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Milestones and Accolades

2025

The inaugural Hope Train 2025 Launch Walk set off at Gardens by the Bay with over 400 participants walking in solidarity with childhood cancer survivors and their families.

We were honoured to have our Guest-of-Honour, Mr Kiat How Tan, Senior Minister of State, Ministry of Digital Development and Information & Ministry of Health, and CCF Patron, Senior Parliamentary Secretary for Social & Family Development Mr Eric Chua, join us for this meaningful launch. Their presence reinforced the importance of community support in helping survivors rebuild strength, resilience, and confidence beyond treatment.

CCF was honoured as a recipient of the City of Good Award, recognising the power of collective community action. This award celebrates a meaningful partnership with Kong Meng San Phor Kark See Monastery and QB House in supporting Hair for Hope for children and families impacted by childhood cancer.

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2024

The Hope Train 2024 campaign was dedicated to empowering youth survivors facing employment challenges due to their health struggles. In collaboration with the ARTrepreneur programme, it provided specialised art training to develop creative skills and open new career pathways. The first-ever Hope Train Exhibition, held at Gardens by the Bay, in November 2024, was officiated by Ms Jane Ittogi and featured artwork created by these aspiring artists.

CCF received the Charity Transparency Dedication Award 2024 for its strong commitment to openness and accountability. This prestigious award, by the Charity Council, recognises organisations that maintain high standards of transparency and responsible reporting. CCF continues to prioritise clear communication and ethical practices, in alignment with the Singapore’s Charity Transparency Framework, ensuring trust and confidence among its supporters and stakeholders.

CCF partnered with Sandpiper Research for an independent survey to access public awareness and perception of CCF and Hair for Hope (HFH). Read more on the survey here.

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2023
Singapore Book of Records: Most Number Of Heads Shaved Over 20 years
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2022
To better serve our beneficiaries, CCF shifted to our new community office at GB Point on 26 March 2021 as part of a long-term strategic move to establish a one-stop holistic centre for patient care and knowledge sharing.
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2021

CCF renamed our core service from Therapeutic Play to Play Services, with play being used as a primary tool of intervention. This move better reflects CCF’s hospital-community service model of holistically supporting children with cancer throughout their childhood cancer journey.​

As Singaporeans ease into the new normal of living with an endemic, Hair for Hope made its comeback in a brand new digital format. Shavees complete their BALD statements offsite at their convenience at our partner salons located island-wide and livestreams were held in place of physical events. The new format proved a hit with 2,059 shavees parting with their locks to raise more than $3.6 million for CCF.
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2020

When the first case of COVID-19 arrived at our shores in late January, CCF activated our crisis response and took immediate measures to safeguard our stakeholders, especially of those located at the frontlines.

Amidst a nation-wide circuit breaker, non-essential activities were halted and business contingency plans kicked in to ensure that our beneficiaries continued to be served and supported. CCF swiftly pivoted to work-from-home operations and our services went digital so we could continue serving our beneficiaries remotely.

Our flagship fundraiser, Hair for Hope, was forced to take a hiatus. In its place, CCF developed a new social media fundraising campaign, The Hope Train, which happened from July to September 2020 and raised more than $700,000 despite its inaugural run.
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2019

Hair for Hope 2019 raised an unprecedented $4.7 million in donations with 5,456 shavees parting with their lock at the annual event. It was also the first time that the campaign was fronted by a celebrity ambassador, Andie Chen.

CCF introduced Animal-Assisted Therapy (AAT), a type of therapy that involves animals as a form of treatment. It is designed to promote improvement in human physical, social, emotional, or cognitive function.
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2018
In 2018, CCF pledged $2.5 million over five years to support the new initiative of CAR-T Cell Immunotherapy Programme to fund critical trials for the treatment of relapsed or high-risk Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia. The programme aims to improve the survival rates for the impacted children.
Hair for Hope 2018 raised a remarkable $4.2 million through public and corporate donations.
CCF had the privilege of hosting Mrs Karen Pence, the Second Lady of the United States, at CCF@ KKH. Mrs Pence had a sharing session on Art Therapy with CCF Art Therapist and KKH Art Therapist. Mrs Pence also observed the CCF’s Open Art Studio at the CCF@ KKH Family Resource Centre.
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2017

Children’s Cancer Foundation commemorated its 25 years of serving children and families impacted by childhood cancer.

To mark CCF’s 25th anniversary, a Photovoice Exhibition was held at six locations across the island. The Exhibition featured the works by 25 youth survivors who shared their stories and voices through photographic prints, alongside canvas artworks from 25 CCF stakeholders to show the unity and community effort in caring for children and families use photos with people viewing the exhibits impacted by childhood cancer.

Hair for Hope 2017 marked its 15th year and attracted a record 905 female shavees who braved the shave to support CCF beneficiaries.
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2016
CCF introduced Expressive Arts Therapy to help children with cancer process their fears and difficult emotions. This therapy uses a range of art modalities as tools for psychotherapy to facilitate change, healing and growth. These modalities include music, dance, drama, visual arts, poetry and creative writing.

Hair for Hope 2016 attracted 6,151 shavees and raised more than $3.8 million for CCF. 52 satellite partners came on board to support this meaningful cause

2015
CCF piloted a new programme under its Art Therapy service to connect children and youths from different countries through images.
The Paint Pals programme aims to reduce feelings of psychological isolation in beneficiaries during treatment.
CCF beneficiaries were successfully matched with children from Hong Kong and Indonesia who were similarly impacted by cancer. The Legacy Building Programme aims to provide a positive and creative way for the beneficiaries and their families to make meaning of their tough circumstances and thereby facilitate resilience in adversity. Through promoting family bonding and communications, the programme alleviates caregivers’ distress and brings solace to bereaved families through fond memories and remembrance of loved ones.
A record 54 satellite events were held during Hair for Hope 2015 and a total of 6,190 shavees joined in the good cause, raising more than $3.34 million for CCF.
2014
CCF was the Learning Partner of the 16th International Symposium on Paediatric Neuro-Oncology (ISPNO).
Hair for Hope 2014 raised more than $3.29 million with 6,656 participants making a BALD statement in support of children with cancer and their families.
CCF partnered #GivingTuesdaySG for the second consecutive year in this national giving campaign in Singapore on 2 December 2014.
2013
CCF was conferred the President’s Award for Philanthropy (Non-profit) organised by the National Volunteer & Philanthropy Centre (NVPC), with support from the National Council of Social Service (NCSS) and the Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth (MCCY).
Superseding its record once more, Hair for Hope 2013 attracted an unprecedented number of 7,316 shavees, raising more than $4.3 million.
CCF partnered #GivingTuesdaySG for the first time in its inaugural national giving campaign in Singapore on 3 December.
2012
2012 marked a significant milestone as Hair for Hope celebrated its 10th year on 28 and 29 July 2012 at VivoCity. Hair for Hope 2012 hit a record-breaking total of 6,647 shavees and raised more than $3.8 million.

CCF Community Office relocated to Viva-CCF Hub.

CCF’s learning centre, Place for Academic Learning and Support (PALS) was set up to cater to the educational needs of children and youths with cancer who are unable to attend mainstream schools due to their compromised immunity.
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2011
Staged at VivoCity, Hair for Hope 2011 was held consecutively for two days for the first time and achieved a record-breaking 4,238 shavees with $2.3 million raised.
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2009
The integrated service model paved the way for the development of new programmes and services for our beneficiaries – The Community Social Work Team and the Home (Palliative/ Bereavement) Team were formed.
The Caregiver Resource Kit was developed jointly with our medical partners to support new caregivers.
Casework for siblings was introduced.Caregivers’ Buddy System was launched where experienced caregivers were matched with new caregivers to provide support.
Survivors’ Programme was piloted – a Youth Community was formed.
ADORE became a public memorial attended by various stakeholders of CCF.
Hair for Hope 2009 surpassed the $1,000,000 mark – and achieved a two-fold increase in participation with 1,842 shavees.
CCF was awarded the Most Supportive NPO in Citibank-YMCA Youth For Causes 2009.
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2008
CCF introduced video-conferencing in the wards allowing our beneficiaries to keep in touch with friends and family during their prolonged stay inside the hospital.
Caregivers’ Support Programme was adopted in place of Parents’ Support Programme to acknowledge services extended to other non-parental caregivers.
Parent Volunteers were matched to support other parents with children newly diagnosed with childhood cancer.CCF renovated the decade-old CCF@NUH FSC to provide for a counselling room, meeting area for volunteers and parents, as well as lockers for rent to caregivers.
An integrated hospital-home-community service model was adopted in the last quarter of 2008 to realign existing services and introduce new services so that specialised attention can be rendered to the changing needs of CCF beneficiaries at different stages of the illness.
CCF founded its Community Office at the Social Service Hub @ Tiong Bahru and commissioned in December 2008.
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2007
Parents’ Support Group was renamed ‘Parents’ Support Programme’ with new initiatives introduced to support parents in their caregiving.
Therapeutic Play Week was organised at KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital and National University Hospital to raise awareness on therapeutic play as an intervention tool.
A Public Forum on the impact of potentially life-threatening childhood illnesses was organised.
CCF@KKH Children’s Cancer Centre was officially opened in September 2007 with a donation of $1.2 million facilitated by CCF.
The first Volunteers’ Networking Day (VND) was organised to bring together volunteers helping with different programmes in CCF.
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2000
CCF organised the psychosocial workshop on childhood cancer in the inaugural SIOP Asia Conference in April 2000.
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1997
CCF@KKH and CCF@NUH Family Support Centres was established as on-site one-stop support centres for children and families impacted by childhood cancer.
Make a Wish’ project was piloted by a group of volunteers to fulfill the wish of terminally ill children.
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1996
Change of name from W.A.L.K. to Children’s Cancer Foundation (CCF). Associate Professor Ho Peng Kee, the then-Senior Parliament Secretary (Ministry of Law and Ministry of Home Affairs) was appointed Patron.
A financial assistance scheme was set up to help needy families.
CCF’s first ‘Tulip Hearts Day’ was held to remember children with cancer.
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1995
The inaugural issue of ‘Tribute’ newsletter was distributed in December.
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1994
W.A.L.K. established structured social work intervention comprising counselling, play therapy and parent support groups.
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1992
W.A.L.K. (Working in Aid of Leukaemic Kids) was registered as a Society in November.
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Accolades

Charity Transparency Dedication Award 2024

CCF received the Charity Transparency Dedication Award 2024 for its strong commitment to openness and accountability. This prestigious award, by the Charity Council, recognises organisations that maintain high standards of transparency and responsible reporting.

Data Protection Trustmark (DPTM) Certification

The Data Protection Trustmark certification reinforces CCF’s commitment to strong data protection practices, transparency and accountability. It reflects our responsibility to safeguard personal data and uphold the trust of beneficiaries, donors and partners.

PVPA City of Good Award

CCF was honoured as a recipient of the City of Good Award, recognising the power of collective community action. This award celebrates a meaningful partnership with Kong Meng San Phor Kark See Monastery and QB House in supporting Hair for Hope for children and families impacted by childhood cancer. It affirms that when communities work together with a shared purpose, the impact extends well beyond a single event.

CCI President’s Recognition Award

Most Outstanding Survivor Programme – Photovoice

Recognition by Childhood Cancer International affirms the impact of CCF’s Photovoice programme in supporting survivors through therapeutic photography, self-expression and post-treatment growth. The award reflects the voices and resilience of survivors using creative expression to share their experiences.