Our Impact
130
Families received gifts and holiday cheer through Holiday Helpers.
1,026
Chemo Care Bags provided to patients starting treatment.
$230,000
Awarded to patients through $500 Financial Assistance Grants
Mission
Brightening the burden of cancer by providing hope, compassion, and financial and emotional support for Central Iowans and their families.
Key Services Provided
A cancer diagnosis changes everything. Patients need to focus on healing, not worrying about a ride to their next appointment or keeping their lights on. Our Financial Assistance Fund, Transportation Assistance Fund, Holiday Helpers Program, Family Navigator, and Chemo Care Bags ensure that no one faces cancer alone.
Key Audiences Served
The Mission Cancer Foundation serves adult cancer patients across 29 Central Iowa counties. Iowa has the second-highest cancer incidence rate in the country, with 7,000 new cancer cases projected in Central Iowa alone. We exist to ensure these patients receive hope, support and the ability to access cutting-edge cancer care.
Ways to give
Make a Donation: Give at missioncancerfoundation.org/donate.
Chemo Care Bags: Donate or volunteer to assemble items from our Amazon Wish List.
Holiday Helpers: Spread cheer to local patients and families during the holidays.
In Memory or Honor: Celebrate a loved one with a gift.
Let’s Disco: Sponsor or attend our Doctors at the Disco Gala.
What are the most immediate needs to support your organization?
The Mission Cancer Foundation relies on the generosity of individuals, community organizations and local businesses. We invite you to make a financial contribution, which provides hope for an individual on a cancer journey.
This holiday season, become a Holiday Helper to spread joy and comfort to identifying local cancer patients and their families who may need a little extra cheer.
Volunteer to assemble Chemo Care Bags. Bags are distributed to patients who are beginning their cancer treatment and aim to provide support during an overwhelming time. Shop our Amazon Wish List for essential items that help provide comfort and relief during treatments.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Dr. Abdelaziz Elhaddad
Dr. Brian Freeman
Dr. Tara Graff
Dr. Seema Harichand
Dr. Bradley Hiatt
Dr. Amy Hughes
Dr. Angela Sandre
President and director: Jenna Knox
CEO: Phil Stover
Treasurer: Katie Beecher