Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month! We invite everyone to tell your story, share a story, advocate and fundraise. Together, we will make a difference to local kids and families facing childhood cancer. We’re #StrongerTogether. Learn more, and get involved >>>
Who We Serve
Since 1977, Candlelighters has supported more than 85,000 family members across Oregon and SW Washington, and is still the only local organization that provides for the ENTIRE family throughout the life long journey of childhood cancer, from diagnosis through treatment and beyond.
How We Serve
FAMILY ACTIVITIES
October Parent & Caregiver Support Group
Connecting with other parents who also have a child diagnosed with cancer is helpful. Join our online support group meetings, facilitated by Dr. Marianne Kabour. This will be a chance to meet other parents so that you can share your thoughts, stories, and concerns...
FAMILY STORIES
Layla the Warrior Princess
5 year old Layla was diagnosed with T-Cell ALL right before Thanksgiving 2020. Her mom, Sable, says "Layla has been resilient beyond expectations, and been the strongest little warrior princess. Her attitude has remained fairly positive despite some pretty low points....
NEWS
Ride for a Child in the News
Watch Jenny Hansson's interview with RFAC Chair David Leslie and past Chair Brandon Johnson about the 20th Ride for a Child, and the new way that riders will be communicating with Honored kids during this weekend's Tygh Valley Rally ride: Traditionally, Ride for a...
Fundraising EVENTS
Ride for a Child’s Legacy of 20 Years
This year, Ride for a Child, our biggest fundraising event of the year celebrates 20 years. It all began with founder Dick Hartung's pledge to honor his daughter Jill's life, a story that never ceases to inspire. "Our daughter Jill passed away in 1997 at the age of 9...
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