Who are we

The Wilms Cancer Foundation (WCF), is a charitable organization, that supports and represents the needs of children, families and healthcare organizations affected by the childhood kidney cancer nephroblastoma commonly known as ‘Wilms’.

Mission

To establish a national program of awareness, education, advocacy, early detection and treatment to tackle the spread of childhood kidney cancer 'Wilms'. We also seek to support children, families and organizations as they tackle cancer, through initiatives such as our ‘Dream-Making’ program, in order to lighten the emotional and financial burden they face.

     Wilms Tumor

(Medical Term: Nephroblastoma)

Wilms' tumor is named after Max Wilms, the German surgeon (1867–1918) who first described it.

Vision and Supporting Principals

Advocacy and education:

Fostering greater awareness through advocacy and education of nephroblastoma with those impacted by it, and to the the wider population, to heighten prevention and save children’s lives.

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Fundraising and grants:

Pursuit of foundational revenue activities to achieve a stable and sustainable operating base, to enable long-term strategic planning and the ensure greater community impact.

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Treatment and early detection:

Delivery of dedicated research and stringent screening procedures for children impacted by nephroblastoma –the fourth most deadly childhood cancer to make a difference.

Awareness 

Awareness is our greatest weapon in the fight against Wilms. Join us in reducing late stage detection by hosting an official Wilms Cancer Foundation information banner on your website or social media account (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc)

Wilms Warriors

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Join us in the fight against Wilms. Support the children, families and healthcare organizations tacking the disease. The Wilms Cancer Foundation's community outreach program, Wilms Warriors™, empowers individuals and businesses to make a real and immediate difference through fundraising, donations or simply sharing stories about Wilms. "Don't just sit there... lets do it"!

Wilms Support Network

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Free, confidential, membership based discussion and resource platform for children, families and healthcare professionals/ organizations affected by the childhood cancer Wilms. Peer to peer connections, information, shared experiences and more in real time.