The National Children's Cancer Society (NCCS)
Non-profit OrganizationsIllinois, United States11-50 Employees
The National Children’s Cancer Society (NCCS) provides vital and unique services for children with cancer, their families, and survivors. Our comprehensive programs support children and their families at every stage of their journey, addressing immediate and long-term needs, from diagnosis and treatment to survivorship and beyond. How we support children with cancer, their families, and survivors: • Transportation Assistance Fund: Provides financial support to families so their child has consistent access to care, covering travel expenses to help ease the burden • Emergency Assistance Fund: A special fund available to families whose child has been inpatient or relocated for an extended period of time, it offers help with essential daily needs, including mortgage payments, prescriptions, car repairs, copays, and more • Family Support Program: Connects families with highly trained case managers who provide one-on-one emotional support, advocacy tips, and personalized guidance throughout their journey • Beyond the Cure Program: Empowers childhood cancer survivors with educational resources, a Late Effects After Treatment Tool, long-term care referrals, and a scholarship fund to help them achieve their academic goals • Global Outreach Program: Partners with pharmaceutical companies in the United States to distribute lifesaving medications to hospitals in developing countries, giving children worldwide access to lifesaving treatment. The NCCS is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that is proud to meet all of the Better Business Bureau's "Standards of Charity Accountability," which includes a comprehensive, in-depth evaluation of charity governance, fundraising practices, solicitations, and informational materials. Our organization is also GuideStar Platinum Nonprofit Profile participant.