CHILDRENS CANCER NETWORK
Giving hope to children and families battling childhood cancer.
Programs and results
What we aim to solve
Childhood cancer is a life changing diagnosis. Childhood cancer is not rare. In fact, one in 285 children will be diagnosed with cancer before the age of 20 years. The trauma surrounding childhood cancer is significant and is different for each family member. The incidence of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder is rising not only for the childhood cancer warrior but also for parents and siblings. In addition to the psychosocial stress, the cost of cancer treatment is financially draining due to both the cost and the length of cancer treatment. Two thirds of all childhood cancer warriors have late effects related to their cancer or their treatment, the impact of which can be felt for their lifetime. Childhood cancer families need support, resources, programs and assistance to help them deal with the realities of cancer while also adjusting to the new normal post treatment. Children's Cancer Network strives to address these needs for children and families battling childhood cancer.
Our programs
What are the organization's current programs, how do they measure success, and who do the programs serve?
Gas and Food Card Program
Gas and food are two of the highest priority needs for families battling childhood cancer. CCN provides gas cards, food cards, bus passes, and cafeteria passes to families in need.
Adopt a Family Programs
CCN assists Arizona families experiencing financial distress during the winter holidays and/or back to school season. Providing clothing, age appropriate toys, school supplies, and essential household items, these programs set up families for success throughout the year. Beds may also be provided year round for those families in need.
Patient and Family Education Program and Resource Center
Knowledge is a key component as parents, teens, and children learn to cope and become advocates for their personal health and care. CCN’s Family Resource Center offers computer access and free resources for all ages from both national and local sources. Hard copy books and references for all ages are available at no cost. The Bi-annual CCN Survivorship Conference offers survivors, siblings, and parents the opportunity to develop resources and network while learning from local and national experts.
CCN Admission Bag Program
When a family first hears the devastating words, “Your child has cancer”, Children’s Cancer Network is there. Providing resources, practical necessities, and reassuring comforts, the admission bags help families realize they are not alone in their fight against cancer.
John W. Luttrell Scholarship Program
CCN awards scholarships each year to cancer survivors and immediate family members whose lives and college savings have been altered by childhood cancer.
CCN Wig Program
CCN offers wigs to those children, teens, and young adults at no charge. CCN maintains a selection of wigs on site or patients may choose one to their liking from wigs.com
It's All About You Health and Wellness Program
“It’s All About You” is a non-medical program focusing on heath and wellness for children, teens, siblings and parents affected by childhood cancer. The goal is to positively affect the mind, body, and spirit by increasing knowledge and skill, building self-esteem, and developing positive relationships with others familiar with the cancer journey.
H.O.P.E. HONORING OUR PEERS EVERYDAY
H.O.P.E is a school re-entry program easing the way for survivors and siblings to return to school after a cancer diagnosis. A 55-minute group presentation, age appropriately designed for K-3, 4-6, 6-8 and 9-12 graders, H.O.P.E. offers students knowledge first, then the opportunity to build compassion, and finally the chance to turn both into action!
CCN Support Programs and Services
Childhood cancer affects every member of the family. Emotional support is essential for cancer fighters, siblings, and parents. CCN offers a variety of support programs and events including CCN Café for Parents, All Star Siblings, Mother’s Day Tea and Survivorship Day Celebrations. CCN provides funding for a full time family therapist for the Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders at Phoenix Children's Hospital.
Let's Move Center and Programming
Childhood cancer can be a life-changing illness. The journey is physically and emotionally stressful for the cancer fighter, siblings, and parents. Physical activity has been recommended by the National Cancer Institute to help reduce late effects of cancer, and for some cancers, lower the risk of cancer recurrence.
Thanks to Fiesta Bowl Charities, Children’s Cancer Network has created a 3,000 sq. ft. safe, clean, and fun environment with age-appropriate programming and games to encourage childhood cancer fighters and their families to become more physically active. Ping pong, foosball, air hockey, classes and more!
Where we work
External reviews
Our results
How does this organization measure their results? It's a hard question but an important one.
Number of participants engaged in programs
This metric is no longer tracked.Totals By Year
Type of Metric
Output - describing our activities and reach
Direction of Success
Increasing
Number of program sessions or family events offered annually
This metric is no longer tracked.Totals By Year
Type of Metric
Output - describing our activities and reach
Direction of Success
Increasing
Context Notes
During 2020, 2021, and early 2022, Programs were pivoted to virtual and drive-through formats. Increased focus was placed on basic needs due to the pandemic. F2F Programing re-opened in mid 2022.
Number of volunteers
This metric is no longer tracked.Totals By Year
Type of Metric
Input - describing resources we use
Direction of Success
Increasing
Context Notes
During the pandemic, volunteer opportunities were not as prevalent due to safety concerns. F2F Programing re-opened in mid 2022.
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Goals & Strategy
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Charting impact
Four powerful questions that require reflection about what really matters - results.
What is the organization aiming to accomplish?
Children’s Cancer Network strives to support children and families throughout their cancer journey with programs designed to provide financial assistance, promote education, encourage healthy lifestyles, build self-esteem, and create awareness of the issues they face related to childhood cancer. Children’s Cancer Network is committed to helping children and families dealing with the stressful and uncertain times that begin with initial diagnosis and often continue for years thereafter. We address the highest priority needs at the time when they are needed most. Our intention is for each family to realize they are not alone in their fight against cancer. Giving hope to children and families is our goal.
What are the organization's key strategies for making this happen?
Children's Cancer Network partners with the pediatric oncology teams to assess the needs of children and families battling childhood cancer. Programs and services are strategically designed to meet those needs in creative and impactful ways.
When a family first hears those words, “Your child has cancer”, Children’s Cancer Network is there providing resources, financial assistance, practical necessities and reassuring comforts just when they are needed the most! Financial assistance is provided through the Gas and Food Card Program, Basic Needs Bins, Adopt a Family Programs, CCN's Wig Program, Scholarships, and other healthcare collaborations.
Hospitals are excellent at focusing on the specific cancer healthcare needs of families. CCN helps focus on the health and wellness aspects as families begin to adjust to their new norm: relationships, exercise, building self-esteem and self-confidence, critical thinking and more. CCN provides age appropriate activities where you can learn with purpose with others traveling a similar path. Health and Wellness Programs include It's All About You, CCN Connect, and CCN Focus on STEM.
Knowledge is key as parents, siblings and cancer fighters learn to cope and become advocates for their personal health and care. CCN offers computer access and a host of resources for all ages from both national and local sources, all of which are offered at no cost. In addition, age appropriate education about childhood cancer in fun and interactive ways can de-mystify cancer, build compassion, and empower peers, family, and teammates to make a difference each day. Patient, family and community education is provided through survivorship education, H.O.P.E.: Honoring Our Peers Everyday, and CCN Live with Bruce St. James.
Physical activity has been recommended by the National Cancer Institute to help reduce late effects of cancer and optimize healing and health throughout and after cancer treatment. In 2022, Children’s Cancer Network Let’s Move Center and Programming offers inclusive, engaging, fun, age-appropriate physical activities in a clean, safe, positive 3,000 sq ft space.
New endeavors are to address those isolated by distance or health status by increasing our reach with programs and services offered virtually. New in 2023, Thrive is a family program open to all childhood cancer families regardless of location or stage of their journey. This program is designed to nourish one's your soul, strengthen one's resilience, boost one's creativity and build one's confidence with a monthly online gathering where we have fun exploring mindfulness, receive stress reduction tools, self-care resources a
Cancer affects every member of the family. It’s important that each family member realizes they are not alone in their battle. Connections are a lifeline for all ages and support is vital for all. CCN support programs include CCN Cafe for parents, All Star Siblings, Family Fun Activities and counseling services.
What are the organization's capabilities for doing this?
Children's Cancer Network is comprised of knowledgable, passionate, and dedicated leaders including an effective Board of Directors, experienced leadership and staff, and over 400 devoted volunteers. Each member of the team is committed to the mission and consciously develops partnerships with our families, the health care teams, our donors and the community. The Children's Cancer Network Resource Center provides a positive, family centered environment where all are welcome to participate in programs and services providing support to children and families battling childhood cancer.
What have they accomplished so far and what's next?
Children's Cancer Network serves a growing number of children and families annually and now totals an estimated 800 families annually. Our program attendance has consistently increased since 2016 as have the number of programs offered. Children's cancer network is committed to building positive relationships with our families, the pediatric oncology teams, and our community partners. Qualitative evaluations show that families are extremely satisfied with the programs and services and our network of resources and partners continue to grow. Children's Cancer Network's number of employees is growing based on need and they are proud of their work with these courageous families. The community awareness of childhood cancer continues to grow as evidenced by our increasing donor base and the increasing following Children's Cancer Network has within the media and on social media.
Children's Cancer Network is committed to stepping up the fight for families battling childhood cancer.
Physical activity has been recommended by the National Cancer Institute to help reduce late effects of cancer and optimize healing and health throughout and after cancer treatment. In 2022, Children’s Cancer Network Let’s Move Center and Programming offers inclusive, engaging, fun, age-appropriate physical activities in a clean, safe, positive 3,000 sq ft space. Age appropriate physical activity has been shown to help both children and adults physically and emotionally. There can be social benefits as well when the physical activity occurs in a group setting. Children's Cancer Network's goal is to positively impact the thoughts, attitudes, habits, skills and confidence related to physical activity for a childhood cancer fighter at any stage of their treatment or recovery and each of their family members who choose to participate in these activities and programs.
New endeavors are to address those isolated by distance or health status by increasing our reach with programs and services offered virtually. New in 2023, Thrive is a family program open to all childhood cancer families regardless of location or stage of their journey. This program is designed to nourish one's your soul, strengthen one's resilience, boost one's creativity and build one's confidence with a monthly online gathering where we have fun exploring mindfulness, receive stress reduction tools, self-care resources and develop connections with others traveling a similar journey.
How we listen
Seeking feedback from people served makes programs more responsive and effective. Here’s how this organization is listening.
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How is your organization using feedback from the people you serve?
To identify and remedy poor client service experiences, To identify bright spots and enhance positive service experiences, To make fundamental changes to our programs and/or operations, To inform the development of new programs/projects, To identify where we are less inclusive or equitable across demographic groups, To strengthen relationships with the people we serve
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Which of the following feedback practices does your organization routinely carry out?
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What challenges does the organization face when collecting feedback?
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The people, governance practices, and partners that make the organization tick.
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CHILDRENS CANCER NETWORK
Board of directorsas of 02/02/2023
Stephen Luttrell
BOK Financial
Tom Lombardi
ADP
Bruce St James
Radio Personality
Patti Luttrell
Children's Cancer Network
Stephen Luttrell
BOK Financial
Michael Roland
Retired
Todd Modic
Voya Investments, LLC
Joseph Morris
Northwestern Mutual
Jeannine Watanabe
Cox Communications
Jose Moreno
Fiesta Bowl
Gretchen Baumgardner
Launch Realty
Alexandra Walsh
Phoenix Children's Hospital
Dustin Baldwin
PetSmart
Butch Glispie
Pono Construction
Maureen Salloom
Nina Mason Pulliam Trust
Board leadership practices
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Board orientation and education
Does the board conduct a formal orientation for new board members and require all board members to sign a written agreement regarding their roles, responsibilities, and expectations? Yes -
CEO oversight
Has the board conducted a formal, written assessment of the chief executive within the past year ? Yes -
Ethics and transparency
Have the board and senior staff reviewed the conflict-of-interest policy and completed and signed disclosure statements in the past year? Yes -
Board composition
Does the board ensure an inclusive board member recruitment process that results in diversity of thought and leadership? Yes -
Board performance
Has the board conducted a formal, written self-assessment of its performance within the past three years? Yes
Organizational demographics
Who works and leads organizations that serve our diverse communities? Candid partnered with CHANGE Philanthropy on this demographic section.
Leadership
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Equity strategies
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- We review compensation data across the organization (and by staff levels) to identify disparities by race.
- We ask team members to identify racial disparities in their programs and / or portfolios.
- We analyze disaggregated data and root causes of race disparities that impact the organization's programs, portfolios, and the populations served.
- We disaggregate data to adjust programming goals to keep pace with changing needs of the communities we support.
- We employ non-traditional ways of gathering feedback on programs and trainings, which may include interviews, roundtables, and external reviews with/by community stakeholders.
- We disaggregate data by demographics, including race, in every policy and program measured.
- We have long-term strategic plans and measurable goals for creating a culture such that one’s race identity has no influence on how they fare within the organization.
- We use a vetting process to identify vendors and partners that share our commitment to race equity.
- We have a promotion process that anticipates and mitigates implicit and explicit biases about people of color serving in leadership positions.
- We seek individuals from various race backgrounds for board and executive director/CEO positions within our organization.
- We have community representation at the board level, either on the board itself or through a community advisory board.
- We help senior leadership understand how to be inclusive leaders with learning approaches that emphasize reflection, iteration, and adaptability.
- We measure and then disaggregate job satisfaction and retention data by race, function, level, and/or team.
- We engage everyone, from the board to staff levels of the organization, in race equity work and ensure that individuals understand their roles in creating culture such that one’s race identity has no influence on how they fare within the organization.