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Nurturing childhood cancer families in Fredericksburg, Virginia with engaging events! Our educational and social events are offered to ​families with patients, survivors, and siblings enrolled with ASK, and are always free to attend. 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 ASK Kids Day at Braehead Farm Date: April 5 Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Place: Braehead Farm 1130 Tyler St, Fredericksburg, VA 22401, USA Fredericksburg area ASK kids and siblings 5-12 are invited to join us for a morning of fun on the farm! Saturday, April 5 from 10:00 AM-12:00 PM we will be hanging in the hay barn, sliding through the playground tunnels, feeding farm animals, and having a good 'ol time. Hope you can join us. You are welcome to bring a picnic lunch and stay after the event--your farm admission lasts all day! Sign Up Fredericksburg Teen Game Night Date: May 8 Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Place: Fredericksburg United Methodist Church Fredericksburg United Methodist Church, Hanover Street, Fredericksburg, VA, USA Fredericksburg area ASK teens and their siblings (13+) are invited to join us for an evening of game night fun on Thursday, May 8 from 6:00-8:00 PM at FUMC (308 Hanover St., Fredericksburg 22401). We'll kick off the night with some delicious Chick-Fil-A , and then it's time to laugh, compete, and have some fun! Feel free to bring your favorite game or your lucky deck of cards, too! Sign Up ASK Family Night with the FRED Nats Date: June 6 Time: 7:05 PM - 10:00 PM Place: Virginia Credit Union Stadium 42 Jackie Robinson Way, Fredericksburg, VA 22401, USA Fredericksburg area ASK families are invited to join us for a night at the ballpark with the FRED Nats Friday, June 6 @ Virginia Credit Union Stadium from 6:05 until the fireworks end :). Each family will receive a digital parking pass, game tickets, and one food voucher per person. Hope 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.

Nurturing childhood cancer families in Richmond, Virginia with engaging events! Our educational and social events are offered to ​families with patients, survivors, and siblings enrolled with ASK, and are always free to attend. 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 Parent's Night Out Date: April 11 Time: 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM Place: ASK Family Center 5211 West Broad Street, Richmond, VA, USA Level up your Friday night! All ASK kids and siblings are invited to an epic gaming adventure with the Game Truck! Get ready to roll with tons of awesome games, connect with friends, and conquer new high scores. But the BEST part? Parents, this means a night out for YOU! Think dinner, movies, maybe even a little peace and quiet. So, kids, get ready to game on! Parents, get ready for some "me time"! It's a win-win! Don't miss out - sign up now! Sign Up ASK Day at the Zoo Date: April 12 Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Place: Richmond Metro Zoo Metro Richmond Zoo, Beaver Bridge Road, Moseley, VA, USA Families are invited for a day of fun which includes free admission, free admission on all rides and a coupon to use towards food or treats for the animals. Sign Up Middle School/ High School Spring Retreat Date: April 26 - April 27 Time: 10:00 AM - 10:00 AM Place: Camp Hanover 3163 Parsleys Mill Rd, Mechanicsville, VA, USA We invite our Middle & High School-age cancer survivors to join us for an overnight of spring-themed fun, games, and friends! Sign Up Noche de bolos para padres Date: April 25 Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Place: River City Roll River City Roll, Myers Street, Richmond, VA, USA Invitamos a nuestros padres de ASK para que vengan a disfrutar de una tarde de juego de bolos, comida y bebidas. Sign Up Celebración Día de la Madre Date: May 30 Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Place: ASK Family Center 5211 W. Broad St Suite 100 Richmond, VA 23230 Madres Latinas de ASK, Este Día de la Madre queremos celebrar tu amor, dedicación y alegría con una noche especial llena de arte, risas y buena comida. Te invitamos a disfrutar de una noche única: 🎨 Clase de pintura para crear juntos una obra de arte 🍽 Deliciosa comida para compartir con otras mamitas 😊 Sonrisas, juegos y momentos de felicidad para hacer de esta noche algo inolvidable Sign Up ASK Summer Camp - Richmond Date: See Description for Details Time: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Place: ASK Family Center 5211 W. Broad St Suite 100 Richmond, VA 23230 ASK kids and their siblings are invited to join us for a fun week filled with activities, field trips, games, snacks, making friends and more! Each day, campers will enjoy various in-house field trips and one day during the week, campers will embark on an off-site field trip. Breakfast, lunch and snacks are included and pick up and drop off will be at the ASK Family Center! Camp is offered for 4 weeks: June 16-20, June 23-27, July 14-18, July 28 - Aug 1 Parents, please fill out a separate registration form for each child planning to attend. Sign Up Family Pool Party Date: July 27 Time: 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM Place: Hallsley Clubhouse 3900 Brightwalton Rd, Midlothian, VA 23112 ASK will provided catered dinner (we typically do BBQ). Games and playground are additional entertainment, along with the pool! 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.

ASK Childhood Cancer Foundation is a Virginia-based nonprofit dedicated to making life better for children with cancer and their families through financial assistance, educational support, and opportunities for community and connection. We're here to make life a little better. Your generosity means kids like Ethan don't have to face cancer or serious blood disorders alone. better. Give Today Ethan 15, Osteosarcoma 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 Lending a Helping Hand for 50 years! Since 1975, ASK has been dedicated to providing A-assistance, S-support, and K-kindness to children with cancer and their families during treatment and beyond. From the earliest days of lending a helping hand to families facing pediatric cancer in Richmond, Virginia, ASK has grown to provide support and assistance to children with cancer across the state. This support is delivered through our three areas of focus: educational support, family support, and community and connection, and your support remains the secret sauce to our mission's success. You've helped us fund essential support positions, provide vital financial assistance, and create a network of support that extends far beyond medical care for hundreds of ASK families! However, the work is far from over! Together, we will continue to provide support to our communities and help ensure no child or family faces cancer alone. See Our 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 Isiah 2 hours ago Meet ASK Kid Declan Feb 28 Meet ASK Kid Ethan Feb 28 See More Posts Stay Connected with ASK Sign up for updates on all things ASK! You'll hear from us regularly with opportunities for you to give , volunteer , or advocate for children with cancer. You'll also receive monthly stories to meet the inspiring children and families your generosity is helping to support. Sign Up for Updates Follow us on social media: Facebook Instagram YouTube Linkedin TikTok Twitter

Explore the best ways to give at ASK Childhood Cancer Foundation. Donate funds, snacks, toys, gift cards, and more to make a difference for children and families. WAYS TO GIVE GIVE When you give to ASK, it provides educational support, family and financial support, and program events that offer community and connection. This amazing support means our families have the resources they need to make it through the most challenging days – but there’s more we can do, which is why we need you! Donate Snacks & Drinks Snacks and drinks offer comfort to patients, parents and siblings who often spend long hours at clinic during appointments or at our program events. Shop Snacks Make A Gift Today Donate to provide an ASK family with emotional, financial and educational support as they navigate the twists and turns of their childhood cancer journey. Make a Donation Donate Toys & Treasures Treasure box toys, games and crafts provide a much-needed distraction and pick-me-up after difficult and stressful procedures during treatment. Shop Toys Donate Gift Cards From gasoline to groceries, gift cards help our families stay on top of their mounting everyday expenses. Get in touch with us to see what’s needed most. Contact Us Ways to Donate Join The 1975 Society & Leave A Lasting Legacy As you consider your own legacy, we invite you to think about how you can make a lasting difference in the lives of children with cancer and their families. Since 1975, ASK has been providing comprehensive support to families across Virginia, including financial assistance for everyday expenses, educational support for patients returning to school, and so much more. By including ASK in your plans, you can continue making life better for children with cancer for generations to come. Learn more below about the ways you can make life better for our families in this generation and beyond! Learn More Begin Your Legacy With Us We partner with FreeWill, an online tool that guides you through the process of creating a legally valid will or trust. It’s easy to use, accessible online and can be completed in just a few minutes. Click the link below to document your wishes before finalizing your plans with an attorney. Start My Will Gift Intent Form Have you already included a gift in your will or trust? Please fill out this form to let us know! We would love to thank you for your generosity. Fill Out Form Non-Probate Assets Do you have an IRA, 401(k), life-insurance policy, or any other assets not included in your will? If so, these are called non-probate assets and you must plan your beneficiaries for them separately. Use this online tool to make your plans and designate us as a beneficiary of one or more of these assets. Designate My Beneficiaries Other Ways to Give United Way of Greater Richmond & Petersburg Our United Way Agency Number: 3175 Employer Donation Matching See if your employer wi ll match your donation! Click here to get started. The Commonwealth of Virginia Campaign Our CVC Number: 03281 YOU make a difference Thank you for taking a stand to lessen the burden of cancer for our kids and families throughout Virginia with your time, treasure and talents. How Your Support Helps

Make a difference through nonprofit careers with ASK Childhood Cancer Foundation. Join the team and work with purpose to make life better for childhood cancer families in Virginia. Enjoy competitive insurance coverage, PTO and IRA benefits. AT ASK CAREERS Looking to join the ASK team? See if we're hiring > 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 celebrations and regular get-togethers *Only available for full-time staff at this time. Open Positions We're Hiring! Take a look below to learn more about our open positions and how to apply. Program and Impact Coordinator Program and Impact Coordinator The Program and Impact Coordinator will support programs in the following Virginia communities: Central Virginia, Southwest Virginia, Charlottesville, Hampton Roads, and Northern Virginia. ASK’s programs provide emotional, social, educational, and financial support to children and families during and after pediatric cancer treatment. This position manages the program database, financial assistance program, data analytics, and evaluation strategies while providing administrative support to program staff. Key Responsibilities Manage and administer the Making Life Better Fund for direct financial assistance. Administer gift card assistance as needed and in coordination with the Family Support Manager. Design, update, and maintain the client database (Apricot), including staff training and ongoing evaluation, to ensure that it meets the program team's needs and goals. Input and organize various data types into the database from physical and digital sources, ensuring accuracy and data integrity. Lead, design, and administer annual program evaluation strategy to determine impact and areas of improvement. Gather, organize, and analyze data to answer questions and identify key trends for strategic decisions. Generate reports to the program, development, and leadership team related to client and program metrics. Provide quantitative and qualitative data for grant reports. Provide support as needed for social, community, and education programs, including but not limited to registration, bill payment, promotion, communication, and administrative follow- up. Support program staff and marketing with monthly and quarterly newsletters and print materials (flyers, postcards, etc) as needed. Attend and support program team events/socials as needed. Education, Experience & Skills Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent professional experience; at least five years prior administrative experience preferred. Database, evaluation, and data analytics experience required. Experience in the cancer treatment process is highly favored but not necessary. Must be self-disciplined and motivated to work in a challenging environment. Organized and able to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Ability to collaborate with staff and clients of diverse backgrounds and needs. Ability to build relationships across a diverse population. Ability to work independently while functioning within a team. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. This is a full-time, in-person position. The salary range starts at $50,000. Occasional evening and weekend work is required. The position reports to the Family Support Manager. 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 benefits, a simple IRA with match, holidays, and PTO, a pleasant, energetic work environment, and an engaging, purposeful workplace culture. To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to jobs@askccf.org , with the subject line “Program Impact Coordinator". About ASK Childhood Cancer Foundation: Founded in 1975, ASK Childhood Cancer Foundation (askccf.org ) is Virginia’s most comprehensive provider of support services for children with cancer and serious blood disorders as well as their families. Our mission is to make their life better by providing emotional, social, financial, and educational support. Apply

Welcome to ASK Childhood Cancer Foundation, where compassion meets dedication. Get to know the heart and soul behind our mission as you meet the ASK team – a group of passionate individuals committed to making a difference in the lives of children fighting cancer. 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 Barbara Snuggs Director of Finance & Administration bsnuggs@askccf.org ext. 115 Program Team Alma Morgan Associate Director of Education amorgan@askccf.org ext. 117 Kimberly Stroud, MSW Family Support Manager kstroud@askccf.org ext. 106 Michelle Jarnigan-Johnson Young Adult Support Coordinator mjohnson@askccf.org ext. 107 Laura Pruitt Program Events Coordinator lpruitt@askccf.org ext. 120 Dayana Bjorkman Bilingual Community Coordinator (Spanish/English) dbjorkman@askccf.org Katie Barber Child Life Specialist kbarber@askccf.org ext. 109 Children's Hospital of Richmond at VCU Rev. Rich Catlett, BCC Chaplain rcatlett@askccf.org ext. 108 Children's Hospital of Richmond at VCU Jon Longenecker Education Support Navigator jlongenecker@askccf.org ext. 113 Children's Hospital of Richmond at VCU 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 Vanessa Wagener Bilingual Education Support Navigator vwagener@askccf.org ext. 132 Inova Schar Cancer Institute Natalie Duncan Education Support Navigator nduncan@askccf.org ext. 123 UVA Children's Hospital Tammy Long Fredericksburg Community Coordinator tlong@askccf.org ext. 126 Kristen Lahocki First STEP Preschool Teacher klahocki@askccf.org Development & Marketing Team Hanna Gardner Associate Director of Marketing hgardner@askccf.org ext. 125 Kelsey Olszewski Associate Director of Development kolszewski@askccf.org ext. 105 Danielle Hottle Grant Manager dhottle@askccf.org ext. 128 Anna Siegle Development Operations Coordinator asiegle@askccf.org ext. 116 Caitlin Glauser Special Events Coordinator cglauser@askccf.org ext. 129 Claire Baugh Marketing Content Coordinator cbaugh@askccf.org ext. 124 Administration Lauren Estes Office Manager lestes@askccf.org ext. 101 Bailey Harlow Advocacy Coordinator bharlow@askccf.org ext. 127 Amy L. Williams HR Manager awilliams@askccf.org ext. 112 ASK Board of Directors Robert Westermann President Hirschler Fleischer Meg Garner Vice President VPM Media Corp. Gina Honeycutt Secretary & Parliamentarian 12 On Your Side/Gray Media John Pfisterer Treasurer SuperNet, Inc. Leslie Armstrong VCU Medical Center Scott Armstrong Old Dominion Insulation Past President Marc Cheatham Office of U.S. Senator Tim Kaine Makisa George Berkshire Hathaway Leslie Griles LGImpressions, Inc. Kim Keno Capital One Steve McCoy Patient First Past President Kesha Oates Anthem Tim Parent Mungo Homes Connis Tennessee Community Volunteer John Waters Biringer Builders Melissa White Northwestern Mutual 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

ASK's local and statewide partners go above and beyond to host fundraising events and further ongoing efforts to engage our community in support of children with cancer and their families in Virginia. PARTNER EVENTS EVENTS We are grateful to our amazing local and statewide partners, who go above and beyond to host fundraising events and further ongoing efforts to engage our community in support of ASK kids and families. Interested in hosting your own fundraiser? Learn more here! Upcoming Events: Explore Menu Captain Tom and Charlie's 8th Annual MLB Opening Day Baseball Party Date: March 27th Time: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM Place: Gus' Italian Cafe 7358 Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville, VA, USA Celebrate the opening day of baseball at Gus' with a grand party to raise funds for ASK! Expect an exciting silent auction, 50/50 raffle, and a museum-worthy display of baseball memorabilia from our friend, Ron Pomfrey. Learn More Art Factory Ice Cream Night Date: April 24th Time: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM Place: Art Factory 4810 Market Square Lane, Midlothian, VA, USA You scream. I scream. We all scream for ICE CREAM! Come out to the Art Factory and celebrate Spring with a tasty bite of ice cream sweetened by knowing that 20% of all sales go right back to ASK Childhood Cancer Foundation. Ongoing Efforts: FBLA Project ASK The FBLA has been a valued partner of ASK Childhood Cancer Foundation for over 40 years. FBLA chapters and their students are challenged to raise awareness and funds towards ASK's goal of making life better for children with cancer across Virginia. Let's make 2024-2025 the best year yet! $5,000 will give 5 graduating seniors a $1,000 scholarship to support them in their next steps after high school. Every dollar makes a huge difference! We couldn't do what we do without YOU. Learn More YOU make a difference Thank you for your partnership, and for taking a stand to lessen the burden of cancer for our kids and families throughout Virginia! How Your Support Helps

Stay connected with ASK with email or text updates! Opportunities to give, volunteer or advocate with ASK to support children with cancer in Virginia. Stay Connected with ASK Sign up to hear about opportunities to give, volunteer or advocate with ASK, and receive monthly stories to meet the children and families your generosity is helping to support. First Name* Last Name* Email* What types of messages would you like to receive from us?* Feel Good Stories Ways to Give Volunteer Opportunities Event Notices Advocacy Please provide just a few more optional details about you that will allow us to keep you more engaged! Phone Number Birthday Month Month Day Year Subscribe

Advocate for childhood cancer awareness in Virginia. Join us in spreading the word and helping create legislative change for young patients, survivors and their families. in Virginia ADVOCACY IN VIRGINIA We need your help in advocating for children with cancer and their families across the state! Whether your family has been impacted by childhood cancer firsthand, or you just have a big heart, we are always looking for more advocates to help spread awareness and lend their voice to the cause. Why is Advocacy Important? Approximately 1 in every 300 children will be diagnosed with cancer before their 20th birthday. Share on social media > Two-thirds of all childhood cancer survivors develop late effects from treatment that make it harder to learn and thrive. Share on social media > On average, more than 350 children across Virginia's communities are diagnosed with cancer each year. Share on social media > Advocacy Social Share Join Our Advocate Community Join ASK's Advocate Community It is vital that children with cancer receive the support that they need to ensure a brighter, healthier future. Since we started on this path in 2018, our advocacy efforts have grown from just a few voices into an inspiring community of advocates from across Virginia. Our goal is to educate and engage our elected officials to champion policies and programs that will improve the lives of children with cancer across our state. Your insight on the impact of childhood cancer helps elected officials understand why support is a MUST for our kids. Join us! Become an Advocate Sign up for advocacy emails and receive updates on childhood cancer issues and advocacy efforts in Virginia, and an invitation to participate in Virginia’s Childhood Cancer Advocacy Day. Our Success Thanks to the tireless efforts of our advocates across the state, children with cancer were included in the 2022 state budget for the first time in Virginia’s history. Our collective work resulted in a new education support navigator program at each of the Commonwealth’s five primary pediatric cancer treatment centers. These navigators are serving as a bridge between a child’s medical and school teams, helping them get back to school with the support that they need to be successful. See More Impact Our Advocacy Partners Cancer Action Coalition of Virginia Carilion Children's Children's Hospital of Richmond at VCU Children's Hospital of the King's Daughters Inova Schar Cancer Institute UVA Children's Hospital

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Learn about ASK Childhood Cancer Foundation's mission of making life better through supportive resources and programs for families and children fighting cancer in Virginia. ABOUT ASK Assistance, Support and Kindness since 1975. ASK Mission Making Life Better for Children with Cancer and their Families Vision To serve as a leading source of support for children with cancer Our Guiding Principles We believe in children and families first Be ethical Be mission driven Be responsible stewards of resources Be an open and collaborative community partner Be proactive as well as responsive Be creative and innovative Be compassionate at all times You’re in good hands. ASK has been helping families in Central Virginia for almost 50 years. Our History Our team is ready to provide care and support every step of the way. Our People Every single dollar you give stays here to help families in our community. Our Financials ASK is making life better! But you don't have to take our word for it. Check out what our kids and families have to say about how ASK has made their cancer journey a little easier. Where We Help ASK is proud to support children and their families across Virginia in their cancer journey. Home Base/Primary Office: ASK Family Center 5211 W. Broad St., Ste 100 Richmond, VA 23220 Hospital Partners: Children's Hospital of Richmond at VCU Children's Hospital of the King's Daughters UVA Children's Hospital Carilion Children's Inova Schar Cancer Institute Children's National Fredericksburg Careers at ASK Work seems less like "work" when you’re helping to make life easier for children with cancer and serious blood disorders and their families. Join the Team Program Events Our educational and social events are offered to patients and survivors enrolled with ASK, as well as their families, free of charge. Learn More Get in Touch Do you have a question about our programs? Maybe a specific question about getting involved? Send us a message below! Contact Us