Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation’s 20th Anniversary Year Concludes with Expanded Critical Programming & Suppport

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Santa Barbara, CA, December, 2022 – Twenty years ago, when Nikki Katz founded Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation (TBCF), she could never have dreamed that her new non-profit would lead to life-changing support for families in their darkest hour.  Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation’s original mission was simply to bring joy and emotional support for families battling pediatric cancer.  In the 20 years since its humble beginning, the mission has expanded to provide financial, emotional and educational support to families living in the tri-counties who are enduring an unthinkable pediatric cancer battle.  

“This has been one of TBCF’s most remarkable years for so many reasons,” shared TBCF’s Sr. Development Director Brittany Avila Wazny. “We’ve had the privilege of working with the children we supported in the early years who are now volunteering with us as adults.” Wazny further shared, “It’s been absolutely inspiring to see how many children are flourishing after their cancer journeys.  They’ve truly transitioned from surviving to thriving, and we couldn’t be prouder.”