Oncology And Kids

08/25/2026

08/21/2026

Some shoes just have a story.

Jessica Arzate-Diaz of Knead Artisan Bakery shares hers in our latest Stories in Soles.

Stories in Soles is part of Kids ’N Kicks, but it’s really about the people, memories and moments we carry with us, and why a pair of shoes can mean a whole lot more than what we put on our feet.

Watch Jessica’s story, then catch the rest of the Stories in Soles series on our YouTube channel.

Watch the Stories in Soles playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLajqp075TNo0

Kids ’N Kicks | September 26
University Club San Diego
Benefiting Oncology And Kids

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08/20/2026

Jace sums it up perfectly…

08/17/2026

Everyone has a story about a pair of shoes.

As we get ready for Kids ’N Kicks, we’re asking friends from around our community to share theirs.

Here’s Mitch's Story in Soles.

September 26 | University Club San Diego
Benefiting Oncology And Kids

Tickets + info: kids-n-kicks.eventlify.com

08/07/2026

Tomorrow is the last day. 🧡

Every dollar you donate to OAK today or tomorrow gets doubled — matched by an anonymous donor who believed in what we do for kids with cancer and their families.
This is it. The last push before HessFest closes the match on August 8.

$10 → $20
$50 → $100
$100 → $200
$500 → $1,000

Whatever you have. Whatever you can. It all counts twice tomorrow.

Donate today: https://tr.ee/8P3imtR7_N

Thank you for showing up for our kids. 🧡

08/05/2026

3 days left. $10K on the table. Every dollar you give gets doubled. 🧡⏳

We don't say this lightly — this kind of donation match doesn't happen often for a nonprofit our size. An anonymous donor believed in OAK enough to put up $10,000 and challenge our community to meet them there.

August 8 is the deadline. HessFest is the finish line.

Whatever you can give — $10, $50, $100 — it gets doubled before it ever hits our account. That's twice the arts and crafts. Twice the camp weeks. Twice the kids who get to just be kids.

Don't let this one pass. 🧡 Donate today: https://tr.ee/8P3imtR7_N

07/30/2026

Camp season just wrapped, and we've got one more way to keep the OAK community together this summer: HessFest XVI! 🌊🍻

On August 8, is celebrating 16 years with a full day of live music, craft beer, great food, and local vendors at Imperial Beach Pier Plaza — and OAK is proud to be part of it for the 6th year running as a benefactor of the event.

We're looking for volunteers to help it all run smoothly — and it's a genuinely fun day, plus a great excuse to see camp friends now that summer camps are behind us.

Volunteering gets you free entry (tickets normally run $48+), a volunteer t-shirt, and if you're 21 or older, a beer once your shift wraps.

Shifts available 👉 Beer Pourer (21+), Check-In, Clean Up, Floater, and Merch Table.

Sign up here: https://tr.ee/Pa0bowxjoc

07/23/2026

There are people who leave a mark on camp not because they are the loudest in the room, but because of the kindness, warmth, and joy they quietly share with everyone around them. Stella Arrellano was one of those people. Over the past several years, Stella was a beloved part of the Camp Reach for the Sky Resident Oncology Camp and Family Camp communities. She had a gentle spirit that made others feel welcome, seen, and cared for. Her smile, her kindness, and the genuine friendships she built with fellow campers and volunteers made camp a brighter place for everyone who knew her. One of Stella’s greatest joys was sharing her talents with others. Whether she was performing at the talent show or singing around the campfire, she brought confidence and heart to every performance. Those moments were always about bringing people together, creating memories, and reminding us all of the courage it takes to share a piece of yourself with those around you. Stella embodied friendship, resilience, compassion, and finding joy even during life’s most difficult moments. While our hearts are heavy, we are incredibly grateful for the time we shared with Stella and her family. Her spirit will forever be part of our campfires, our talent shows, and the countless memories that connect our camp family. We will miss her deeply, but we will continue to carry her light with us every time we gather together. To Stella’s family, thank you for sharing her with our community. It was a privilege to watch her grow, cheer her on, and witness the joy she brought to so many lives. Stella, you will always be a part of our camp family. Your songs, your smile, and your gentle heart will never be forgotten.

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07/23/2026

07/23/2026

Let's talk about what $500 actually does at OAK. 👇

It pays for one camper to have a full year of support — from camp registration to year-round OAK programming. A kid who might not have had any of it otherwise.

Right now through August 8, that $500 becomes $1,000. Because an anonymous donor is matching every single gift we receive before HessFest.

$0 cost to families. Always. Your donation is literally how we keep it that way.
Every dollar doubled until August 8. ⏳🧡

Donate today: https://tr.ee/8P3imtR7_N