About Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Nevada
Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Nevada (Candlelighters) is the first and oldest non-profit organization in Nevada serving families coping with childhood cancer. We offer financial assistance, patient advocacy, and various programs addressing families' mental and emotional health needs. We are proud to have helped thousands of families since our inception.
Founded over 40 years ago by two families facing childhood cancer.
Our mission is to provide emotional support, quality of life programs, and financial assistance for children and their families affected by childhood cancer with the goal of allowing them to focus on the journey, and most importantly, loving their child.
