Young Friends of Kids with Cancer

09/04/2026

Are you ready to ? September is around the corner, and there are plenty of ways to support families facing childhood cancer during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, this month and all year long.

Attend Art from the Heart 👉friendsofkids.com/art
Become a Monthly Donor 💕 Advocate with Merch 💕 Dedicate a Donation
👉friendsofkids.com/september
Donate Toys & Supplies 👉 friendsofkids.com/wishlist
Volunteer 👉friendsofkids.com/volunteer

09/04/2026

From 🌈rainbows and 😻cats to collages and finger paints, you'll find so many truly unique pieces of artwork created by our special friends at Art from the Heart.

Plus, proceeds from the silent auction, gift card pull, raffles, and ticket sales go to support Friends of Kids with Cancer's art therapy program, bringing this mental health service to kids throughout the region at no cost to the family.

We invite you to attend, volunteer, sponsor, and donate.
Attend ↪ www.friendsofkids.com/art
Volunteer ↪ www.friendsofkids.com/afthvolunteer
Sponsor ↪ www.friendsofkids.com/artsponsorship
Donate ↪ https://AFTH26.givesmart.com

Pictured in this post are Lonnie, Logan, Layla, Jude with mom, & Jamyla, with artwork by Layla. 👏👏👏

Presented by Mungenast Lexus of St. Louis
Sponsored by Lexus, Crest Industries, Service Metal, Staenberg Group, Eaton, Quality Glass Tinting, Inc., Reynolds and Reynolds, Sara Sindelar

09/04/2026

✨Get inspired✨ to host a toy drive or shop for toys to fill our toy closets this month.
View our toy wishlist at 👉 friendsofkids.com/wishlist
Help our org reach thousands of families by donating your time and talents through volunteering. Learn more at friendsofkids.com/volunteer

08/10/2026

🏐☀️ REGISTRATION IS OPEN! ☀️🏐

The YFOKWC Sand Volleyball Tournament is coming up, and we want YOU on the court!

🔥 WHEN: September 13th
📍 WHERE: STL Sandbar Volleyball & Sports Complex
🏐Register co-ed teams of 6 players—$270
🏐Add up to 2 subs for $45 each.

Bring your best serves, biggest blocks, and most competitive crew for a day of sand volleyball, fun, and giving back.

Think your team has what it takes? Tag your volleyball crew below and start putting your team together! 👇

🔗 https://www.friendsofkids.com/yfvolleyball.html

08/03/2026

🏐☀️ GET READY TO SERVE UP SOME FUN! ☀️🏐

Young Friends of Kids with Cancer is bringing the fun to the sand with our Sand Volleyball Tournament! Grab your friends, build your team, and join us for an afternoon of volleyball, yard games, food, drinks, and plenty of fun—all while supporting an incredible cause. 💛

📅 Sunday, September 13, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM–4:00 PM
📍 STL Sandbar Volleyball & Sports Complex
🎟️ https://www.friendsofkids.com/yfvolleyball.html

🏐 REGISTRATION
• $270 — 6-player co-ed team
• $45 — Individual player/ Additional substitute

Your registration includes:
🏐 Up to 5 volleyball games
🌽 Yard activities between games & for spectators
🍴 Lunch bites
👕 Event tank top (while supplies last)

Bring your crew, bring your competitive spirit, and get ready to dig, set, spike & serve for a great cause!

08/03/2026

This week, we're celebrating turning 34!🎂🎉
That's 34 years of helping kids and their families cope a little bit easier.
34 years of surprises.
34 years of big parties.
34 years of hugs, high fives, and celebrating the little wins.
34 years of added comfort.
34 years of giving kids choices.
✨34 years of small-but-mighty moments that make today better.✨

34 years and tens of thousands of families impacted thanks to community support from people who donate, volunteer, attend, or organize.🫶

Learn how you can impact the next thousand families over the next 34 years by visiting friendsofkids.org

07/13/2026

Come for the golf. Stay for the purpose.

Join us for this years YFOKWC & Black Sheep Foundation Randi Perkins Memorial Golf Tournament! Only a limited number of foursomes remain.

⛳️ 18-Hole Scramble Golf Tournament
⏱️ Saturday, August 15th, 2026
6:30 Check-In & Breakfast | 7:30 Shotgun Start
📍Forest Park Golf Course

Gather your team and register before they're gone! https://www.friendsofkids.com/black-sheep-golf-tournament.html

07/13/2026

An AMAZING donation by an amazing organization!

We are incredibly proud to announce that the 13th Annual Baseball BATtles Cancer NET RAISED $21,140 to help support Friends of Kids With Cancer and the American Cancer Society 's Hope Lodge in St. Louis.

This event is only possible because of an amazing community that comes together year after year with one shared purpose: helping local families affected by cancer.

THANK YOU to...
💙 Our presenting sponsor, Royal Banks of Missouri
⚾ Ballwin Athletic Association for once again being an incredible host
🤝 Every one of our generous sponsors
🙌 Our volunteers
⚾ The players and coaches
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Our friends, families and everyone who attended, donated and cheered us on

This event takes months of planning and countless volunteer hours, but seeing our community come together to make a real impact makes every minute worth it.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for believing in this mission and helping us bring hope to families who need it most. 💙⚾

06/04/2026

Good music. Great food. An even greater cause!

Spend your Saturday night with Friends of Kids with Cancer and our local favorite band The Customers as they take the stage at Sawmill Pub & Grill. In a special tribute to David Ritchey, the band is donating their performance earnings and tip bucket proceeds to help support children with cancer and their families.

📅 Saturday, June 6
⏰ 7:30–10:30 p.m.
📍 Sawmill Pub & Grill, Des Peres

This Saturday, get ready to 🎶rock & roll🤘 for a cause at Sawmill Pub & Grill, Des Peres. The Customers, great supporters of Friends of Kids with Cancer, are donating their pay and tip bucket earnings in memory of David Ritchey, dear brother and friend.

The Customers🎸
Saturday, June 6, 7:30–10:30 p.m.
Sawmill BBQ Pub & Grill
1090 Old Des Peres Road, Des Peres, MO, USA

✨Reservations are recommended by calling 314-394-1196.

05/26/2026

🏓 Grab your paddle and play for a purpose! 💛

We’re looking for players to join the Young Friends of Kids with Cancer Pickleball Tournament at Chicken N Pickle – St. Charles!

Whether you’re competitive or just in it for a fun Sunday with friends, every match helps support an incredible cause. 🎗️

📍 Chicken N Pickle – St. Charles
📅 Sunday, June 28
⏰ 10 AM – 4 PM
🥤 1 PM Break

Tag your doubles partner and sign up today! 💥
https://www.friendsofkids.com/pickleball.html