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We're here to make life a little better. Your generosity means kids like Niko don't have to face cancer or serious blood disorders alone. Give Today Niko, 5 Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia better. How we help our families: Community & Connection Fighting 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 Through your generosity, we've been able to provide Assistance, Support, and Kindness to thousands of people in our community impacted by childhood cancer. People like parents Russ and Jenny, and their 11-year-old son, Gavin, who was diagnosed with Ewing Sarcoma. ​ Meet this amazing family as they share their story and see how your support provided the care and community they needed to make it through the impossible. See More 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 Nikola Jun 26 Meet ASK Kid Caelan Jun 13 Meet ASK Kid Adrienne May 29 See More Posts Connect with ASK Facebook Instagram YouTube Linkedin Flickr TikTok Twitter Stay Connected with ASK

OUR PEOPLE PEOPLE A community of care you can count on. ASK Staff Leadership Team Amy Godkin Executive Director agodkin@askccf.org ext. 102 Rachael Schrinel Director of Philanthropy rschrinel@askccf.org ext. 103 Tina Carter Director of Programs tcarter@askccf.org ext. 110 Barbara Snuggs Director of Finance & Administration b snuggs@askccf.org ext. 115 Program Team Alma Morgan Associa te Director of Education amorgan@askccf.org e xt. 117 Kimberly Stroud, MSW Family Support Manager kstroud@askccf.org ext. 106 Denice Grawe Prog ram Administrator dg rawe@askccf.org ext. 104 Michelle Jarnagin-Johnson Young Adult Support Coordinator mjohnson@askccf.org ext. 107 Kim Stroud Jessica Harris Program Events Coordinator jharris@askccf.org ext. 114 Katie Barber Child Life Specialist kbarber@askccf.org ext. 109 Children's Hospital of Richmond at VC U Rev. Rich Catlett, BCC Chaplain rcatlett@askccf.org ext. 108 Children's Hospital of Richmond at VC U Jon Longenecker Education Support Navigator jlongenecker@askccf.org ext. 113 Children's Hospital of Richmond at VC U Katie Barber Rich Catlett Amy Fender Education Support Navigator afender@askccf.org ext. 119 Carilion Children's Grant Pavlik Education Support Navigator gpavlik@askccf.org ext. 118 Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters Lisa Meares Education Support Navigator lmeares@askccf.org ext. 122 Inova Schar Cancer Institute Kristen Lahocki First STEP Preschool Teacher klahocki@askccf.org Tammy Long Fredericksburg Tutor tlong@askccf.org ext. 123 Development Team Hanna Gardner Associate Director of Marketing hgardner@askccf.org ext. 125 Kelsey Olszewski Associate Director of Development kolszewski@askc cf .org ext. 105 Matt Gordon Content Marketing Manager mgordon@askccf.org ext. 111 Sarah Kelly Development Operations Coordinator skelly@askccf.org ext. 116 Caitlin Glauser Special Events Coordinator cglauser@askccf.org ext. 129 Danielle Hottle Grant Writer dhottle@askccf.org ext. 128 Administration Dayana Bjorkman Office Manager dbjorkman@askccf.org ext. 101 Bailey Harlow Advocacy Coordinator bharlow@ask ccf.org ext. 127 ASK Board of Directors Robert Westermann President Hirschler Fleischer Meg Garner Vice President VPM Media Corp. Gina Honeycutt Secretary and Parliamentarian NBC-12 John Pfisterer Treasurer​ SuperNet, Inc. Leslie Armstrong VCU Medical Center ​ Scott Armstrong Past President Old Dominion Insulation Marc Che atham Office of U.S. Senator Tim Kaine ​ Tim Cosgrove Past Presi dent Colonial Suburu ​ Makisa George Berkshire Hathaway ​ Leslie Griles LGImpressions, In c. Kim Keno Capital One ​ ​Steve McCoy Past President Patient First ​ ​ Kesha Oates Anthem ​ ​ Tim Parent Mungo Homes ​ Connis Tennessee Community Volunteer ​ John Waters Biringer Builders Melissa White Northwestern Mutual Isaac Wright Financial Dynamics & Associates, Inc. Join the Team As we aim to grow our impact, we also need to grow our team. Click below to learn about our open positions! Learn More

PROGRAM EVENTS RICHMOND REGION EVENTS Richmond Region The following educational and social events are offered to ​families with patients, survivors and siblings enrolled with ASK in and around Richmond . ASK program events are always free to attend! Our Upcoming Events: Sign Up Family Pool Party Date: July 14 Time: 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM Place: Hallsley Club House 3900 Brightwalton Rd, Midlothian, VA 23112 Join us for a fun evening of swimming and enjoy a BBQ dinner! End the evening with a visit from Kona Ice! Sign Up Kids Art Class Date: July 27 Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Place: The Art Factory 4810 Market Square Lane, Midlothian, VA, USA ASK Kids and siblings ages 5-12 are invited to join us at the Art Factory for a painting class. Parents are welcome to hang out in the cafe area while kids paint. Sign Up Richmond Back to School Event Date: August 3 Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Place: The ASK Family Center 5211 West Broad Street, Richmond, VA, USA Come and meet members of our education and program team and get a backpack filled with supplies to start your school year off right. Sign Up Teen Cooking Class Date: August 9 Time: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM Place: Young Chefs Academy 2230 John Rolfe Parkway, Ridge, VA, USA Join us for a cooking class just for our Middle and High School kids. We will cook dinner and dessert! Sign Up Kindermusic Class Date: August 11 Time: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Place: Melody Magic Music Studio 3041 Lauderdale Drive, Henrico, VA, USA Join us at Melody Magic Music Studio for a Kindermusic Class! This event is for kids aged 1-5 and space is limited. Sign Up SAT Prep Date: August 12 - 16 Time: TBD Place: Virtual ​ Rising Juniors and Seniors have the opportunity to join us for a private class hosted by the Richmond Academic Institute to prepare for the SAT. The class is virtual but please register by August 1st to receive your hard copy of the workbook. Sign Up ASK Night at the Diamond Date: September 7 Time: Picnic starts at 4:30 PM, Game starts at 6:05 PM Place: The Diamond 3001 N Arthur Ashe Blvd, Richmond, VA, USA Join us for dinner and a baseball game. ASK Kids will be honored throughout the game included a special lap around the bases! Families can choose to attend the game only. Back to Events Overview COVID-19 Policy: ASK social events and programs are now open to families with a child currently in active treatment. To keep our immunocompromised populations as safe as possible, indoor mask requirements will be decided based upon the CDC Covid-19 Community Level for the locality in which the event will take place, and will be disclosed prior to each event. For the full policy, click here.

PROGRAM EVENTS FREDERICKSBURG REGION EVENTS Fredericksburg Region The following educational and social events are offered to ​families with patients, survivors and siblings enrolled with ASK in and around Fredericksburg . ASK program events are always free to attend! Our Upcoming Events: Sign Up Fredericksburg Back To School Event Date: July 20 Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Place: Fredericksburg United Methodist Church 308 Hanover St, Fredericksburg, VA 22401 Come and meet our education team and get a backpack filled with supplies to start your year off right! Sign Up SAT Prep Date: August 12 - 16 Time: TBD Place: Virtual ​ Rising Juniors and Seniors have the opportunity to join us for a private class hosted by the Richmond Academic Institute to prepare for the SAT. The class is virtual but please register by August 1st to receive your hard copy of the workbook. Sign Up ASK Kids in the Kitchen Date: August 23 Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Place: HOPE Church 11121 Leavells Road, Fredericksburg, VA, USA All Fredericksburg Kids who are 6 and older and invited to join us for a fun cooking class! Sign Up Fredericksburg Family Picnic Date: September 21 Time: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM Place: Wilderness Presidential Resort 9220 Plank Road, Spotsylvania Courthouse, VA, USA Mini Golf, Adventure Course, Outdoor Games and time with you ASK Friends - What more could you want?? Join us for all of this + a BBQ Lunch. Can't wait to see you there! Back to Events Overview COVID-19 Policy: ASK social events and programs are now open to families with a child currently in active treatment. To keep our immunocompromised populations as safe as possible, indoor mask requirements will be decided based upon the CDC Covid-19 Community Level for the locality in which the event will take place, and will be disclosed prior to each event. For the full policy, click here.

OUR HISTORY HISTORY ASK began in the mid-1970s with a group of parents whose kids were in treatment for cancer. Through months of sitting together in the hospital waiting room, they got to know each other’s stories. For the first time since diagnosis, they felt like someone understood what they were going through. They recognized the need for support and wanted others to feel supported, too. ​ These parents, with members of the pediatric hematology/oncology team at MCV Hospital (now the Children's Hospital of Richmond at VCU), decided to do something to help. Pooling ideas and resources, this group of dedicated volunteers worked tirelessly to lessen the burden of childhood cancer for local families by providing social, emotional, spiritual and financial support. ​ We still believe in this holistic approach to making life better for families of children battling cancer. Today, we also help childhood cancer survivors, siblings, and parents successfully navigate new realities. Let's create new memories together! We have so much to look forward to here at ASK, and we know our community will shine even brighter with you in it. Get Involved

VIDEO LIBRARY LIBRARY Browse our video library for answers to your most common questions (and questions you didn't know you had!) as you navigate your childhood cancer journey – from the moment of diagnosis, through treatment, and into survivorship. ASK a Nurse Family Support Community Support Survivorship Support Educational Support ASK a Nurse Have a question about the treatment process? Our nurses in the ASK Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Clinic at the Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU have an answer. Emla Cream and Port Access How do I apply emla cream to my child’s port before it is accessed? Neutropenia What is “neutropenia” and what does it mean for my child? Blood Counts What do my child's blood counts mean, and why are they like that? Making Appointments How do I make a follow-up appointment at clinic? High Temperature What do I do if my child has a fever? Provider On Call What do I do if I need to reach a doctor or nurse when the clinic is closed? Procedure Days What do I do if I need to reach a doctor or nurse when the clinic is closed? Chemotherapy Days What can I expect when my child has an appointment for chemotherapy at clinic? Blood Count Days What can I expect when my child has an appointment for blood counts? Family Support Hear from the ASK psychosocial team and learn how to best support your entire family as your child goes through treatment, as well as how ASK is here to support you. Intro to ASK Family Support Programs Kim, ASK’s Family Support Manager, is often the first person you will hear from after your child’s diagnosis. She helps our families with gift cards and other support services to lighten the load. Parenting a Child in Treatment: An Overview Learn about the mental health support ASK offers to all our parents and families as their child goes through treatment. How Parents Cope It is important for parents of children in treatment to seek healthy coping mechanisms. Coping does not look the same for everyone and can change over time. Parenting Your Preschooler or Elementary School Age Child in Treatment Effectively parenting a child with a chronic or life-threatening illness will look differently depending on the age of the child. Parenting Your Teen in Treatment Parenting a teen, who is defining their identity and becoming more independent, comes with different challenges when diagnosed with a life-threatening illness. Parenting the Sibling of a Child in Treatment Make sure to set aside time for the siblings in your family and include them in the routine of taking care of their ill sibling. Social & Emotional Issues During Treatment A childhood cancer diagnosis brings up many uncomfortable emotions in your child and family. It can disrupt social structures like school and friendships. These are all normal responses to an abnormal childhood experience. Relapse If your child's cancer returns, your child and family can experience strong emotions as a result. Grief & Bereavement Support Grief is unique to each family and family member. You may feel angry and alone. Our chaplain can be with you as you grieve. Community Support Just as there is strength in numbers, there’s strength in finding your sense of community as you navigate the changes and emotions that come with childhood cancer treatment. Communicating Your Child's Diagnosis It is helpful to have a plan for what information you will be sharing with friends and family and how you will be sharing it. Learn about options available, including online forums. Handling the “What Ifs” of Childhood Cancer It is easy to feel overwhelmed by all the “what ifs,” but it is important to remember the people and resources that can help you stay in the present moment. Grief, Anger, Guilt and Exhaustion When a life-changing crisis like childhood cancer strikes, grief, anger, and guilt are all natural – but often lead to exhaustion. There are resources to help you through. Finding Your Way Over the Course of Childhood Cancer Treatment Your family’s lifestyle and outside activities will ebb and flow as your child goes through treatment. Each phase comes with certain guidelines and accommodations. Relaxing Again After Cancer Treatments End Finding your way post-treatment when you no longer need to be in a state of constant vigilance takes time and self-care. It should not be a cause of anxiety itself. Survivorship Support Transitioning into survivorship after cancer treatment comes with its own set of emotional, cognitive, and physical challenges. We are here to help you understand and overcome them. Transitioning to Survivorship While it can be difficult to leave behind the team of doctors and nurses who treated your child, there are important reasons to transition your child's care to the survivorship team. Late Effects of Pediatric Cancer Treatment The health care team at the survivorship clinic can identify and address physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and vocational late side effects from pediatric cancer treatment. The Importance of Long-Term Survivorship Care and Support As pediatric cancer treatment improves and more children are surviving into adulthood, it is important to stay connected to a multi-disciplinary health care team who can follow their health. Psychological Care for Survivors Mental health support services are an important part of survivorship care to navigate the challenges of post-treatment life. Social & Emotional Issues in Survivorship Social and emotional challenges are common for pediatric cancer survivors and their families. The survivorship clinic team can help and offer additional resources. What’s a “Normal Life” After Childhood Cancer Treatment? Families may have to redefine their goals and accept changes after pediatric cancer treatment has ended. Educational Support Learn about the long-lasting effects of cancer treatment on your child’s ability to learn, and what ASK can do to make their education and the steps after high school a little easier. Recognizing Cognitive Late Effects in Education It may be difficult to assess if cognitive late effects are affecting a child's ability to learn, but assessments and recommendations by an educational consultant, along with the ASK Education Toolkit , can help. Educational & Vocational Issues in Survivorship Attending survivorship clinic appointments allows staff to address emerging educational and vocational issues, as well as alert you to upcoming social opportunities.

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CONFERENCES Educating Childhood Cancer Patients & Survivors Conference February 23, 2024 | Live Broadcast 9:00am - 4:15pm EST About the Conference Our annual Educator Conference helps schools know how to make life better for students affected by childhood cancer. Administrators, teachers, nurses and counselors are invited to attend and earn free CEU & CNE credits. 2/3 More than two-thirds of childhood cancer survivors experience late effects from treatment. These can include physical, emotional, cognitive, and/or social effects which can impact learning. We give concrete examples from a panel of experts across disciplines so that educators feel better equipped to support cancer survivors and their siblings as they navigate school both during and after cancer treatment. 1 Conference Info Flyer Share this info flyer with your colleagues who may be interested in attending this year's conference with you. The more, the merrier! Download Presentation Topics Overview of Childhood Cancer Learn how frequently childhood cancer occurs and how it differs from adult cancers. Learn the most common types of childhood cancer, treatment protocols, survival rates, and what survivorship looks like. Session Length: 45 Minutes ​ Late Effects of Treatment While survival rates have increased significantly for almost all types of childhood cancer, treatments often cause long-term side effects known as ‘late effects’ of treatment. These late effects can be cognitive, physical, or social-emotional, and all affect a survivor’s academic experience. Learn how educational plans like 504 and IEP can help support these students’ unique needs: Physical Late Effects (30 minutes) Cognitive Late Effects (30 minutes) Social Emotional Late Effects (30 minutes) Educational Plans (30 minutes) Session Length: 2 hours ​ ​ Early Childhood Intervention & The Importance of Play Childhood cancer treatment of young children often disrupts opportunities for socialization and play for both the patient and siblings. The effects of this are seen in the early elementary classroom experience. Learn how to support these early learners, and the important role of play for these children inside and outside of the classroom. Session Length: 45 Mi nutes​ Young Adult Success Panel A diverse panel of childhood cancer survivors who are now young adults will share their experiences transitioning back to school after treatment, challenges they faced, and what helped them the most. Session Length: 45 Mi nutes​ ​ Active Treatment Case Studies A strong school-based team plays a critical role in helping childhood cancer patients and survivors succeed socially and academically in the school setting. We will walk through a real-life case study and address the role of school nurse, social worker, counselor, and administrator. This is an opportunity to apply what you’ve learned throughout the day and share your ideas. Session Length: 45 Mi nutes​ Speaker Panel Speaker Panel Violet Borowicz, MD Pediatric Hematologist/ Oncology Specialist , Carilion Children's Read More > Amanda Thompson, PhD Chief, Pediatric Psychology & Director of Pediatric Programs, INOVA Schar Cancer Institute Read More > Mandy Tribe Educational Consultant, Children's Hospital of the King's Daughters Read More > Evelyn Joran-Thiel Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, UVA Health Children's Hospital Read More > Joe Bauer Child Life Specialist, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center Read More > "Excellent, well-organized, useful information I will implement at my school. Thank you!" - Conference Attendee In partnership with

AT ASK CAREERS 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 parties and regular get-togethers *Only available for full-time staff at this time. Open Positions We're Hiring! Learn more about our open positions and apply below. Marketing Content Coordinator Bilingual Pediatric Cancer Education Support Navigator Part-Time HR Specialist Pediatric Cancer Education Support Navigator Marketing Content Coordinator ASK is looking to hire a full-time Marketing Content Coordinator to assist with our marketing and communications efforts. This person will work closely with and report to the Associate Director of Marketing to support the production of ASK’s external-facing digital and print communications. One of the most crucial tasks for this person will be overseeing and managing ASK’s social media presence and platforms. Managing ASK’s social media presence entails the creation of design assets such as branded icons and content for ASK’s social channels (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, etc.), as well as brainstorming new and creative ways to engage with and grow ASK’s social media audiences. Additionally, this position will support the Program Department in creating digital and print materials as needed. This position is a great opportunity to experience the various aspects of marketing and design while working for an established community-based nonprofit organization with a positive and impactful mission. ​ Roles and Responsibilities: The Marketing Content Coordinator's responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following activities in four core areas (with estimates of time devoted to each). ​ Graphic Design and Content Creation: (60%) Manage social media presence by creating, curating, and posting content on ASK’s social media channels (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.). Ensure all copy abides by ASK's voice, style, and tone. Provide editing and graphic design support on print and electronic communications for program projects and events, including graphics for postcards, flyers, signage, invitations, brochures, etc. Provide social media support for the programs team and oversee the posting and scheduling of their posts. Monitor and respond to comments, messages, and interactions on social media platforms. Foster a positive and interactive online community by engaging with followers and addressing their questions, concerns, and feedback. ​ ​ Strategy Development: (20%) Collaborating with the marketing team, create and execute a comprehensive social media strategy aligned with the brand's goals and target audience. Develop content calendars, posting schedules, and campaigns to ensure consistent and engaging content. Data Analytics and Social Optimization: (15%) Ongoing social listening and monitoring of ASK’s social media channels to keep tabs on our audience and their engagement with us, any local community fundraisers, trending topics relevant to childhood cancer, etc. Regularly analyze social media performance using metrics like engagement, reach, clicks, and conversions. Generate reports summarizing the effectiveness of campaigns and strategies and use insights to refine future efforts. Conduct thorough research to understand the target audience's preferences, behaviors, and trends. Utilize audience insights to tailor content and messaging to resonate with the intended demographic. ​ Content Optimization: (5%) Implement SEO principles and best practices to optimize social media profiles and posts for search visibility. Utilize relevant keywords, hashtags, and descriptions to increase discoverability. Testing and finding the best times and days for certain social media posts and platforms. To be successful in this role, our Content Coordinator will: Stay informed about the evolving social media landscape, algorithm changes, and emerging platforms. Attend webinars, workshops, and conferences to enhance skills and knowledge. Stay current with social media trends, viral content, and industry news. Incorporate relevant trends into a content strategy to maintain relevancy and capture audience interest. Conduct A/B tests on different content types, posting times, and strategies to optimize engagement and conversion rates. Use data-driven insights to refine future campaigns. ​ Education, Skills, & Experience: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent professional experience. 1 to 3 years of experience in communications, marketing, public relations, advocacy, and/or fundraising. Graphic design experience required with Adobe Creative Suite and Canva. Proven experience in content development, including but not limited to graphics, writing, and editing skills for social media, web, and print communications. Firm understanding of ASK’s primary social platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube + TikTok) and 3-5 examples of digital content you’ve created in previous roles. Prior experience working in Canva and Adobe Design Products Proficient in Microsoft Office PowerPoint and Excel, along with Google Drive Out-of-the-box creativity, good organizational skills, strong attention to detail, eager to learn new skills and bring new ideas to the table Ability to work well independently and collaboratively with a team Enthusiastic support of ASK’s mission Prior experience with basic photo editing – video editing is a plus Prior experience designing print materials Excellent writing and copy-editing skills Previous experience in content marketing and/or graphic design ​ Hours: This is a 40-hour-per-week, in-person position. The estimated start date is mid-August. Depending on needs, hours may also include some evenings and weekend events. Location: ASK Family Center at 5211 W. Broad St., Suite 100, Richmond, VA 23230 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 competitive salary, a simple IRA with match, holidays, and PTO, a pleasant, energetic work environment, and an engaging, purposeful workplace culture. The salary range for this position starts at $50,000. To apply, please send a cover letter, resume, and 3-5 examples of digital content you’ve created in previous roles to Hanna Gardner, Associate Director of Marketing, at jobs@askccf.org with the subject line “Marketing Content Coordinator” by July 26, 2024. ​ About ASK Childhood Cancer Foundation: Founded in 1975, ASK Childhood Cancer Foundation (askccf.org.) is Virginia’s most comprehensive support services provider for children with cancer and serious blood disorders and their families. Our mission is to make life better by providing emotional, social, financial, and educational support. Apply Bilingual Pediatric Cancer Education Support Navigator ASK Childhood Cancer Foundation seeks a full-time Bilingual Pediatric Cancer Education Support Navigator for the Northern Virginia region. This position will assess the educational and developmental needs of children receiving treatment at the Inova Schar Cancer Institute and assist Spanish-speaking families in accessing appropriate accommodations and services in school or community agencies. ​ Responsibilities: Serve as a resource for and liaison between the family, school division, and medical team. Obtain necessary medical and educational releases and maintain documentation of all information exchanges from parents/guardians, schools, and medical institutions. Review student educational records to assess current levels of academic functioning and evaluate the need for further observations or assessments. Review & assess students' developmental and educational strengths, weaknesses, and challenges. Request assessments as needed. Communicate results of educational assessments to parents/guardians and appropriate medical personnel. Consult with parents in the clinic setting to address educational concerns, offering guidance on appropriate next steps, available resources, and educational regulations and policies. Accompany parent to school meetings to address the late effects of treatment and the accommodations needed in the school setting. Discuss with the school-based team the possibility of a 504 plan or IEP to address accommodations needed. Discuss with parents and the school-based team to determine if ESL services are needed or are being provided in the school setting. Participate as an ASK education support navigator team member by attending educational training and staff retreats. Support ASK initiatives to provide family & financial support, community & connection, and educational programs to childhood cancer families within the treatment center and the community. Assist in translation, interpretation, and general administrative duties to ensure clear and accurate communication across languages and cultures. Frequent travel within the Northern Virginia region to attend school meetings and occasional travel throughout Virginia to attend training programs and staff retreats. ​ Education, Skills, & Experience: Preferred Master of Education degree with an emphasis in special education or equivalent work experience. Minimum of five years teaching experience. Ability to build relationships across a diverse population. Ability to work independently while functioning within a team. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Fluent in English and Spanish. ​ This is a 40-hour/week, in-person position. The salary range for this position starts at $94,000. Occasional evening and weekend work is required. ​ 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 competitive salary, health insurance, a simple IRA with match, life insurance, long-term and short-term disability, holidays, and PTO, a pleasant, energetic work environment, and an engaging, purposeful workplace culture. This is a grant-funded position. To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to Alma Morgan, Associate Director of Programs, at jobs@askccf.org with the subject line “Bilingual Navigator Position” by July 26, 2024. ​ About ASK Childhood Cancer Foundation: Founded in 1975, ASK Childhood Cancer Foundation (askccf.org.) is Virginia’s most comprehensive support services provider for children with cancer and serious blood disorders and their families. Our mission is to make life better by providing emotional, social, financial, and educational support. Apply Part-Time HR Specialist ASK Childhood Cancer Foundation is Virginia’s most comprehensive services provider for children with cancer. We make life better for children with cancer by providing financial, educational, social, and emotional support. This HR Specialist position is critical in supporting the ASK organization through its people processes, problems, strategies, and talent management systems. In addition to supporting the ASK leadership team, this HR Specialist will have the opportunity to impact ASK staff, enabling them to serve our children and families in need more easily and consistently. They will work directly with the organization as they navigate the team and staff performance and talent challenges while working closely with the leadership team to learn and provide valuable insight and guidance on where we might create efficiencies and achieve a better, more consistent experience as we serve our families. ​ Roles and Responsibilities: Ability to coach/advise employees and management through sensitive HR issues to resolve conflict and seek workable solutions; conduct individual and/or group facilitation to foster effective communication and healthy workplace relationships among employees and management; Investigate work-related or compliance issues and prepare summary reports, conclusions, and recommendations. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, management, and various agencies at all levels of the organization; use reason and de-escalation skills to manage difficult or emotional situations; present facts and recommendations verbally and in writing; plan, design, implement, and conduct training for a diverse group of management and employees; maintain strict confidentiality. Deliver operational excellence of HR programs and core processes (i.e., Associate Satisfaction, Performance Management, Staffing, Leadership Development and Change Management) Directly support the organization in key decisions and help support and develop people management skills. (e.g., managing, coaching, and developing staff; setting objectives; performance reviews; talent development and experiential learning). Assist with the recruiting and onboarding of new staff members. Collaborate with the leadership team on designing key HR programs: provide feedback, input, and change management considerations to ensure that end products are relevant, applicable, and achieve desired end results. Participate in business initiatives/projects, lending expertise on people-related matters. Occasional Travel /Flexible Part-Time Schedule of 20-24 hours per week ​ Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or military experience At least 2 years of client-facing experience or consulting experience or a combination of both At least 2 years of experience in Human Resources ​ 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 competitive salary, a simple IRA with match, holidays, and PTO, a pleasant, energetic work environment, and an engaging, purposeful workplace culture. The hourly rate for this position starts at $30 and is based on experience. To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to Amy Godkin, Executive Director, at jobs@askccf.org with the subject line “HR Specialist Position” by July 26, 2024. ​ About ASK Childhood Cancer Foundation: Founded in 1975, ASK Childhood Cancer Foundation (askccf.org.) is Virginia’s most comprehensive support services provider for children with cancer and serious blood disorders and their families. Our mission is to make life better by providing emotional, social, financial, and educational support. Apply Pediatric Cancer Education Support Navigator ASK Childhood Cancer Foundation seeks a full-time Pediatric Cancer Education Support Navigator for the Charlottesville region. This position will assess the educational and developmental needs of children receiving treatment at UVA Children’s Hospital and assist families in accessing appropriate accommodations and services in school or community agencies. ​ Responsibilities: Serve as a resource for and liaison between the family, school division, and medical team. Obtain necessary medical and educational releases and maintain documentation of all information exchanges from parents/guardians, schools, and medical institutions. Review student educational records to assess current levels of academic functioning and evaluate the need for further observations or assessments. Review & assess students' developmental and educational strengths, weaknesses, and challenges. Request assessments as needed. Communicate results of educational assessments to parents/guardians and appropriate medical personnel. Consult with parents in the clinic setting to address educational concerns, offering guidance on appropriate next steps, available resources, and educational regulations and policies. Accompany parent to school meetings to address the late effects of treatment and the accommodations needed in the school setting. Discuss with the school-based team the possibility of a 504 plan or IEP to address accommodations needed. Discuss with parents and the school-based team to determine if ESL services are needed or are being provided in the school setting. Participate as an ASK education support navigator team member by attending educational training and staff retreats. Support ASK initiatives to provide family & financial support, community & connection, and educational programs to childhood cancer families within the treatment center and the community. Frequent travel within the Charlottesville region to attend school meetings and occasional travel throughout Virginia to attend training programs and staff retreats. ​ Education, Skills, & Experience: Preferred Master of Education degree with an emphasis in special education or equivalent work experience. Minimum of five years teaching experience. Ability to build relationships across a diverse population. Ability to work independently while functioning within a team. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Fluent in English. ​ This is a 40-hour/week, in-person position. The salary range for this position starts at $78,000. Occasional evening and weekend work is required. 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 competitive salary, health insurance, a simple IRA with match, life insurance, long-term and short-term disability, holidays, and PTO, a pleasant, energetic work environment, and an engaging, purposeful workplace culture. This is a grant-funded position. To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to Alma Morgan, Associate Director of Programs, at jobs@askccf.org with the subject line “Charlottesville Navigator Position” by August 9, 2024. ​ About ASK Childhood Cancer Foundation: Founded in 1975, ASK Childhood Cancer Foundation (askccf.org.) is Virginia’s most comprehensive support services provider for children with cancer and serious blood disorders and their families. Our mission is to make life better by providing emotional, social, financial, and educational support. Apply

We are here to help make these difficult days a little easier. FOR FAMILIES From day one, our kids and families have access to all-around support from ASK, wherever they need it. From the moment of diagnosis, through treatment and beyond – we are here to provide a helping hand along the way. New to ASK? Fill out our Enrollment Form to officially join the ASK community! Enrollment Form Forma de Inscripción Family Support Care for the whole family: emotionally, spiritually, and financially. Learn More Educational Support Assistance from preschool through high school and into adulthood. Learn More Community & Connection Come together with people who understand what you're going through. Learn More WAYS TO GIVE All the ways you can give Assistance, Support and Kindness to an ASK family in need. Find A Way

YOUNG ADULT SUPPORT SUPPORT Childhood cancer can affect you for a lifetime: physically, emotionally, cognitively, and financially, to name a few. But your diagnosis and late effects from treatment do not define you, or your future. ASK is here to provide young adult cancer survivors (known as YACS) with the resources, guidance and community they need to thrive as they enter adulthood. New to ASK? If you are not already enrolled with ASK, please fill out the Enrollment Form to join our community! Enrollment Form Life Skills Development Get ready for life! We connect young adults with support services and community resources like driving schools and wellness organizations to learn how to drive and how to stay physically active and healthy as you get older. College Readiness ASK helps college-bound young adults prepare for school with a free SAT prep bootcamp, arranging college tours, assisting with applications, and offering tuition assistance. We help ensure accommodations are in place, send care packages and touch base r egularly to make students have everything they need. Job/Career Training Ready to enter the work force? ASK helps to connect young adults with technical programs, vocational schools and workshops to grow job readiness skills. We also assist with resume writing, job searching for both full time and part time positions that will best meet your interests and skills. Social Events ASK invites our YACS to regularly scheduled social events like private art classes, casino nights and offsite retreats to build friendships in a judgement-free zone with other young adult cancer survivors who are walking on the same journey. Join us! Upcoming Events Michelle Jarnagin-Johnson, M.S. Young Adult Support Coordinator Get In Touch Meet Michelle Michelle Jarnagin-Johnson, ASK's Young Adult Support Coordinator, has worked in the education system for decades. Throughout her career, Michelle has worked in many different education-related roles, from public school systems to the VCU Health System, focused on supporting and advocating for children with learning challenges to ensure their success. In 2019, Michelle joined the ASK team to bring her expertise to our young adult support program (previously called "The Launch Project") and has since worked with countless older teens and young adults to help them feel confident and prepared as they enter the next exciting phases of their lives. No matter where you are in your journey and what your goals are, Michelle is here to help with whatever you might need to achieve them! Common Questions How young/old do I have to be to receive Young Adult Support from ASK and participate? ASK kids who are registered in our system will automatically be eligible for young adult support once they turn 18. There is NO upper age limit for participation. This community will be here for you for the rest of your life! ? about ASK's Young Adult Support More Education Resources Education Toolkit Video Library Conferences Webinar Series

ASK KOURAGEOUS KIDS KIDS A cornerstone of ASK since 2001, the Kourageous Kids campaign was created in honor of September’s Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. This special, month-long tribute started as a traveling exhibit, to share inspiring quotes and beautiful portraits of courageous childhood cancer patients and survivors in our community. Now, more than two decades later, we're proud to say we’ve continued this important legacy with our ASK kids and families every year since! Each year, we invite parents to share their child’s unique story and personality through professionally captured portraits, along with an in-depth interview to talk about their diagnosis and treatment journey. The portraits are unveiled at our annual Kourageous Kids Party, where all of the Kourageous Kids and their families from that year come together to connect, have fun and celebrate the strength and resilience of our childhood cancer community! Kourageous Kids portraits are also displayed around town to help spread awareness during September’s Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and Sickle Cell Awareness Month. Photos and stories are then shared digitally throughout the year. It's our great honor to share these important stories, and the incredible strength of our ASK families, with the world. With their help, we can advocate for more support for patients and survivors just like them all across Virginia! Meet Our Kourageous Kids Meet ASK Kid Nikola Nikola’s family stays positive, even on the toughest days of treatment. “To anyone out there, we want you to know that we are stronger... Meet ASK Kid Caelan ASK mom Jeongeun is no stranger to cancer. She’s a cancer survivor herself, so when her three-year-old son, Caelan, stopped running and... Meet ASK Kid Adrienne Right away, you wouldn’t know that Adrienne struggles with chronic pain and has spent countless nights in the hospital fighting complication Meet Our Families More Stories