Our Mission
The Children's Brain Tumor Foundation is a non-profit organization founded in 1988 by dedicated parents, physicians and friends. Our mission is: to improve the treatment, quality of life and the long term outlook for children with brain and spinal cord tumors through research, support, education, and advocacy to families and survivors.
Our Impact
$50 sends 1 Care Kit to a newly diagnosed family in the United States
$50 sends 1 Care Kit to a newly diagnosed family in the United States
$100 supports 1 Teen Discussion Group in the United States
$100 supports 1 Teen Discussion Group in the United States
$500 sends 1 Teen to a six-day retreat in the United States
- Countries:
- United States
Impact Stories
May 16, 2017 — Family Event
CBTF is the nation's leader of family programs no matter where they are in the brain tumor journey. We have programs for every family member because we know a brain tumor diagnosis impacts the entire family forever.
June 27, 2022 — Heads Up Conference
CBTF holds the only six-day conference for teen and young adult brain tumor survivors. Each of the three sessions brings together over 60 patients and survivors to learn self-advocacy, have fun, and build lifelong friendships.
August 14, 2019 — New York City, NY
Teen and young adult brain tumor survivors often feel isolated and struggle to determine where they fit in. CBTF brings together survivors nationwide for cultural and adventure experiences where they build a strong support community.