Aiming for a Cure Foundation

Aiming for a Cure Foundation www.aimingforacure.com - Founded in 2003 with an idea formed by Steve & Jodie Ries along with their son Ben and daughter Rachel. Helen G.

Our Mission
The mission of the Aiming For a Cure Foundation is to raise funds to benefit pediatric oncology patients and families dealing with difficult times and decisions in our local communities. Our goal is to improve the quality of care and quality of lives of these children and families through the funding of research, non-insured expenses and patient care. Charitable Donations
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rt has continued to grow over our 15+ years of existence, so too has our ability to touch the lives of families affected by cancer in more areas across Iowa. Nassif Community Cancer Center – Cedar Rapids
We fund a holiday party, Kernels and Cubs baseball games and other special events, the backpack program, and provide financial assistance for families dealing with difficult times and decisions. University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital – Iowa City
We support education and school re-entry programs, a shopping spree for fun and activities, massage and fitness coupons, and financial assistance for families. University of Iowa Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center – Iowa City
Support for the families of patients with minor children being treated for cancer and cancer research. Camp Kesem – Iowa City
We offer scholarships to children who have lost a parent(s) to cancer so they can attend Camp Kesem. Blank Children’s Hospital – Des Moines
Support for the families of patients with minor children being treated for cancer and cancer research. Hall-Perrine Cancer Center – Cedar Rapids
The Foundation also continues to support the Thanksgiving baskets and backpack programs.

A special thank you to the GreenState Foundation for their partnership and support. We are grateful for organizations th...
06/04/2026

A special thank you to the GreenState Foundation for their partnership and support. We are grateful for organizations that share our commitment to making a difference in the lives of children and families dealing with difficult times and decisions. GreenState Credit Union

Because of the incredible generosity of our Aiming For A Cure Family we are excited to share that we were able to give $...
05/29/2026

Because of the incredible generosity of our Aiming For A Cure Family we are excited to share that we were able to give $390,000 back to our hospital partners and camp programs that support children and families dealing with difficult times and decisions.

We also saved back money for research when those projects come available this fall.

To every donor, volunteer, sponsor, and supporter: thank you! Your generosity is helping families feel supported and never alone during some of the most difficult moments of their lives. Together, we are bringing hope where it’s needed most. 🧡

Highland Hunting has been selected to host the Iowa SCTP Sporting Clays Shoot this year, (youth state sporting clays sho...
05/20/2026

Highland Hunting has been selected to host the Iowa SCTP Sporting Clays Shoot this year, (youth state sporting clays shoot for 4th-12th). Highland we are needing to provided trappers and scorekeepers for this event and currently have needs for June 18 and 19. Based on the number of volunteers that sign up on behalf of AFAC, Highland Hunting will make a donation to the AFAC foundation.

No experience is necessary to help at this event, there are some basic safety guidelines and rules that are very easy to understand which they will address at the safety meeting. Other than that it is a fun time watching some very talented shooters.

They ask that you attend a training and safety meeting that will take place at Highland Hunting on Sunday June 14th at 4PM. If you can not attend please let them know and we can make other arrangements to get you this info.

They are in need of scorekeepers and trappers on the following dates/times:

June 18 - 12:00-4:00 — 24 trappers needed
June 19 - 12:00 - 4:00 — 24 trappers needed.

Thank you for your support!

We have a unique opportunity to help support one of our local charity's that we are very passionate about. This is a great way to help raise some additional funds for the Aiming for a Cure Foundation (AFAC). Highland Hunting has been selected to host the Iowa SCTP Sporting Clays Shoot this year, (yo...

At the Ankeny vs. Ankeny Centennial girls game, AFAC received a $1,000 donation from t-shirt sales and donation from the...
04/30/2026

At the Ankeny vs. Ankeny Centennial girls game, AFAC received a $1,000 donation from t-shirt sales and donation from their local partner, Wee’s Tees.

This was in honor of Ankeny Centennial senior Lauren Harmon.

We are incredibly grateful for their support and for a community that gives back and makes a difference.

We are incredibly grateful to our wonderful venue, DoubleTree by Hilton in Cedar Rapids, for not only hosting our annual...
04/26/2026

We are incredibly grateful to our wonderful venue, DoubleTree by Hilton in Cedar Rapids, for not only hosting our annual event, but for going above and beyond by giving back a generous donation. Thank you!

The moments, the people, the impact - just a few more pictures from our 2026 banquet!
04/22/2026

The moments, the people, the impact - just a few more pictures from our 2026 banquet!

04/21/2026
Every photo is a reminder of what the AFAC family can do together
04/18/2026

Every photo is a reminder of what the AFAC family can do together

Already counting down to next year's banquet. Who's with us?
04/15/2026

Already counting down to next year's banquet. Who's with us?

Address

Iowa City, IA

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 7am - 4pm

Telephone

+13193504875

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