Leukemia Foundation for Arizona's Children

LFAC seeks to ease the burden and suffering of children diagnosed with leukemia by providing prompt and direct assistance to their families while also offering meaningful and impactful projects beneficial to leukemic children, siblings, and parent(s).

Leukemia Foundation for Arizona's Children should not be confused with any national organization. It is an Arizona based foundation which was founded in 1972 by Sister Madonna Bolton and other healthcare professionals who worked primarily with children diagnosed with leukemia, and their families. In the spirit of Sister Madonna and the original board, we are still an all-volunteer charity with no paid staff. The board meets at their own expense, never charging the costs of meals or travel to Board meetings or to the hospitals within Arizona that treat childhood leukemia. The Board does its best to keep administrative and ancillary costs to a minimum. LFAC is a 501(c)3 charitable organization which is directed by a ten member board that is comprised of business and medical professionals dedicated to the support of our clients.

Testimonials

This letter serves to wholeheartedly support LFAC and the amazing job they do for the pediatric oncology patients and their families that are cared for at UMC in Tucson. As a pediatric oncology social worker I have worked closely with LFAC for ten years. When a child is diagnosed with Leukemia, the family faces many challenges and the assistance provided by LFAC fulfills some very crucial needs. This foundation provides financial assistance with rent, mortgage, utilities, and car expenses. By supporting these needs, parents are able to focus on caring for their child without worrying about losing their homes or vehicles. LFAC also funds needs that improve the quality of life for our Young patients. For instance, the foundation paid to redecorate the room of a patient that was going to be in a body cast for six weeks. With LFAC funds, her room was decorated to reflect the patient's favorite place, Hawaii. The foundation also paid for a refrigerator in her room, snacks, and a DVD player, all of which made her experience more comfortable. The foundation has also paid specific needs such as tutoring, Christmas gift cards, child care, and funeral expenses. Working with LFAC is a pleasurable experience. Their is no "red tape" which often occurs with other foundations; rather the process is simple and promptly. There is a personal relationship between LFAC and the pediatric oncology social worker that utilize the foundation's resources. It is clear that the foundation has sincere compassion for our patients.
Laura Hagerty, LCSW
PEDIATRIC ONCOLOGY DEPARTMENT at UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER, TUCSON, AZ