Nonprofit · EIN 93-1181662
CHILDRENS CANCER ASSOCIATION
Tax-exempt · PORTLAND, OR 97209
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 30, 2025 | 990 | $3,810,519 | $4,410,395 | -$599,876 | $3,147,849 | $2,139,236 | $1,008,613 |
| April 30, 2024 | 990 | $4,209,020 | $6,238,795 | -$2,029,775 | $4,315,018 | $2,659,173 | $1,655,845 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended April 30, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $3,528,577
- Program service revenue
- $0
- Investment income
- $14,442
- Net income from fundraising events
- $36,533
- Net income from gaming
- $81,327
- Other revenue
- $267,500
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $73,171
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $346,572
- Other salaries and wages
- $2,449,643
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $3,313,734
- Professional fundraising fees
- $0
- Legal fees
- $7,532
- Accounting fees
- $20,753
- Occupancy
- $268,259
- Travel
- $54,033
- Depreciation
- $19,452
- Program services (functional)
- $2,970,795
- Management and general (functional)
- $572,455
- Fundraising (functional)
- $867,145
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $4,315,018
- Total assets, end of year
- $3,147,849
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $2,139,236
- Net assets, end of year
- $1,008,613
- Land, buildings and equipment
- $96,043
- Publicly traded securities
- $413,200
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- -$124
- Net assets with donor restrictions
- $1,008,737
- Gross receipts
- $4,483,104
- Employees
- 60
- Volunteers
- 266
- Year formed
- 1995
- State of legal domicile
- OR
From the e-filed returns the IRS publishes as XML (latest three processing years; amended returns replace the original). PDF copies at the IRS.
Officers, directors and key employees
As listed on the 990 for the year ended April 30, 2025, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jack Pipkin | Chief Executive Officer Officer | 40 | $166,859 | $13,277 |
| Nicole McDonald | Senior Director of Finance & Ops. Officer | 40 | $134,536 | $12,427 |
| Andrea Tichy | Sr. Director of Brand Marketing & Communications Highest-paid employee | 40 | $110,717 | $8,771 |
| Ashley Choi | Director of Music Industry Engagement Highest-paid employee | 40 | $109,512 | $8,888 |
| Kelsey Richards | Sr. Director of Human Resources Highest-paid employee | 40 | $102,637 | $10,961 |
| Regina Ellis | Founder/ Board Member Trustee or director | 2 | $15,607 | $0 |
| Clare Hamill | Board Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Rosemary Colliver | Board Chair Emeritus 2017-2020 Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Paul Gulick | Board Chair Emeritus 2008-2010 Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Jen Balint | Board Director (Thru 10/22/2024) Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Suzann Baricevic Murphy | Board Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Ryan Beckley | Board Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Aaron Cooper | Board Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Dennis W Donley Jr | Board Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Bill Foudy | Board Director (Thru 6/4/2024) Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
18 more people on this return
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cristina Gonzalez-Avram | Board Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Catherine Gonzalez-Lofgren | Board Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Rob Goodman | Board Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Darci Hall | Board Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Lori Harris | Board Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Zach Hyder | Board Director (Thru 10/22/2024) Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Scott Lawrence | Board Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Eunice Lee | Board Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Caleb Noel | Board Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Lesley Otto | Board Director (Thru 2/4/2025) Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Todd Palmerton | Board Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Will Paustian | Board Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Traci Ray | Board Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Lauren Rose MD | Board Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Nicolette Ryan | Board Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Laura Shipley | Board Director (Thru 7/17/2024) Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Sonja Steves | Board Director (Thru 4/17/2025) Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Greg Tamblyn | Board Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
990 for the year ended April 30, 2024: 36 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Danielle York | CEO (Thru 3/4/2024) Officer | 40 | $288,997 | $27,957 |
| Jack Pipkin | Sr. V.P. of Development Highest-paid employee | 40 | $168,859 | $12,288 |
| Nicole McDonald | V.P. of Finance and Ops. Officer | 40 | $141,811 | $11,287 |
| Maura Boyce | V.P. of Programs Highest-paid employee | 40 | $133,610 | $4,934 |
| Kelsey Richards | Sr. Director of Human Resources Highest-paid employee | 40 | $106,763 | $10,797 |
| Elyse Lopez | Director of Digital Strategy Highest-paid employee | 40 | $106,899 | $9,511 |
| Jenni Jayne | V.P. of Brand Highest-paid employee | 40 | $113,213 | $1,883 |
| Regina Ellis | Founder/ Board Member Trustee or director | 2 | $8,510 | $0 |
| Clare Hamill | Board Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Andrea Corradini | Board Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Scott Burton | Board Chair Emeritus 2020-2021 Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Rosemary Colliver | Board Chair Emeritus 2017-2020 Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Paul Gulick | Board Chair Emeritus 2008-2010 Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Jen Balint | Board Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Suzann Baricevic Murphy | Board Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Paula Barran | Board Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Ryan Beckley | Board Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Aaron Cooper | Board Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Tim Cooper | Board Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Dennis W Donley Jr | Board Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Bill Foudy | Board Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Catherine Gonzalez-Lofgren | Board Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Rob Goodman | Board Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Sharon Gueck | Board Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Lori Harris | Board Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Zach Hyder | Board Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Scott Lawrence | Board Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Kelly Long | Board Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Caleb Noel | Board Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Lesley Otto | Board Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Todd Palmerton | Board Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Ron Penner-Ash | Board Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Traci Ray | Board Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Laura Shipley | Board Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Sonja Steves | Board Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Mike Tarbell | Board Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 1200 NW NAITO PKWY STE 140, PORTLAND, OR 97209-2872
- In care of
- % NICOLE MCDONALD
- Principal officer (990 for 2024)
- Nicole McDonald, 1200 NW Naito Parkway 140, Portland, OR 97209
- Signed the 990
- Nicole McDonald, V.P. of Finance and Ops.
- Phone
- (503) 244-3141
- Website
- www.JoyRx.org
- Return prepared by
- GARY MCGEE & CO LLP
Mission
At Children's Cancer Association (CCA), our mission is to deliver Joy-centric programs that create immediate and measurable improvement to the mental and emotional wellness of young patients.
Program accomplishments
- JoyRx Music: Since 1995, JoyRx Music, the organization's flagship program, has drawn on the universal power of music to help hospitalized children feel better even during life's most challenging moments. Highly trained JoyRx Music Specialists engage children of all ages and diagnoses, allowing them to choose the musical experience that best suits their current emotional place, desired mood, and engagement level. Whether it be engaging in person (Bedside Live), interacting virtually (Digital Live), or accessing exclusive music performances at any time on CCTV and YouTube (On Demand), JoyRx Music reaches children where they are and makes their tough days a little brighter.Expenses $1,702,461 · grants $21,078
- Community Outreach, Education and Resources: In addition to core program offerings, Children's Cancer Association is proud to provide comprehensive resources and information to families facing the profound trauma of a pediatric cancer diagnosis.The organization's Kids' Cancer Pages is the first ever national resource directory on childhood cancer and was recognized by the National Cancer Institute as "the most comprehensive guide for families currently available". Now in its fifth edition, this vital support tool is sent free-of-charge charge to every pediatric hospital in the country. Continued on schedule O.Volunteers play a critical role at Children's Cancer Association. They mentor children, share their musical talents, staff community events, host toy drives, and serve on the organization's leadership and advisory boards. Volunteers make a powerful difference in the lives of children in need. In return, they find their own life changed by the extraordinary spirit of the children and young adults that they support.Expenses $671,302
- JoyRx Mentorship: JoyRx Mentorship fosters trusted companionship to inspire friendship and distraction during an isolating time. Trained adult volunteer JoyRx Mentors provide emotional support to children in treatment for cancer and other serious illnesses, and they offer critical support to parents who endure the hardships of hospital stays with their child.In the hospital, JoyRx mentors arrive with bags full of toys, games, and activities to help their young friends laugh and smile. Their friendship helps kids just be who they are - appealing to their interests and personal preferences. Continued on schedule O.With their mentor, they can play games, watch movies, do arts and crafts, or whatever activity they want to help pass the time in the hospital. For parents, these visits offer a brief respite, allowing a moment for themselves - they can take a walk, grab some coffee, spend time with their other children, or take an opportunity to step away and breathe. Mentorship matches can last multiple years, and often the bonds of friendship are still strong long after the final treatment.Since 1999, the program has matched more than 1,600 kids undergoing lengthy treatment regimens with a trained and trusted adult mentor volunteer.In April 2025, the organization reached a major milestone since returning in hospital post COVID: supporting over 100 active mentorship matches for the second year in a row.Expenses $340,993 · grants $42,050
- JoyRx Nature: JoyRx Nature provides an essential connection to the natural world. Nestled in 24 acres of surrounding woods with plentiful wildlife and a serene lake, JoyRx Nature's Alexandra Ellis Caring Cabin at the Oregon Coast provides children in treatment and their extended families with a place of peace in a calming environment. The Caring Cabin is an extraordinary destination for families to relax, explore, and create once-in-a-lifetime memories. Designed with the needs of seriously ill children in mind, the Caring Cabin lends a much needed mental break to recharge during or after treatment. This no-cost, five-day retreat restores energy and provides respite for families battling pediatric illness.Expenses $256,039 · grants $10,043
What it must file and when
IRS records say it files Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N. Its accounting year ends in April, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.
| Tax year | Year ended | Due | IRS public records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | April 30, 2026 | September 15, 2026 | Not on file |
| 2024 | April 30, 2025 | September 15, 2025 | 990 on file |
| 2023 | April 30, 2024 | September 16, 2024 | 990 on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 93-1181662
- Tax-exempt status
- 501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization
- Foundation status
- Publicly supported organization (170(b)(1)(A)(vi))
- Donations deductible (Pub 78)
- Public charity, 50% deduction limit
- Exempt since
- 1995
- Accounting year ends
- April
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Arts, culture and humanities (A99)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $3,147,849
- Income (IRS master file)
- $4,483,104
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | April 2025 | $3,810,519 | $4,410,395 | $3,147,849 | XML |
| 990 | April 2024 | $4,209,020 | $6,238,795 | $4,315,018 | XML |
| 990 | April 2023 | $5,571,392 | $6,328,854 | $6,982,327 | IRS |
| 990 | April 2022 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | April 2021 | – | – | – | IRS |
990-N: the IRS bulk file holds only the latest e-Postcard per organization; earlier years come from archived copies of that file since 2020 and can have gaps (the IRS e-Postcard search lists every one). 990, 990-EZ, 990-PF, 990-T: every e-filed return in the IRS e-file index since 2019; XML for the latest three processing years, amounts from the IRS Statistics of Income extracts before that. PDF copies and determination letters at the IRS (search EIN 93-1181662).
Questions about CHILDRENS CANCER ASSOCIATION
- What is the EIN of CHILDRENS CANCER ASSOCIATION?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of CHILDRENS CANCER ASSOCIATION is 93-1181662.
- Is CHILDRENS CANCER ASSOCIATION tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 1995.
- Are donations to CHILDRENS CANCER ASSOCIATION tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does CHILDRENS CANCER ASSOCIATION file?
- Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N.
- When is the next return of CHILDRENS CANCER ASSOCIATION due?
- The return for tax year 2025 (the year ending April 30, 2026) is due September 15, 2026. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
- When did CHILDRENS CANCER ASSOCIATION last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended April 2025.
- Who is the principal officer of CHILDRENS CANCER ASSOCIATION?
- The 990 for the year ended April 30, 2025 names Nicole McDonald.
- Who are the officers and directors of CHILDRENS CANCER ASSOCIATION?
- The 990 for the year ended April 30, 2025 lists 33 people; 6 received compensation from the organization, the highest $166,859 (Jack Pipkin, Chief Executive Officer).
- How much revenue does CHILDRENS CANCER ASSOCIATION have?
- On its 990 for the year ended April 30, 2025 it reported revenue of $3,810,519, expenses of $4,410,395 and total assets of $3,147,849 at year end.
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