who runs it
Organizations running this strategy · 5
what it looks like in practice
Activities of orgs running this strategy
A sample of programmatic activities from the orgs above — what the strategy looks like on the ground.
- Creates hospital scrapbooks and surgical preparation tools for pediatric patients FRIENDS AND ANGELS THE TRACY VICERE FOUNDATION INCdirect serviceProvides hospital scrapbooks to help pediatric cancer patients document their medical journey and produces surgical dolls and practice ports to help them understand and prepare for medical procedures.
- Decorates hospital rooms for bone marrow transplant patients FRIENDS AND ANGELS THE TRACY VICERE FOUNDATION INCdirect servicePersonalizes and enhances the comfort of hospital rooms for pediatric bone marrow transplant patients through decoration funded by foundation efforts.
- Distributes birthday and holiday gifts and end-of-treatment recognition items FRIENDS AND ANGELS THE TRACY VICERE FOUNDATION INCdirect serviceProvides birthday and holiday gifts, as well as end-of-treatment gift cards and certificates, to over 250 pediatric patients annually.
- Donates educational and recreational materials to pediatric patients FRIENDS AND ANGELS THE TRACY VICERE FOUNDATION INCdirect serviceSupplies electronic devices, books, school supplies, and art materials to support recreation and education for pediatric patients of all ages.
- Donates medical technology to improve pediatric patient care FRIENDS AND ANGELS THE TRACY VICERE FOUNDATION INCdirect serviceProvides vein finder devices to reduce pain during venipuncture and donates smart board technology to enhance doctor-family collaboration in patient care planning.
- Facilitates literacy and reading engagement for pediatric cancer patients FRIENDS AND ANGELS THE TRACY VICERE FOUNDATION INCdirect serviceRuns a book-of-the-week or book-of-the-month club that provides books and hosts discussion forums for pediatric cancer patients.
- Hosts recreational events for pediatric cancer patients and families FRIENDS AND ANGELS THE TRACY VICERE FOUNDATION INCdirect serviceOrganizes and hosts movie nights, Halloween and New Year’s Eve parties, and holiday events with food, snacks, and activities for pediatric cancer patients and their families at hospitals.
- Produces and distributes medical care tracking binders for childhood cancer survivors FRIENDS AND ANGELS THE TRACY VICERE FOUNDATION INCdirect serviceDevelops and provides organized medical binders to help childhood cancer survivors manage post-treatment documentation, distributed at Cohen Children's Medical Center.
- Provides comfort and transition support items for patients and families FRIENDS AND ANGELS THE TRACY VICERE FOUNDATION INCdirect serviceDelivers comfort bags containing toiletries for parents and transition cooler bags for safe medication transport to pediatric patients in the PACT unit.
- Provides financial and material support for pediatric cancer patients' back-to-school needs FRIENDS AND ANGELS THE TRACY VICERE FOUNDATION INCdirect serviceDistributes book bags, notebooks, pens, pencils, clothing, and other school supplies to children with cancer through targeted financial support.
- Supports pediatric cancer programs and survivorship events FRIENDS AND ANGELS THE TRACY VICERE FOUNDATION INCdirect serviceSponsors the HOPES program and its inaugural conference, as well as the Annual Pediatric Cancer Survivor Day, Teen Nights, and Warrior’s Week at Cohen Children's Medical Center.
- Awards scholarships for future caregivers and pediatric oncology patients Colt 45 Strong Incdirect serviceProvides scholarships to students from Allegany-Limestone, Olean, and Portville pursuing careers in caregiving and medicine, and awards a separate scholarship to a graduating pediatric oncology patient.
- Distributes branded apparel Colt 45 Strong Incdirect serviceOffers branded apparel for distribution or sale, likely to promote visibility and support fundraising efforts.
- Hosts donor registry events for bone marrow donation Colt 45 Strong Incdirect serviceOrganizes annual events in partnership with the National Marrow Donor Program (NMDP) to enroll potential bone marrow donors, supporting national transplant efforts.
- Provides direct support to pediatric cancer patients and families Colt 45 Strong Incdirect serviceDelivers personalized transplant and hospital baskets and wagons with comfort items, bedding, and gift cards to help pediatric cancer patients and families make hospital stays more bearable; also provides financial assistance through gas cards, food cards, and other essentials during prolonged hospitalizations.
- Recognizes Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month annually Colt 45 Strong Incdirect serviceHosts an annual ceremony and decorates Pioneer Park in Portville, NY each September to recognize Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month and raise public awareness.
- Supports caregiver well-being through peer connection Colt 45 Strong Incdirect serviceOperates Finding Peace Together, a support group that provides a safe space for pediatric oncology caregivers to connect, share experiences, and find mutual strength.
- Provides financial assistance for medical equipment, special learning needs, and convalescence comfort for children with cancer and families THE SMILES FOR SCOTT FOUNDATION INCdirect serviceOffers direct financial support to cover medical equipment, educational accommodations, and comfort during recovery for pediatric cancer patients and their families.