Get involved in a positive way, by making a difference in the life of a child battling cancer.
Halloween Bash
Our annual Halloween Bash is one of our premier family events with more than 100 families in attendance.
This fun-filled event is hosted by our friends The Ellis Family of Ellis Island. Their entire family and Ellis Island team, along with many volunteers come together each October to provide a memorable childhood experience for the families we serve. Last year community supporters came together to help raise an astounding $1,008,000.
There are many ways to get involved. Become a sponsor, donate candy, volunteer, or make a financial contribution to let kids facing cancer have a spooktacular night while just getting to be kids!
Holiday Adopt-a-Family
The Adopt-A-Family Program has been created to help Candlelighters Families, whose focus is on their child’s illness, enjoy the holiday season without any additional stress or worries through the generosity of wonderful caring donors within the Las Vegas community.
When a family spends much of their time in the hospital or clinic with their child undergoing treatments, they are overwhelmed by the many co-pays for doctor visits, hospital stays, and prescriptions, or they lose their child to this disease, the holidays can be tough. Most families do not have the emotional or financial means to go shopping for gifts. Your generosity allows our families the opportunity to celebrate the holidays and provide a sense of normalcy for the diagnosed child, their siblings, and their parents.
All Adopt-a-Family Sponsor forms must be completed by November 19, 2024. Thank you for making this holiday season brighter and a little less stressful for our Candlelighters Families!
Toy Wishlist
Toys and gift cards on our wish lists are used to bring kids, teens, and young adults a little bit of joy during their hospital stays, no more chemo parties, birthdays and the holidays. To purchase an item please see the wish lists below.
Thanksgiving Meals
Thanksgiving is a time for gathering and gratitude, but a childhood cancer diagnosis can disrupt this tradition, leaving families feeling disconnected. The financial burdens from medical bills and caregiving can make it hard to afford a holiday meal.
Candlelighters provides grocery gift cards to ease this stress, allowing families to focus on their child’s health and enjoy a Thanksgiving meal together. This act of kindness brings relief, hope, and joy to families in challenging circumstances.
Superhero 5K: Event Sponsorships
Our annual Superhero 5K is Candlelighters' premier fundraiser. Now in its 32nd year, this event welcomes nearly 1,000 participants for a fun-filled family event that supports local families battling cancer.
Sponsorships account for nearly 50% of the funds raised, and without the generous support of companies, this event would not be possible. Sponsorship levels start at $1,000 and offer an array of benefits including onsite activation, marketing reach, and employee engagement.
Become a superhero to local families facing childhood cancer by partnering with us today! Please reach out to Jackie Trueblood at jtrueblood@candlelightersnv.org if you're interested in sponsorship opportunities.
Payroll Giving
Small donations add up! Ask your employees to consider making a small payroll deduction to Candlelighters.
Host a Third-Party Event
You can help by hosting a corporate event with a portion of the proceeds benefitting Candlelighters.
Point-of-Purchase Sales
Ask your customers to help support Candlelighters. Your business can donate funding through point-of-purchase sales. By selling a featured product, service, or recognition ribbon, you will be making a contribution to Candlelighters.
Donation Matches
Encourage employees to make contributions to Candlelighters by matching their gift.
