In September, during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, Southern Nevadans will be asked to donate to national childhood cancer causes at retail stores, home raffle giveaways, television ads and online. While the intention is admirable, it is likely that little—possibly none—of those funds will help a child who is currently battling cancer in Southern Nevada.
For that reason, Cure 4 The Kids Foundation (C4K) is asking residents of Southern Nevada to consider “Keeping it Local” during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month by donating to C4K, where Southern Nevada children facing the toughest battle of their lives will benefit from your charitable gift.
Cure 4 The Kids Foundation is Southern Nevada’s only pediatric cancer and rare disease treatment center. It accepts ALL patients from Nevada and nearby states diagnosed with cancer or other rare diseases, whether they have medical insurance or not. Donations given to national childhood cancer causes do not benefit C4K and do not provide funds to cover the cost of treatment for children in Southern Nevada.
“Since our founding in 2007, we have made it possible for young patients to receive high-quality medical treatment in their hometown. Patients do better when they don’t have to travel for medical care, and it’s less stressful for the family, which doesn’t have to incur travel and hotel costs and time away from work,” said Annette Logan-Parker, Founder and Chief Advocacy and Innovation Officer. “Cure 4 The Kids Foundation receives no funding from national childhood cancer charities who ask for your donation. We want Southern Nevadans to realize that when they give to Cure 4 The Kids Foundation, they are supporting our efforts to help children in Southern Nevada who need treatment.”
What you may not know about Cure 4 The Kids Foundation:
• 6,630 patients were treated at the clinic in 2023, most of whom were treated for cancer. That translates to 39,000 clinic visits during the year
• C4K patients are currently enrolled in 56 clinical trials, which historically have led to better treatments
• C4K is the only pediatric medical clinic in Nevada that can provide access to appropriate clinical trials
• C4K is a proud member of the Children’s Oncology Group, the world’s largest collection of pediatric cancer physicians and treatment centers
• C4K also treats patients affected by bleeding & clotting disorders, sickle cell disease, rheumatological conditions, rare and ultra-rare diseases and genetic conditions
• The Joint Commission accredits C4K, considered the gold standard for medical accreditation and stringent patient care standards
Those who want to support Cure 4 The Kids Foundation can do so in several ways:
• Make a donation: https://cure4thekids.org/donatenow/
• Purchase Amazon wishlist supplies: https://bit.ly/3A8fpcx
• Link your Smith’s loyalty card to Cure 4 The Kids Foundation: https://bit.ly/45PCkDN
• Participate in Golf 4 The Kids Halloween Tournament – October 28, 2024 – https://bit.ly/4bNraSA
• Looking to make an in-kind donation of products or services? Please reach out to info@cure4thekids.org
Additional information about Cure 4 The Kids Foundation may be found at cure4thekids.org.
About Cure 4 The Kids Foundation
Founded in Las Vegas in 2007, Cure 4 The Kids Foundation provides high-quality, research-focused medical treatment to children battling cancer and other life-threatening conditions. Cure 4 The Kids Foundation operates the only outpatient childhood cancer treatment center in Nevada and is proudly accredited by The Joint Commission. This stringent medical accreditation and the required unannounced inspections ensure patients are getting the safest care possible. A 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, Cure 4 The Kids Foundation increases access to specialized treatments that improve patient outcomes. Its Charity Care Program provides high-quality treatment on a sliding-scale basis. No patient is ever turned away for financial reasons. For more information, visit www.cure4thekids.org.
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