A Devastating Diagnosis

Despite major treatment advances over the past five decades, cancer remains the leading cause of disease-related death among children in the U.S. In fact, it is responsible for more child deaths than all other diseases combined. Yet less than 4% of National Cancer Institute research funding is allocated specifically to pediatric cancers.

At Phoenix Children's Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders (CCBD), we're working to change that. Thanks to philanthropic support from our generous community, we're getting closer to the day when no family ever loses a child to cancer.

 

Phoenix Children's patient Isabella with her parents, Juan and Amanda.

Allyson was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia, a type of blood cancer, in 2024. Thanks to the care she received at Phoenix Children’s Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders, she’s made incredible strides in her recovery.

2024 at CCBD

Your support makes it possible for Arizona children to get world-class cancer care close to home.

5.8k+

patients treated

45.5k+

patient appointments

432

children newly diagnosed with cancer

160+

clinical trials

Learn more about the lifesaving work happening at the Phoenix Children's Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders.

Phoenix Children's was one of the first pediatric cancer centers in the country to offer cellular therapy, a groundbreaking new approach to treating cancer.

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A Sanctuary of Hope

Led by world-renowned pediatric cancer researcher Mario Otto, MD, PhD, CCBD is Arizona's largest pediatric cancer program. Philanthropy makes it possible to give every patient the best care from the moment of diagnosis to the completion of treatment and beyond. Thanks to your generosity, we can:

Offer state-of-the-art treatments

Philanthropic support allows CCBD to invest in cutting-edge treatments like cellular therapy and targeted radiotherapy.

Advance promising research

Donor support makes it possible for us to fuel innovative research, like Dr. Tanya Kalin’s work on new therapies for cancers that have metastasized to the lungs.

Provide specialized services

Donations support services such as fertility preservation, which allows patients to safeguard their ability to have their own families someday.

Treat the whole child

Philanthropy-funded programs like Child Life and Camp Rainbow help children cope with the mental, emotional and social aspects of cancer treatment.

Support families in need

Thanks to donor support, CCBD’s Patient and Family Assistance Fund provides emergency relief for patient families experiencing financial hardship.

Stories of Hope and Healing

A Phoenix Children's patient snuggles under a red blanket in a hospital bed.
Honoring Axel's Legacy
Though Axel's journey ended too soon, his spirit continues to inspire hope.
Allyson, a patient at Phoenix Children's Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders
From Diagnosis to Determination
After her worst fears were confirmed, Allyson began a journey filled with hope, healing and newfound purpose.
Keeping the Dream of Parenthood Alive
A cutting-edge procedure gave Jacob something priceless: The possibility of becoming a dad one day.
Phoenix Children's patient Isabella with her parents, Juan and Amanda.
Healing Step by Step
Isabella was diagnosed with a rare, aggressive form of cancer when she was 3. Watch her family's journey over the past year and a half.
Phoenix Children's patient Nolan, age 3, in the hospital lobby.
Turning Heartache Into Hope
After surviving cancer at age 1, Nolan is a beacon of hope and joy for everyone around him.
Opening the Door to a Better Tomorrow
Michael DeSoto draws on his experience as a Phoenix Children's parent and a business executive to help fight childhood cancer.

CCBD Philanthropic Advisory Council

Mike DeSoto
COO & VP, MITER Brands

Lynn Fischer
Founder and Board Member, Title21 Health Solutions

Lewis “Buzz” David Ghiz
Former President, Paramount Pool & Spa Systems

Erin Lewin
Former Senior Vice President & General Counsel, Avnet

Thomas Luther
Director, Corporate eWaste Solutions (CEWS)

David Romanelli
Author

Nicole Stead
Volunteer and Philanthropist

Help End Childhood Cancer

Your gift helps the Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders provide world-class patient care, offer state-of-the-art therapies, and conduct research that leads to lifesaving breakthroughs.

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