100 Days of Summer
100 Days of Summer
While school is out, cancer isn’t. Children and families facing pediatric cancer rely on ACFC year-round for comfort, connection, and critical resources during some of life’s hardest moments. Your support helps us be there for them every month of the year.
A gift of $29/month provides critical support.
Warrior Highlight
Meet Sara!
Despite facing ongoing health challenges since birth, Sara continues to light up every room with her big personality and sense of humor. Sara loves being sarcastic, hanging out with her brother, and playing kitchen and caring for her collection of Barbies and teddy bears.
Throughout her journey, ACFC has been there to support Sara’s family with rent and utility assistance, helping ease some of the stress that comes with treatment. Sara also loves attending ACFC events, where she enjoys making crafts and spending time with other warriors.
“ACFC has been a tremendous help to our family. Their support has lifted a significant weight off our shoulders, allowing us to focus on the little joys and truly be present for both of our children during Sara’s most difficult times,” her family shares. “We are forever grateful for ACFC.”
Families like Sara’s remind us how meaningful support, connection, and moments of normalcy can be for families navigating a childhood illness.
Program Highlight
Warrior Wednesday
Our Warrior Wednesdays brought fun and creativity to families all summer long! Throughout the month of June, warriors and their siblings enjoyed a variety of themed afternoons, including ACFC Olympics, Carnival Day, Food & Fun Day, and Creative Arts Day. Families participated in games, crafts, cookie decorating, and an acrylic paint splatter project in partnership with Young Arts Arizona. These special afternoons provided warriors and their siblings with the opportunity to create lasting memories and simply enjoy time together outside of treatment.
We are grateful to our generous partners including Barro’s Pizza, Sweetgreen, Sundt, and Young Arts Arizona, along with our incredible volunteers, for helping make this year’s Warrior Wednesdays such a meaningful success!
Donor Highlight
Barro's Pizza
We are so thankful to Barro’s Pizza for their continued support of ACFC and the families we serve. Through their recent lunch special fundraiser, Barro’s helped raise critical funds that will directly support Arizona families navigating childhood cancer. We are so grateful for their partnership and commitment to making a difference in our community.
The Finch Family & Bashas'
Aline Architecture & Del Sol Custom Cabinets
The new lobby desk and treehouse at ACFC are officially complete, and they have already transformed our space into something even more welcoming for the families we serve. Thank you to Aline Architecture for bringing a thoughtful vision to life, Del Sol Custom Cabinets for their outstanding craftsmanship, and Jason Stufkosky for his generosity and support throughout the project. Their partnership helped turn this vision into a reality, creating a space that reflects the warmth and hope families find at ACFC every day.
Volunteer Spotlight
Meet Sundt Construction!
The amazing team from Sundt Construction recently joined us for Warrior Wednesday, where they rolled up their sleeves to serve pizza and salad to our ACFC warriors and families.
From greeting families with a smile to helping keep lunch running smoothly, their team brought positive energy and a helping hand every step of the way. Volunteers like Sundt make it possible for our families to focus on what matters most—sharing laughter, making memories, and simply enjoying time together.
Thank you, Sundt, for spending the day with us and making Warrior Wednesday even more special!
Upcoming Fundraising Events
Ava’s Tree House Gala: Where Gratitude Grows And Light Shines
Join us for an unforgettable evening featuring a hosted cocktail hour, exquisite dinner, inspiring stories, an exciting auction, and an elegant live string quartet performance following the program. The 7th Annual Ava’s Tree House Gala returns to The Phoenician on Friday, November 6, 2026, led by Co-Chairs Catherine Carrillo-Williams, Robyn Patterson, and Lisa Moore. Reserve your seat today!
Our 4th Annual Golf Classic is back!️ Sponsored by Madison & Nolan Gorman, join us on December 7th for a day of sunshine, golf, and giving back as we support children battling cancer and their families. Tee off, make an impact, and be part of an unforgettable day. Spots are limited – register today!