Our Programs in Spokane
Let's Face Cancer Together!
Since 1996, Cancer Pathways has stayed true to its mission of “facing cancer together” by offering deep and far-reaching support for those who have been touched by cancer. Our free programs and support groups create a space to empower and educate our community.
We are excited to now offer in-person programs in Eastern Washington!
Teen Education
Pathways to Wellness Workshops
Upcoming Girl Scouts Community Event – Sun. October 1, 2023
Girl Scouts in Eastern Washington and Northern Idaho have the opportunity to participate in interactive activities, learn how to reduce their cancer risk and lead a healthy lifestyle – all while earning a badge in the process! This event is open to Cadettes, Seniors, Ambassadors, and the adult women in the Girl Scouts community.
Sun. October 1, 2023 | 12pm-4pm | Register here!
If you’re a local organization interested in hosting a free ‘Pathways to Wellness Workshop’, please contact Terri ([email protected]).
Cancer Happens
Are you an educator or school administrator? We would love to come to your classroom to present our Cancer Happens program!
To date, we have reached over 117,000 middle and high school students throughout the U.S. with our cancer prevention curriculum.
Camp Sparkle
About Camp Sparkle
Camp Sparkle is our free, summer day camp for children and teens ages 5-17* who have been impacted by cancer – a parents, a family member’s, a friend’s, or their own diagnosis. Campers experience a week of learning about cancer, participating in therapeutic activities, going on field trips, and making friends with campers and counselors who are just like them.
*Campers ages 5-12 | Jr. Counselors ages 13-15 | Counselors ages 16+
Our first summer of Camp Sparkle in Spokane was a huge success! Read what two campers had to say:
“People are so nice at camp. I want to come here every day of the summer!”
“My favorite things were the dog show, the pool field trip, bowling, the food, and other kids who are just like me!”
Save the Date!
Camp Sparkle Spokane will be back next summer: June 24 – 28, 2024
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Support Groups and Resources
Online Support Groups
Check out the variety of free support groups and support services available for people who live in the Inland Northwest and beyond!
Resources
Inland Northwest Resource Hub
American Childhood Cancer Association Inland Northwest
To educate, support, serve, and advocate for families of children with cancer, survivors of childhood cancer, and the professionals who care for them. Learn more.
American Cancer Society Discovery Shop
Provides unique, quality, upscale resale merchandise at affordable prices. Items are donated by the community to support the mission of the American Cancer Society to save lives, celebrate lives, and lead the fight for a world without cancer. Proceeds raised from the sale of donated items are used to help fund cancer research and local programs and services. Learn more.
Because There is Hope
Providing hope, healing, and a safe haven for those touched by cancer. Learn more.
The Boulevard Race
Raising money for the fight against cancer. Benefiting Community Cancer Fund. Learn more.
Cancer Can't
Provides support for the daily needs of adult cancer patients and their families. Learn more.
Cancer Care Northwest
Helps Inland Northwest cancer patients and their families through educational, emotional, and financial support. Learn more.
Community Cancer Fund
Dedicated to providing necessary resources to cancer patients, their families, and the Inland Northwest organizations that serve them. Learn more.
Every Woman Can
Provide awareness of, advocacy for, and education on women’s cancers; encourage women in their wellness choices; and serve women who are experiencing + living with cancer. Learn more.
Essential Woman Boutique
Supporting cancer thrivers in Eastern Washington, Idaho, Montana, and Oregon with quality mastectomy products and education is our mission. Through every step of your journey, we are here for you. Learn more.
Findhelp.org
Using your zip code, find local resources including financial assistance, food pantries, medical care, and other free or reduced-cost services. Learn more.
Fred Hutch, Office of Community Outreach and Engagement (OCOE)
Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Inland NW
Provides temporary lodging and social/emotional support – at no charge – for families of children accessing medical services. Learn more.
Tough As Nails
Dedicated to creating and donating craft & activity kits to hospitalized children facing serious and/or life-threatening illnesses through youth and community engagement. Learn more.
Connect with us!
Terri Weeding
Community Outreach Manager, Eastern Washington
[email protected]