by Angela Meyers | May 14, 2025 | News
A Surprise Visit, and Announcement from Sam Hiatt of the Portland Thorns Candlelighters staff were in for a big surprise last Wednesday after the staff meeting when videographers arrived to shoot some footage of our Family Day Event planning session. It turned out,...
by Angela Meyers | May 7, 2025 | News
As we wrap up spring and look forward to all of the sunshine and fun summer brings, there is a whirlwind of activity for Candlelighters with a mix of family programming and exciting new partnerships! We are looking forward to hosting Family Day on June 1! One of our...
by Angela Meyers | Mar 18, 2025 | News
From alleviating the financial burden of unpaid bills for families to empowering teens in treatment by fostering a sense of community, and celebrating the achievements of cancer survivors who receive Candlelighters scholarships, we are proud to showcase...
by Angela Meyers | Feb 20, 2025 | News, Newsletter
As the new Executive Director for Candlelighters For Children With Cancer, I am excited to share my reflections. So much has happened since I began my role last September. I have had an opportunity to meet many families at our various events, visit with our social...
by Angela Meyers | Dec 18, 2024 | Bereavement, DIY Fundraiser Spotlight, News
In 2015, 8-year-old Holly Bruno was diagnosed with stage 3 soft tissue childhood cancer. A friend to many, it’s no surprise that Holly had a whiteboard full of love notes in her hospital room, including her own words, “Love is Everywhere,” a phrase...
by Angela Meyers | Oct 2, 2024 | News
After a long search, Candlelighters is excited to announce our new Executive Director, Daniela Meltzer. Here’s a word from Daniela herself, Greetings Candlelighters, I am thrilled and honored to be the new Executive Director of Candlelighters For Children With...
