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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
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