fun evening with friends.
2026 Spring Day Camp is April 16-20.
Each year, Children's Cancer Connection shuttle teens to a different part of the state to adventure and explore during Exploration Expedition. We will be exploring Dubuque this year - April 10-12.
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 […]
The 2026 Spring Family Camp will be held April 24-26.
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 […]
Teens ages 13-18, oncology and sibling, are invited to spend a fun evening with friends.
Camping the Night Away is CCC’s signature fundraising event. It offers a fun, camp-themed evening of drinks, delicious food, auctions, raffles, and post program entertainment! The proceeds from the night help make Camp Heart Connection programming possible for families affected by childhood cancer, including Oncology, Sibling, Family, Teen and Day Camps. Join us on Friday, […]
Caregiver Connect is a time for caregivers of an oncology child to connect with others that are on a similar journey.
2026 Oncology Camp will be held June 7-13 at the Des Moines Y Camp.
2026 Sibling Camp will be held June 28 - July 4. Registration opens on February 1st.
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 Children’s Cancer Connection as a way to provide families access […]
Join CCC for our Dubuque Puzzle Palooza event on July 15, 2026 at Happy's Place! 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 families affected by childhood cancer in Iowa. 5:30 pm to 10:30 […]
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 Children’s Cancer Connection as a way to provide families access […]
2026 Summer Day Camp is July 20-24.
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 Children’s Cancer Connection as a way to provide families access […]
Kick off fall and get ready for school with CCC's Back-to-School bash. Dinner and fun activities bring families together before the school year starts. This year's event is on August 2.
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 Children’s Cancer Connection as a way to provide families access […]
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 […]
Teens ages 13-18, oncology and sibling, are invited to spend a fun evening with friends.
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 Children’s Cancer Connection as a way to provide families access […]
Join CCC at the 8th annual Go Fore Gold 4-person golf scramble! Go Fore Gold is a fun way to raise funds to support free programs for deserving Iowa families affected by childhood cancer during Childhood Cancer Awareness month in September. Teams of four will enjoy lunch, 18 holes of golf with carts, drinks, […]
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 […]
Teens ages 13-18, oncology and sibling, are invited to spend a fun evening with friends.
Camp is being done in partnership with University of Iowa Dance Marathon at Camp Wapsie. Registration is open until spots fill! CCC is hosting the overnight component and then UIDM is taking over for day camp on Sunday! The whole family gets to join the fun for a weekend at Family Camp. The relaxing getaway […]