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Childhood cancer is the most common disease-related cause of death and the second most common cause of death for children in the developed world, second only to accidental death.
Treats & Treasures Cart
Giving children with cancer and their families a moment of joy with a cart full of healthy snacks, toys, candy and fun! The Cart is found in 13 hospitals across Canada, and in most hospitals, it is available to all children. Learn more about the Treats & Treasures Carts.
Housing Support Program
Started in 2025, the Housing Support Program assists families living in Canada who have a child in active cancer treatment and are experiencing financial hardship. The program works closely with each family to understand their unique financial challenges, develop a personalized budgeting and debt management plan, provide mortgage counselling when needed, and offer direct mortgage or rental assistance. Learn more about the Housing Support Program.
U-Link Patient and Family Fund
The U-Link Patient and Family Fund is a financial program for families across Canada who must travel to access treatment through clinical trials for children, adolescents, and young adults with cancer. Clinical trials often allow access to innovative therapies that may not be otherwise available. Learn more about the U-Link Patient and Family Fund.
Family Support Package Program
Providing $350 in gift cards to families who have a child in cancer treatment and must travel long distances to access care and/or are experiencing financial difficulty. The packages of gift cards are given to Social Workers at hospitals across Canada to provide directly to families in times of need. Learn more about the Family Support Package Program.
Funding Childhood, Adolescent, and Young Adult Cancer Research
Kindred Foundation funds a number of research projects and clinical trials in the area of childhood, adolescent, and young adult cancer research. We fund research through strategic partnerships with charities across Canada and internationally. Learn more about the childhood, adolescent, and young adult research and trials we fund.
Why is Kindred Foundation concerned about childhood cancer?
About Childhood Cancer
Each year, about 1,500 children and adolescents are diagnosed with cancer in Canada. Learn more about cancer in children.
About Clinical Trials for Childhood Cancer
Clinical trials are the engine that move the science of treatment and the understanding of cancer forward.
Childhood Cancer and Mental Health
Childhood cancer is a time of great stress, creating mental health challenges during and after treatment.
Kindred Foundation is committed to making a difference for children, adolescents, and young adults with cancer.
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