Childhood Cancer
The next generation’s ability to thrive is closely tied to the support of the local community. Lions and Leos have seen and felt the effects of cancer on children and their families, and continue to bring hope through tangible service and support.
Learn
Childhood Cancer Facts
- 2 minutes a child is diagnosed with cancer every two minutes
- 13% increase in incidence of childhood cancer over the last 20 years
- 6 years average age at diagnosis of children with cancer
- >90% of childhood cancer deaths occur in low resource settings
Discover
We Have a Plan
The family is a nucleus around which most communities are built. The next generation’s ability to thrive is closely tied to the support of the local community. Lions and Leos have seen and felt the effects of cancer on children and their families, and continue to bring hope through tangible service and support.
Our Strategic Objective
Help those affected by childhood cancer survive and thrive.
Act
Explore Service Project Planners and other resources designed to help you and your club get involved with childhood cancer efforts in your community.
Celebrate
Our Story is Hope
The service of Lions and Leos is making a difference in communities across the globe.
Celebrate
Share Your Childhood Cancer Success Story
In celebration of International Childhood Cancer Day, consider hosting a webinar to share your club's childhood cancer service project success. Submit your webinar registration link and date to programs@lionsclubs.org, and explore the GAT success story webinar toolkit for resources to help you get started.
