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We were built on bake sales but there are so many fun ways to help make a difference in the fight against pediatric cancer. That's why we call it a FUNraiser! Here are just SOME ways supporters have gotten creative to help fund childhood cancer research. Read more

If a traumatic experience occurred in your life would you run away or would you face it and continue to fight for others? I chose to face it. Read more

Our co-founder Gretchen Witt shares a letter to her son Liam on his birthday. "Hi Buddy, Happy Birthday. Today is the day you made me a mommy..." Read more

Volunteering isn't about checking a box on a college application (although it can definitely help with that too!). We checked in with 10th grader Sophia Lehmann who has been involved with Cookies for Kids' Cancer since she was four years old! Read more

Looking for podcasts that combine empowering stories with the power to make a difference? Look no further than these suggestions, many featuring our co-founder, Gretchen Witt! While you’re brainstorming ways to bake a difference, listen to these podcasts to find out more about our mission to help fund pediatric cancer research and why it's so important to spread the good word about our vision, that 'No family is ever told, we have run out of options. Read more

We tapped three of our top women fundraisers for their best bake sale tips and strategies. Read more

In March 2011, 2 1/2 year old Haldora was diagnosed with T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Given only a 70% chance of surviving the next 5 years, she endured countless treatments and procedures - she was quite a fighter. Through it all her top supporter and twin brother, Hunt, was by her side, making her laugh and encouraging her to play and have fun. He wasn’t going to let cancer take away his sister. We checked in with Hunt to find out how he's making a difference in the world of pediatric cancer and so much more. Read more

The Cookie That Started It All ... Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies - Chocolate Chip Cookies are universal favorites at bake sales, but this recipe was developed specifically for Cookies for Kids' Cancer's first bake sale--the 96,000 cookie one. Read more

Girls’ trip! If you’re like me, you’ll look for any excuse to plan a getaway with a good friend. So when my BFF and I set out to finally fulfill a lifelong desire to see epic Niagara Falls we knew we had to add a twist. Spoiler alert, we got to see the majestic falls but the best memories we brought back were of the welcoming smiles we were greeted with along the way.

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We want your chocolate chip cookies to be all they can be and more. Our Chef in Residence Melanie Underwood and Pastry Pro Scott Cioe dished up tips on how to make cookies softer or chewier, experimenting with mix-ins and more. Hint: Don't even THINK of skimping on chips! Read more