Wipe out Kids' cancer
Relentless in the fight. Unwavering in support.
October
Highlights
Key initiatives
Buddy bags
A Buddy Bag is a thoughtfully curated rolling suitcase given to pediatric cancer patients during overnight hospital stays, filled with essential, comfort, and entertainment items to support both the child and families transition into care.
Warrior families
Recognizing that cancer impacts the entire family, this signature WOKC program offers thoughtfully designed, no-cost events throughout the year that foster connection, joy, and emotional renewal.
research
WOKC has invested over $13 million in pioneering pediatric cancer research, sparking tens of millions in additional funding to drive forward critical scientific breakthroughs.
Pediatric Cancer Facts
1.
About 9,680 children in the United States will be diagnosed with cancer in 2026.
2.
One in 264 children & adolescents is estimated to be diagnosed with cancer before the age of 20 years
3.
It is estimated that there will be 13.7 million cases of childhood cancer between 2020-2050
4.
Cancer is the number one cause of death by disease among children and adolescents in the United States.
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