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Meet Volunteer Erin Renze
Meet one of CCC’s fantastic volunteers, Erin Renze! Erin is an Iowa native but now lives in Omaha, NE. She’s a pediatric congenital cardiac anesthesiologist at Children’s Nebraska in Omaha. Erin first volunteered with Children’s Cancer Connection several years ago with in-hospital/in-clinic arts and crafts
Camp Volunteer Applications Now Open
Camp Heart Connection’s magical summer camps provide a secure environment to connect, grow and create lifelong memories. CCC offers these camps at no cost to those who attend! As CCC relies on fundraising efforts to cover camp costs, we also rely on the volunteer support
New Dates Set for 2024 Summer Camps
The dates for 2024 Camp Heart Connection summer camps will be: Oncology Camp: June 9-15 Sibling Camp: June 30-July 6 The shift of Sibling Camp from mid-August to earlier in the summer comes following years of staffing challenges for the highly attended camp and an
Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities
Children’s Cancer Connection relies on volunteers to make 60+ programs possible for Iowa families as well as to run fundraising and awareness events. Please browse through our list of upcoming volunteer opportunities, and join us! Existing volunteers can review specifics and sign up for shifts
Gold Ribbon Walkway Completed
On Oct. 12, 2023, nearly 100 people gathered at the Jeff and Deb Hansen Home for Hope in Johnston for the Gold Ribbon Walkway dedication. The guests in attendance were family members of those who passed away due to childhood cancer. They were able to
CCC Receives Variety Grant for Teen Programs
Children’s Cancer Connection (CCC) has received a grant from Variety – the Children’s Charity to fund its 2023 Teen Camp and the 2024 Exploration Expedition program. CCC is a nonprofit organization serving Iowa families affected by childhood cancer. Since 1988, CCC has been providing unique