Program areas at Bear Necessities Pediatric Cancer Foundation
Bear Hugs:Bear Hugs are customized gifts and experiences to brighten the life of a child living with cancer. To make each Bear Hug special, we work with each child and family to design a Bear Hug that meets their unique needs and interests. In addition to bringing children joy, Bear Hugs often encourage play and physical activity, which can improve health outcomes according to several studies. In addition to Bear Hugs, we provide families with financial support to help them through one of the most difficult moments in their lives.
Scholarships:Thanks to a transformational investment from a board member, Bear Necessities launched a scholarship program in 2022 for pediatric cancer patients, survivors, and the siblings of someone who experienced pediatric cancer. The program is designed to ease the financial and emotional hardships associated with fighting pediatric cancer and to provide the opportunity for young people affected by pediatric cancer to pursue higher education from an accredited institution.
Counseling:Through its partnership with SamaraCare Counseling, Bear Necessities provides up to 12 free counseling sessions with a licensed clinical therapist for pediatric cancer patients and any member of their immediate family. There is no limit on how many members of a family we serve. Bear Necessities offsets the full cost of these sessions or whatever a family's health insurance does not cover. Individuals are eligible for this program for up to eight years after receiving a pediatric cancer diagnosis.
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Grants made by Bear Necessities Pediatric Cancer Foundation
Who funds Bear Necessities Pediatric Cancer Foundation
Grants from foundations and other nonprofits
Personnel at Bear Necessities Pediatric Cancer Foundation
| Name | Title | Compensation | Date of data |
|---|
| Kate Tillotson | Chief Executive Officer | $128,055 | 2024-11-06 |
| Courtney Krupa | Vice President , External Affairs | $77,672 | 2024-11-06 |
| Susan Mura | Office Manager | $91,756 | 2024-09-25 |
| Michelle Hanfling | Director of Programs | | 2024-11-06 |
| Katharine Tillotson | Past Chief Executive Officer | $62,349 | 2024-01-30 |
| ...and 8 more key personnel |
Financials for Bear Necessities Pediatric Cancer Foundation
| Revenues | FYE 06/2023 | FYE 06/2022 | % Change |
|---|
| Total grants, contributions, etc. | $1,734,923 | $1,626,027 | 6.7% |
| Program services | $0 | $0 | - |
| Investment income and dividends | $30 | $18,235 | -99.8% |
| Tax-exempt bond proceeds | $0 | $0 | - |
| Royalty revenue | $0 | $0 | - |
| Net rental income | $0 | $0 | - |
| Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets | $0 | $4,017 | -100% |
| Net income from fundraising events | $0 | $48,440 | -100% |
| Net income from gaming activities | $0 | $3,235 | -100% |
| Net income from sales of inventory | $0 | $536 | -100% |
| Miscellaneous revenues | $509 | $0 | 999% |
| Total revenues | $1,735,462 | $1,700,490 | 2.1% |
Organizations like Bear Necessities Pediatric Cancer Foundation
| Organization | Type | Location | Revenue |
|---|
| Colorado Gynecologic Cancer Alliance | 501(c)(3) | Denver, CO | $1,494,033 |
| Pediatric Cancer Foundation of the Lehigh Valley | 501(c)(3) | Allentown, PA | $682,870 |
| Ask Childhood Cancer Foundation | 501(c)(3) | Richmond, VA | $4,150,368 |
| Children's Cancer Connection | 501(c)(3) | Johnston, IA | $1,448,017 |
| The Blood Cancer Foundation Of Michigan | 501(c)(3) | Farmington Hills, MI | $1,492,008 |
| Cancer Support Community Greater Ny and CT | 501(c)(3) | White Plains, NY | $1,062,759 |
| Cancer Bridges | 501(c)(3) | Pittsburgh, PA | $801,261 |
| Keaton's Child Cancer Alliance | 501(c)(3) | Roseville, CA | $1,408,898 |
| Punt Pediatric Cancer Collaborative | 501(c)(3) | Buffalo, NY | $1,389,903 |
| Austin Hatcher Foundation for Pediatric Cancer | 501(c)(3) | Chattanooga, TN | $2,856,748 |
Data update history
September 25, 2024
Updated personnel
Identified 10 new personnel
May 22, 2024
Updated personnel
Identified 6 new personnel
May 19, 2024
Used new vendors
Identified 1 new vendor, including
May 18, 2024
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2023
Nonprofit Types
Grantmaking organizationsDisease research fundraisersDisease-focused nonprofitsCharities
Issues
HealthDiseases and disordersMedical disciplinesCancer
Characteristics
Conducts researchFundraising eventsReceives government fundingProvides scholarshipsGala fundraisersFundraising races, competitions, and tournamentsTax deductible donationsAccepts online donations
General information
- Address
- 55 W Wacker Dr 1100
- Chicago, IL 60601
- Metro area
- Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN-WI
- County
- Cook County, IL
- Website URL
- bearnecessities.org/Â
- Phone
- (312) 214-1200
IRS details
- EIN
- 36-3874655
- Fiscal year end
- June
- Taxreturn type
- Form 990
- Year formed
- 1993
- Eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions (Pub 78)
- Yes
Categorization
- NTEE code, primary
- G30: Cancer
- NAICS code, primary
- 813212: Health and Disease Research Fundraising Organizations
- Parent/child status
- Independent
California AB-488 details
- AB 488 status
- May Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes
- Charity Registration status
- Current - Awaiting Reporting
- FTB status revoked
- Not revoked
- AG Registration Number
- CT0160915
- FTB Entity ID
- None yet
- AB 488 data last updated ("as-of") date
- 2024-12-31
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