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The Southwest Kids Cancer Foundation is made up of volunteers with the mission to preserve and advance exciting and fun, medically staffed, year-round Arizona Camp Sunrise and Sidekicks programs for pediatric cancer patients, survivors and their siblings.

YOUR SUPPORT IS NEEDED!

We offer a variety of ways to get involved throughout the year. Check back often for additional ways to participate.

CHECK BACK OFTEN AS THIS PAGE IS UPDATED REGULARLY!

"Camp-ival" -- A FREE Carnival for Families Impacted by Pediatric Cancer

A FREE carnival to celebrate the strength and spirit of our amazing families affected by pediatric cancer.

Hosted by the Southwest Kids Cancer Foundation and Arizona Camp Sunrise and Sidekicks, in collaboration with our pediatric oncology community partners.

Let's come together for a day of joy, laughter and unity.

Saturday, April 6th, 2024 from 1-4pm

At Cancer Support Community AZ, 360 E Palm Ln, Phoenix, AZ 85004

We need Volunteers to help with set-up, clean-up, registration, running carnival games,

bounce houses and other activities.

Check out the Volunteer Opportunities HERE.


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CCN's "Run to Fight Children's Cancer"

SHARE THE MISSION OF THE SOUTHWEST KIDS CANCER FOUNDATION AND ARIZONA CAMP SUNRISE & SIDEKICKS AT THE UPCOMING CCN's RUN TO FIGHT CHILDREN'S CANCER. 


Many of the families who attend this event need our camps. Let's share what we are all about!

Event Date: Sunday, April 21st, 2024

Time: 5:30am-11am

Event Address:  Mesa Riverview Park 2100 W Rio Salado Pkwy, Mesa, AZ 85201

Register to Help HERE.


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Arizona Camp Sunrise and Sidekicks:

Our signature summer camps kick off in 2024

at Whispering Hope Ranch in the cool and beautiful pines of Payson, AZ

> Camp Sidekicks is our "sibling camp" and runs from June 23rd - June 28th (campers arrive June 22nd)

> Camp Sunrise is our "survivor camp" and runs from June 30th - July 5th (campers arrive June 29th)

Many volunteers are needed for these 6-day camps to assist with

cabin supervision, camp programs and events, set-up and clean-up

Medical training is NOT necessary -- Although we do need nursing staff as well

> VOLUNTEERS MUST ASSIST FOR THE ENTIRE WEEK (ONE OR BOTH)

AND CANNOT LEAVE THE CAMP AFTER ARRIVAL

GET STARTED HERE!

12th Annual "Golf FORE Cancer" Tournament

SWKCF presents our 11th annual golf tournament

at We-Ko-Pa Golf Club, Ft. McDowell, AZ

Saturday, December 7th, 2024

Volunteer Opportunities will be posted here in October (Keep Checking Back)

To Inquire About a SPONSORSHIP/ADVERTISING Click HERE

Golf Registration Opens up On October 1st (Sign up on the Early Bird notification list)


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Fundraising Committee: This group spearheads our fundraising efforts through events, donation generation and other means. We are looking for individuals who like to do outreach to past, present and future donors and sponsors. We are also looking for individuals who like to create, manage and attend events that help generate funds for our programs. This committee meets every 2nd Thursday of each month at 6pm via Zoom.

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Volunteer & Family Outreach Committee: The goal of this committee is to consistently engage with our current camper-families and volunteers, while also working to increase the number of campers and families involved in our organization. This group works with the Board of Directors and the other committees to recruit volunteer help as needed, plans and organizes opportunities and events for our volunteers and does the same for our campers. We are looking for individuals who are willing to help with tasks and events to further reach new campers through outreach at hospitals, medical offices/facilities, schools and other pediatric cancer organizations. We are also looking for creative and fun ways to bring in new volunteers. This committee meets every 2nd Wednesday of each month at 6pm via Zoom.

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Marketing & Communications Committee: The goal of this committee is to be consistently engaged with our current stakeholders, while also working to increase those numbers to grow all aspects of the organization (campers, volunteers, donors, and general interest). This group works with the Board of Directors and the other committees to create needed marketing pieces and communicate the messages to the appropriate audience. We are looking for individuals who are proficient in reading and writing and have the ability to create flyers and media pieces to share our messages. Additionally, we are looking for Spanish-speaking volunteers who can generate many of our communication pieces in Spanish, to ensure that we are supporting the primary demographics of the Southwestern United States. This committee meets every 1st Thursday of each month at 6pm via Zoom.

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YOUR HELP IS GREATLY APPRECIATED!