Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Nevada
Non-profit OrganizationsNevada, United States11-50 Employees
Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Nevada is a nonprofit organization that offers support and services to families of children diagnosed with cancer, including those living in or receiving treatment in Nevada. Its services are available to children from birth through 21 years old, as long as the family has a cancer diagnosis, and there are no membership fees or required sources beyond family consent. Founded in 1978 by two families affected by childhood cancer, the organization emphasizes peer support and information sharing to ease the burden for affected families, continuing to operate with a full-time professional staff and ongoing family outreach. Located in Las Vegas, the foundation serves hundreds of children and dozens of families annually, maintaining a local presence with consistent accessibility and volunteer-driven origins. In addition to core support services, Candlelighters has engaged in partnerships and programs to expand its impact, including recent collaborations and community events that broaden its ability to assist families navigating cancer treatment and survivorship.