Hello <span contenteditable="false" data-custom-variable="{{firstname}}" fr-original-class="fr-deletable styled-tag-chip " fr-original-style style="background-color:rgb(248, 248, 255);border:1px solid rgb(191, 191, 255);border-radius:4px;color:rgb(42, 42, 196);display:inline-block;margin:0px;padding:1px 8px;font-size:11px;line-height:16px;overflow-wrap:anywhere;user-select:none;box-sizing:inherit">First name <span contenteditable="false" data-custom-variable="{{lastname}}" fr-original-class="fr-deletable styled-tag-chip " fr-original-style style="background-color:rgb(248, 248, 255);border:1px solid rgb(191, 191, 255);border-radius:4px;color:rgb(42, 42, 196);display:inline-block;margin:0px;padding:1px 8px;font-size:11px;line-height:16px;overflow-wrap:anywhere;user-select:none;box-sizing:inherit">Last name, We thank you from the bottom of our heart. We will now be able to use your donation to support children with cancer here in Tucson. If you would like to contribute further or learn more about what we can do,  contact us with the information below. Philip Witherspoon billing@active2030tucson.com 3216260633

Thank you for fundraising with us this year again! Here is more information.

Overview: Candlelighters remains dedicated to the deeper meaning behind the money we raise. We focus on providing children with positive experiences despite their diagnoses, while ensuring that families do not miss critical bills and expenses. All in effort so that parents can focus solely on the health of their child. Below covers the details of programs and events that we host throughout the year.  Educational Support and Advocacy (Year Round): Candlelighters offers essential assistance to students facing prolonged absences due to hospitalization and treatment. With a particular focus on those diagnosed with sickle cell disease, we provide laptops to ensure continuity in their education during these challenging times. Additionally, we equip parents with valuable resources to navigate their child's educational journey, including guidance on developing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) or 504 plans to address their specific needs. Candlelighters Dream Prom: The annual Candlelighters Dream Night Prom stands as a testament to the resilience and spirit of young individuals facing significant health challenges. It offers them a night of joy, celebration, and normalcy, allowing them to experience the quintessential teenage milestone of a prom night in a caring, supportive environment. This year the 19th Annual Dream Night Prom is being held on April 6th, 2024 at the Pima Air and Space Museum. Candlelighters Family Camp:This camp designed for children battling cancer and their families, offers a haven of support and enjoyment. This unique retreat provides a nurturing environment where young patients and their loved ones can bond, relax, and find respite from the daily challenges of cancer treatment. It's a place where families can strengthen their connections, share experiences with others on similar journeys, and receive emotional and practical support from compassionate staff. Camp will be in June on Mt Lemmon.  Cancer Awareness Candle Lighting:In September, Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, the community of Tucson gathers in the Inspiration Garden at Diamond Children’s to pay homage to local children and families touched by childhood cancer. Attendees are invited to join in this solemn yet uplifting occasion, with refreshments provided by Candlelighters. All are welcome to come together to honor those affected by childhood cancer.  Candlelighters Halloween Party:A festive event crafted especially for children with cancer and their families. This Halloween party is more than just a fun event; it's a celebration of resilience and family bonding, offering a much-needed break and a chance for these children and their families to connect with others who understand their journey, all while enjoying the autumn weather and fun Halloween activities. Inpatient Thanksgiving Dinner:The encompassing challenges of a cancer diagnosis can be compounded by feelings of isolation and sadness when stuck in the hospital during the holidays. Candlelighters staff and volunteers bring a full Thanksgiving meal to the children, families, and their hospital unit/clinic staff on the floor. Each year these dinners are kindly donated by a variety of local restaurants and food providers.Candlelighters Holiday Party: Although a joyous time of the year a child's cancer diagnosis has far reaching effects. During the holidays this impact is magnified. Parents still want to provide for their sick child as well as his/her siblings. Candlelighters provides a gift wish for each child/teen in the family. Last December we provided 250 gift wishes during our annual holiday assistance party at the Mini Time Machine Museum.  Full time Child Life Specialist (Year Round):  Certified Child Life Specialists (CCLSs) provide evidence-based, developmentally and psychologically appropriate interventions including therapeutic play, preparation for procedures, and education that support and reduce fear, anxiety and pain for children, adolescents and families. They work in partnership with families, interdisciplinary healthcare teams and community professionals within the evolving healthcare system to meet the psychosocial, emotional and development needs of children and adolescents furthering providing tools and tools and resources to help families navigate the lifelong journey begun at diagnosis. Suggested Donations: $50- Cover transport to and from Candlelighters camp for the weekend for one family. $100- Cover a family’s meals at the Candlelighter Family Camp for the weekend.  $275- Cover a critical bill for a family in need. Due to the expansive time required to manage a child’s needs, most families have to significantly reduce the hours work, or leave their job altogether.  $500- Cover the supply activity fund for the Candlelighters Dream Prom. $1000- Cover a specialized activity for the Candlelighters camp. $1500- Provides for a child life specialist’s expenses for a week. $5000- Covers the cost of the Dream Prom. $10000- Covers the campground costs for the Candlelighter Family Camp!

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