Our Impact & Results
Children’s Cancer Fund has donated $15 million to support pediatric cancer research and care in Dallas. For more than 36 years, this investment has helped expand treatment options and strengthen support for children and families across North Texas.
Advancing Research
CCF funds pediatric cancer research at UT Southwestern Medical Center and Children’s Health, supporting work that leads to better treatments and fewer long-term side effects.
One source of this funding is the Call for the Cure, a signature part of the annual gala. Contributions support selected research projects conducted in Dallas with meaningful, long-term impact.
Supporting the Whole Child
In partnership with Children’s Health, CCF supports care that extends beyond treatment:
A full-time Child Life Specialist supports 80 to 90 outpatient visits each day, helping children and families cope through emotional support, education, and play
A $1 million endowment for Child Life Services at the Gill Center ensures long-term support for patient-centered care
A $2.5 million commitment to the new Dallas Pediatric Campus will create a dedicated playroom designed for comfort, healing, and moments of joy
CCF also supports mental health services, social work, art therapy, bereavement care, music therapy, pet therapy, and the Children’s Health Plano campus expansion.
The CCF Patient Program creates opportunities for connection and joy throughout the year, giving children and families time to step away from treatment and simply be together, with the Annual Gala as a highlight.
The Results
Children are supported not only medically, but emotionally and socially throughout treatment. Families have stronger support systems. Care teams have added resources. Research funded in Dallas continues to influence care well beyond our community.
Looking Ahead
CCF remains focused on advancing research and supporting every part of a child’s experience with cancer.
