Our core programs are the heart of Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation. Since 2002, we have been able to 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 living in Santa Barbara, Ventura, and San Luis Obispo counties.

“Our partnership with The Starfish Connection allows us to serve families with extra critical needs that extend beyond the Direct Financial Assistance we offer. With the allocation from The Starfish Connection, we have been able to extend additional services to our families including rent, furniture, grocery store, and fuel gift cards. This helps alleviate some of the hardships they’re enduring during the most difficult time in their child’s life, and allows them to focus on what matters the most.”

- Dr. Corey Pahanish, Executive Director Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation.