Northern Nevada Children's

Reno, NV · Founded 2009

Supports children with cancer and their families through financial assistance, emotional support programs, and research advocacy in Northern Nevada

Primary audience
Children with Cancer
Work area
Patient Support
Topic
Childhood Cancer
Contact
Brigette Cole
Website Contact

About Organization

Northern Nevada Children's Cancer Foundation enhances the quality of life for children with cancer and their families by providing financial assistance and compassionate support programs while advocating for increased research funds and raising public awareness. Based in Reno, NV, the organization operates with 14 employees and 300 volunteers. In 2024, the foundation reported revenue of $4.0 million and has been serving families since 2009.

What They Focus On

Financial Assistance

Alleviates economic burden on families by providing direct financial support for medical expenses, travel, housing, and daily living costs

Emotional Support Services

Delivers compassionate programs including counseling, peer support groups, and family activities to help families cope emotionally

Research and Advocacy

Promotes increased funding for pediatric cancer research and raises public awareness about childhood cancer challenges and needs

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2024)

$4.0M

+37.9% vs 2023

Expenses (2024)

$3.0M

+2.8% vs 2023

Assets (2024)

$3.5M

+52% vs 2023

Employees (2024)

14

+7.7% vs 2023

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2024 $4,034,848 $2,980,188 $3,545,691 14
2023 $2,925,539 $2,899,731 $2,332,485 13
2022 $2,677,444 $2,281,676 $2,264,400 12
2020 $1,629,179 $1,706,664 $1,517,448 9
2019 $1,882,244 $1,861,220 $1,418,831 15
2018 $1,854,588 $1,722,071 $1,266,335 12

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

How They Work

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  • 01

    Identify Families in Need

    Connect with families of children diagnosed with cancer through medical facilities and referrals

  • 02

    Assess Financial Needs

    Evaluate each family's specific financial and emotional support requirements through compassionate intake process

  • 03

    Provide Direct Assistance

    Deliver financial aid, emotional support programs, and practical resources to alleviate family burdens

  • 04

    Advocate for Research

    Raise public awareness and advocate for increased childhood cancer research funding and resources

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by Northern Nevada Children's

Family Assistance Fund

Provides financial support to families facing the economic burden of childhood cancer treatment and care

Emotional Support Programs

Offers compassionate support services to help families cope with the emotional challenges of childhood cancer

Inspire Scholarship Program

Awards scholarships to childhood cancer survivors and family members pursuing higher education opportunities

Research Advocacy

Advocates for increased pediatric cancer research funding and supports developmental therapeutics programs

Hope for the Holidays

Provides seasonal support and special programs to bring joy to families during holiday periods

E-Smart Program

Educational support initiative helping children maintain academic progress during cancer treatment

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind Northern Nevada Children's.

BC

Brigette Cole

Executive Director (Effective 4/24)
Full-time
Compensation: $111,581
HA

Holly Aycock

Executive Director (Through 3/24)
Full-time
Compensation: $65,223
BA

Brandi Anderson

Vice President
1 hrs/week
RP

Russ Pedersen

President
1 hrs/week

Milestones

2008

Organization Receives Tax Exemption

2008

Granted IRS tax-exempt status to begin serving Northern Nevada families

2009

Foundation Established

2009

Northern Nevada Children's Cancer Foundation officially founded in Reno

2020

Sustained Growth During Pandemic

2020

Maintained operations with $1.6 million revenue supporting families through challenging times

2024

Record Revenue Achievement

2024

Reached $4.0 million in annual revenue expanding impact for childhood cancer families

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

BK
Brandan Koehn Director 1.00 hrs/week
CT
Carol Truman Director 1.00 hrs/week
CS
Casey Stiteler Director 1.00 hrs/week
DB
Daniel Buhrmann Director 1.00 hrs/week
DC
Donald Carano II Director 1.00 hrs/week
DR
Doug Roberts Director 1.00 hrs/week
DR
Dr Robin White Director 1.00 hrs/week
EJ
Emily Jaenson Director 1.00 hrs/week
JB
Jennifer Bozzo Director 1.00 hrs/week
JR
Jennifer Reynoso Director 1.00 hrs/week
KM
Kelly McIntosh Secretary 1.00 hrs/week
LW
Leonard Wohletz Director 1.00 hrs/week
MC
Matt Cates Director 1.00 hrs/week
MC
Matt Clafton Director 1.00 hrs/week
MN
Meagan Noin Director 1.00 hrs/week
RG
Ryan Gilbrech Treasurer 1.00 hrs/week
SF
Shirley Folkins-Roberts Director 1.00 hrs/week
SB
Sophie Boel Director 1.00 hrs/week
SE
Steve Erger Director 1.00 hrs/week
TG
Tom Gurgui Director 1.00 hrs/week

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2024)

$188K

Highest Paid

$123K

Brigette Cole

Compensated Officers

2

Name Title Base Other Total Hrs/Wk
Brigette Cole Executive Director (Effective 4/24) $111,581 $11,463 $123,044 40
Holly Aycock Executive Director (Through 3/24) $65,223 $186 $65,409 40

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.

COVID-19 PPP Loans

Paycheck Protection Program (2020-2021)

Fully Forgiven

Total Approved

$210K

Total Forgiven

$212K

101% forgiven

Jobs Retained

18

Loan Details 2 loans

$106,685
Forgiven
Forgiven: $107,538 100%
Approved Feb 11, 2021
Lender Umpqua Bank
Jobs Reported 8
Forgiven On Dec 8, 2021
$103,800
Forgiven
Forgiven: $104,775 100%
Approved Apr 14, 2020
Lender Umpqua Bank
Jobs Reported 10
Forgiven On Apr 12, 2021

Source: Small Business Administration • Paycheck Protection Program (2020-2021)

Partners & Funders

Grant funding relationships from IRS Form 990 filings

$192K Grants Received
$200K Grants Given
10 Organizations

Top Funders

9 total
SB
St Baldrick's Foundation Inc.
$63K
AO
American Online Giving Foundation Inc.
$59K
ST
Share the Dough
$15K
RH
Renown Health
$15K
BR
Baton Rouge Area Foundation
$15K
FI
Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund
$11K
TG
The Grand Chapter Of The Order Of
$8K
MS
Morgan Stanley Global Impact Funding Trust Inc.
$5K
WC
Washoe County Sheriffs Deputies
$2K

Top Grantees

1 total
UB
Ucsf Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland - Pediatric Hematology Oncology OAKLAND, CA
$200K
St Baldrick's Foundation Inc. American Online Giving Foundation Inc. Share the Dough Renown Health Baton Rouge Area Foundation Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund The Grand Chapter Of The Order Of Morgan Stanley Global Impact Funding Trust Inc. Washoe County Sheriffs Deputies Ucsf Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland - Pediatric Hematology Oncology
St Baldrick's Foundation Inc. American Online Giving Foundation Inc. Share the Dough Renown Health Baton Rouge Area Foundation Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund The Grand Chapter Of The Order Of Morgan Stanley Global Impact Funding Trust Inc. Washoe County Sheriffs Deputies Ucsf Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland - Pediatric Hematology Oncology

Source: IRS Form 990 Schedule I filings. Amounts may span multiple tax years.

Contact

Get in touch with Northern Nevada Children's

Phone

(775) 825-0888

Social

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3550 Barron Way 9a Reno, NV 89511