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Support ASK's mission by hosting your own community fundraiser or by attending a partner event. Download our community fundraiser toolkit to get started! COMMUNITY FUNDRAISERS FUNDRAISERS Community fundraisers are a vital source of support for our families and boost awareness of ASK across our communities. Looking to host your own? Use our resources and toolkit to make it as easy as 1-2-3! We’re also so lucky to have some great partners who make a difference by hosting fundraisers of their own. Check them out below! Host your own community fundraiser YOU can make a difference for ASK children and their families by hosting a community fundraiser! Funds raised through community events provide ASK families with emotional, financial and educational support. Not sure where to start? Check out our Community Fundraiser Toolkit for everything you’ll need to kick off your fundraiser, inspire others to give, and tips on raising awareness for ASK through fundraising activities. Download Toolkit Questions about getting involved in a community fundraiser or starting your own? Contact Jessica Sop, Special Events Coordinator at jsop@askccf.org . Community Fundraisers Dine to Donate Date: Tuesday, March 31, 2026 Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Place: Wings, Etc in Salem VA 260 Wildwood Rd, Salem, VA 24153, USA Learn More Join us for a Giveback Night at Wings, Etc. in Salem on March 31st from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. to support Virginia families facing childhood cancer. Simply present our event flyer , and 15% of your food and soft drink or purchase will be donated directly to ASK. Cart N' for a Cure Date: Saturday, April 25, 2026 Time: 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM Place: Begins at Ledo Pizza 700 McKinney Blvd, Colonial Beach, VA 22443, USA Learn More Grab your golf cart for the 15th Annual Cart N’ for a Cure on April 25! This unique poker run takes you through Colonial Beach for a day of food, raffles, and a party to support kids in Virginia facing cancer. ASK Partner Events Mustaches 4 Kids Richmond We hope you're ready, because our long-time friends and supporters at M4K Richmond are about to get growing! Over 300 fan-tashe-tic growers are joining forces once again this November to raise funds for ASK and have fun doing it! Support a 'Sta c he > Tad's Kids Tad's Kids supports ASK families through the Tad's Kids Family Crisis Fund, funded through three annual events: Making a Difference Golf Tournament Tennis for Tad's Tournament Oyster Roast Fundraiser About Tad's Kids > Fredericksburg Golf Classic Tee off for the kids every September at the annual ASK Fredericksburg Golf Classic! For more than 10 years, participants and sponsors have swung into action to support ASK kids and families and we couldn't be more grateful. Learn Mor e > Virginia FBLA Project ASK Since 1982, the Virginia Chapters of the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) have supported ASK as their state service project. Together, they have provided over one million dollars in cash and in-kind donations! Learn Mor e > Explore All Partner Events

Make a difference through nonprofit careers with ASK Childhood Cancer Foundation. Join the team and work with purpose to make life better for childhood cancer families in Virginia. Enjoy competitive insurance coverage, PTO and IRA benefits. AT ASK CAREERS Looking to join the ASK team? See if we're hiring > Work seems less like "work" when you’re helping to make life easier for kids with cancer and serious blood disorders. ASK Childhood Cancer Foundation is an Equal Opportunity employer. ASK believes attracting and retaining diverse staff is crucial to serving our community and fulfilling our mission. ASK offers a competitive salary, a pleasant, energetic work environment, and an engaging, purposeful workplace culture. We invite you to learn more about our benefits and open positions! Insurance Coverage Health, dental and vision coverage, short & long-term disability and life insurance* Simple IRA & Match Simple IRA Plan with 100% match (up to 3% of salary) PTO & Holidays Ample paid time off, holidays and summer Fridays Team Building Monthly birthday celebrations and regular get-togethers *Only available for full-time staff at this time. Open Positions We're Hiring! Take a look below to learn more about our open positions and how to apply. Grants Manager Grants Manager ASK Childhood Cancer Foundation is seeking a full-time Grants Manager. The Grants Manager is responsible for securing at least $300,000 in annual grant funding to support ASK Childhood Cancer Foundation’s programs and services. This role oversees all aspects of the grants lifecycle—including prospect research, proposal development, submission, reporting, compliance, and stewardship. In partnership with the Director of Philanthropy and Executive Director, the Grants Manager identifies new opportunities to support ASK’s statewide growth while strengthening engagement and retention of existing funders. The position serves as ASK’s primary point of contact for corporate and private foundations across Virginia, as well as regional businesses, civic organizations, and funders outside of Richmond and specifically in western Virginia. This role is instrumental in sustaining and expanding philanthropic partnerships that make life better for children with cancer and their families. Essential Duties and Responsibilities 1. Grant Prospecting and Strategy Research, identify, and qualify new foundation, corporate, and government funding opportunities that align with ASK’s mission and strategic priorities. Build and maintain a comprehensive statewide grants pipeline to support regional and programmatic expansion. Develop and manage an annual grants calendar that ensures timely submission of proposals, renewals, and required reports. Collaborate with Development and Program teams to align funding needs with measurable outcomes and organizational goals. 2. Grant Writing and Management Prepare compelling, accurate, and data-informed proposals, letters of inquiry, budgets, and impact reports. Work closely with program and finance teams to gather data, stories, and budget elements to strengthen submissions. Monitor active grants to ensure full compliance with funder requirements, deliverables, budgets, and reporting deadlines. Maintain detailed and accurate grant records within ASK’s systems, ensuring internal communication around grant status and deadlines. 3. Funder Stewardship and Relationship Management Serve as the primary liaison for foundation, corporate, and civic funders statewide. Cultivate and maintain strong funder relationships through ongoing communication, updates, site visits, recognition, and personalized stewardship. Partner with ASK senior leadership to support funder engagement opportunities and highlight grant-funded impact. Collaborate with the Marketing team to ensure consistent messaging and visibility for grant-supported initiatives. Represent ASK at community and professional events, such as Chamber of Commerce meetings, Business Coalition gatherings, AFP functions, check presentations, and other networking opportunities, to strengthen visibility and grow ASK’s funder network. Performance Expectations and Key Metrics (KPIs) 1. Pipeline Development & Submission Management Submit 5-8 new proposals annually, in addition to renewal requests. Maintain a pipeline valued at 3–4x the annual revenue goal to ensure sustainability. Ensure 100% on-time submission of all LOIs, proposals, budgets, and required reports, contingent upon receiving complete and timely information from all relevant departments (e.g., budgets, outcomes, measures, and program data). Add 1–2 new qualified prospects per month into the active pipeline. 2. Compliance & Reporting Ensure 100% compliance with all funder requirements, deliverables, and deadlines. Achieve zero returned or revised funder reports due to incomplete or inaccurate information. 3. Operational Excellence Maintain an accurate, up-to-date grants calendar with all deadlines and deliverables. Update or refine standardized proposal language and templates annually. 4. Revenue & Portfolio Growth Secure a minimum of $300,000 annually from foundation, corporate, and civic grantmakers. Demonstrate year-over-year growth in grant revenue and/or number of funders. Cultivate and secure 3-5 new funding relationships each year. Maintain a 50%–75% success rate for submitted proposals. Education, Skills, and Experience Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Nonprofit Management, or related field (Master’s degree preferred). 3–5 years of professional experience in grant writing, grant management, or related nonprofit development roles. Demonstrated success in securing at least $250,000 in annual grant revenue. Exceptional written, verbal, and analytical communication skills. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities. Familiarity with nonprofit finance, program evaluation, and outcomes measurement preferred. Commitment to ASK’s mission and an understanding of the challenges faced by children with cancer and their families. Work schedule This is a full-time position working 40 hours per week in a hybrid/remote environment. To Apply Please submit a cover letter and resume to jobs@askccf.org with the subject line “Grants Manager” Salary Range $60,000 to $75,000 is the range for the Grants Manager position. About ASK Childhood Cancer Foundation: Founded in 1975, ASK Childhood Cancer Foundation (askccf.org ) is Virginia’s most comprehensive provider of support services for children with cancer and serious blood disorders as well as their families. Our mission is to make their life better by providing emotional, social, financial, and educational support. ASK Childhood Cancer Foundation is an Equal Opportunity employer. It believes attracting and retaining diverse staff is crucial to serving our community and fulfilling our mission. ASK offers a pleasant, energetic work environment and an engaging, purposeful workplace culture.

ASK Childhood Cancer Foundation is a Virginia-based nonprofit dedicated to making life better for children with cancer and their families through financial assistance, educational support, and opportunities for community and connection. We're here to make life a little better. Your generosity means kids like Damian don't have to face cancer or serious blood disorders alone better. Give Today Damian, 7 Leukemia How we help our families: Community & Connection Facing cancer can be an isolating experience. We helped our kids and families build meaningful connections throughout 2023 with more than 100 program events. Educational Support On average, kids miss 43 days of school during their first year of treatment. In 2023, we helped more than 500 patients return to school with the support they need to be successful. Financial Assistance Half of all families with a child in treatment will experience severe financial hardship. In 2023, we helped families stay afloat with more than $250,000 to cover everyday expenses. Get Support Lending a Helping Hand for over 50 years! Since 1975, ASK has been dedicated to providing A-assistance, S-support, and K-kindness to children with cancer and their families during treatment and beyond. From the earliest days of lending a helping hand to families facing pediatric cancer in Richmond, Virginia, ASK has grown to provide support and assistance to children with cancer across the state. This support is delivered through our three areas of focus: educational support, family support, and community and connection, and your support remains the secret sauce to our mission's success. You've helped us fund essential support positions, provide vital financial assistance, and create a network of support that extends far beyond medical care for hundreds of ASK families! However, the work is far from over! Together, we will continue to provide support to our communities and help ensure no child or family faces cancer alone. See Our Impact 6-7 children are diagnosed with cancer every week in Virginia. Let’s give them a hand and help make life better any way we can. How to Get Involved > What's new? Meet ASK Kid Jack Feb 17 Meet ASK Kid Damian Feb 11 Meet ASK Kid Joseph Jan 23 See More Posts Stay Connected with ASK Sign up for updates on all things ASK! You'll hear from us regularly with opportunities for you to give , volunteer , or advocate for children with cancer. You'll also receive monthly stories to meet the inspiring children and families your generosity is helping to support. Sign Up for Updates Follow us on social media: Facebook Instagram YouTube Linkedin TikTok Twitter

Jack is a 19-year-old with a big heart, a competitive spirit, and a love for games. He does it all– board games, card games, and especially Uno, a game in which he proudly calls himself “vicious.”” But beyond his playful personality, Jack has faced a serious health challenge: a diagnosis of myxoid liposarcoma at age 13. Jack has shown resilience, positivity, and a desire to help others through it all. Jack’s journey began on Christmas Eve of 2019, when he started experiencing chest pains. “He wasn’t feeling well and was complaining of chest pain that morning,” recalls his mom, Lis. At first, the family thought it might be something minor like bronchitis. But after a visit to urgent care, Jack was rushed by ambulance to the hospital. “Everything was just kind of a whirlwind from there,” Lis shares. Following surgery and a month-long hospital stay, Jack received his diagnosis: myxoid liposarcoma. “We went about a year just kind of watching and waiting after the first surgery,” Lis explains. Over the following months, Jack underwent a second surgery to remove the chest-wall lining and multiple smaller tumors; this was followed by a year of chemotherapy and radiation. Today, Jack is in the midst of another round of chemotherapy and continues to go through regular scans every three months to monitor his health. Jack’s treatment journey has been long and challenging. From multiple surgeries to rounds of chemotherapy and radiation, the process has required flexibility, perseverance, and an enormous amount of support. “It’s an ever-evolving process,” Lis reflects. “Some days we don’t know what’s going to happen from one day to the next.” Despite this, Jack remains positive and engaged, balancing his treatments with school and activities whenever possible. ASK became a part of Jack’s journey a few years after his diagnosis, helping the family coordinate care closer to home. One memorable event for Jack was the Teen Mingle & Jingle at the Hotel Roanoke, where he could enjoy Christmas festivities with peers who understood his experience. “For a couple of hours, he didn’t have to think about the news he got or anything that was going on. He was just around friends and had a good time,” Lis shares. Beyond events, ASK has also supported the family with school accommodations and guidance, helping Jack manage his studies and plan for college. Now 19, Jack demonstrates resilience, compassion, and a desire to give back. “Even if it’s not a teen event, he wants to go and help out with the younger kids,” Lis says. “It’s his way of giving back and finding a release.” Outside of helping others, Jack enjoys games, time with friends, and being a typical teen whenever possible. Jack’s story is a reminder that childhood cancer affects more than just the patient—it touches families and communities. With the support of ASK, Jack has not only navigated his treatment with strength and positivity but has also found ways to connect with and support other kids facing similar challenges.

Seven-year-old Damian has always been full of energy. Soccer became his passion as soon as he could walk, starting to play at just 15 months old. Whether chasing the ball or running along the beach, Damian has always been happiest outdoors. In March 2023, Damian's mom, Fiorella, began noticing a few minor signs at first that her son wasn't acting like himself. He was more tired than usual and complained about a pain in his leg. After spending weeks searching for answers at Inova Fairfax Hospital, doctors broke the news that Damian had been diagnosed with leukemia. The diagnosis came just days after Damian's sixth birthday. Within weeks, his life shifted from soccer fields to hospital visits for treatments, a new routine no family ever expects. The first year of treatment meant stepping away from the physical activities Damian loved, but his resilience shone through. Throughout Damian's journey, ASK has been there every step of the way. "[ASK has] been absolutely amazing since day one," Fiorella shared. From emotional support to financial assistance, ASK has helped the family navigate the many challenges that come with a childhood cancer diagnosis. "Having ASK there makes you feel like you're not alone," Fiorella explained. Vanessa Wagener , ASK's Bilingual Education Support Navigator , has been a vital source of guidance for Damian's education by helping set up his 504 school plan. Vanessa is one of six Navigators stationed at each of Virginia's five pediatric cancer treatment centers, bridging the gap between hospital and clinic staff with the child's school to help them stay on grade level and receive the accommodations they need to be successful.  In addition to educational support, ASK provides family support services such as financial assistance. Just last year, ASK covered 2,373 non-medical bills statewide. ASK was able to provide rent assistance when hospital stays and missed work days put extra stress on Damian's family. A year and a half into treatment, Damian has regained his strength. He's in maintenance, gaining weight, and back to playing outside. Fiorella shares that things gradually improved with time, support, and perseverance. Looking ahead, Fiorella holds onto the same hope she wants other families to feel: they are not alone, even in the darkest and scariest moments. "Everybody works with you toward the same goal—the end of treatment and ringing the bell," she says. "Even in the scariest moments, you will always have somebody holding your hand." Today, Damian has returned to his energetic self. He enjoys playing sports, spending time outdoors, and reclaiming the independence and joy of childhood.

Medulloblastoma (muh-dul-o-blas-TOE-muh) is a very big word with a heavy meaning for a very little boy.  While Joseph, a baseball lover, is busy learning terms like “home run,” “grand slam,” and “fastball,” his parents, Becky and James, are learning about this fast-growing, cancerous brain tumor. At just 13 months old, Joseph was diagnosed with medulloblastoma, and life for him and his parents changed in an instant. Before his diagnosis, Joseph had been sick often. After four visits to the doctor in a single week, he vomited one morning, and his parents rushed him to St. Mary’s for a CT scan. That’s when the tumor appeared. Instead of hitting “home run hits!” as Joseph adorably says it, this little baseball fan was now undergoing brain surgery to remove the tumor and relieve fluid buildup in his brain. Doctors caught it early, but the tumor was fast-moving. Joseph immediately started three rounds of chemotherapy, and an intense stem cell transplant, spending almost a month in the hospital. Despite Joseph’s intense treatment, he remained “a bright light to anyone and everyone he came across,” his dad James shares. His mom, Becky said, “You’d never know what he’s been through,” smiling as she spoke. Joseph not only fought through treatment, but he also graduated from physical, occupational, and speech therapy. But Joseph and his family didn’t fight alone. From the very first round of chemo, ASK was there to lend a helping hand. A call came to Becky asking if the family needed anything, and it wasn’t just words. “Other organizations are wonderful, but ASK is different,” she says. ASK stepped in with financial support that helped the family cover their mortgage after Becky had to step away from work to focus on Joseph’s health. Through the Adopt-a-Family program, ASK also made Christmas magical for Joseph, providing gifts from the family’s wish list thanks to community partners. Beyond family support, ASK offers connection through program events. The family attended ASK Night at the Diamond and participated in the ASK 5K & Fun Walk, where “ Ferocious Joseph and Lil' J's Brigade ” became one of the largest teams in Walk history and helped raise funds for other children and families in Virginia facing childhood cancer. More than that, ASK gave Joseph’s family a community–a circle of people who understood the unique challenges of childhood cancer. “They get the little things. They understand. They connect us with people who live right here in our community. You don’t feel alone,” Becky shared. Two-year-old Joseph is thriving now. His future is bright, filled with dance moves to the “Mickey’s Hot Dog” song, and “home run hits” as spring approaches. His parents reflect on their journey with gratitude–for the skilled doctors and nurses at the hospital, for their decision to stay close to home, and for the unwavering support of ASK. “It can happen to anybody,” James says. “But childhood cancer isn’t always a death sentence. Our kids are stronger than we are. Life changes in an instant, but you also discover kindness, compassion, and the good that’s still in the world. ASK reminds us every day that we don’t walk this journey alone.”