DONATE TODAY HOME ABOUT PROGRAMS TAKE ACTION EVENTS GOLD RIBBON CAMPAIGN PLANNED GIFTS CONTACT US WE ARE HERE TO HELP Véase esta página en Español There are many hardships a family experiences after a pediatric cancer diagnosis. For the child with cancer, it can be physically painful and scary. Many children also struggle in school due to the side effects of treatment. For parents, it is the most frightening and emotionally exhausting experience of their lives. Many families lose income while seeing their child through treatment, causing significant financial stress. Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation addresses all of these issues. OUR PROGRAMS ARE THE HEART OF TBCF We offer three core programs to lessen the immediate financial, emotional, and educational challenges experienced with a pediatric cancer diagnosis, while providing ongoing opportunities for families to connect with each other in a safe space. FINANCIAL STABILITY PROGRAM Low-to-moderate income families can receive help with household bills and expenses associated with caring for a sick child. Funds also help offset loss of income due to one or both parents reducing work hours or leaving their job to care for their child. LEARN MORE EMOTIONAL SUPPORT PROGRAM TBCF provides professional and peer support for the entire family, including parents, the child in treatment, and their siblings to ease emotional hardship. These programs include Family Counseling Groups, Family Connection Events, Project Holiday & More! LEARN MORE EDUCATIONAL ADVOCACY PROGRAM This program gives parents the necessary tools to support and advocate for their child's academic career and provides a smooth transition back to school following treatment. Programs include tutoring services as well as neuropsychological testing. LEARN MORE > About Us > History > Contact Us > Get Involved > Volunteer > Donate > Employment > Board of Directors > Board Application > Events > 2020 Annual Report Mission Statement: Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation advocates for families living in Santa Barbara, Ventura, and San Luis Obispo counties that have a child with cancer by providing financial, educational, and emotional support. Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation 3892 State St., Ste. 220 | Santa Barbara, CA 93105 805.962.7466 Monday - Thursday 8:30AM - 5:30PM Friday 8:30AM - 1:00PM TBCF's Donor Privacy Policy | TBCF's 2018 Audited Financials © 2020 by Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation