Maine Children's Cancer Program Walk
Mark your calendar for the 39th annual Maine Children’s Cancer Program (MCCP) Walk on Saturday, September 19, 2026! Since 1986, communities across Maine have come together on a Saturday in September to walk in solidarity with local children fighting cancer and blood disorders. This special event, often referred to as a “family reunion” for our community, provides our patients and families the opportunity to honor those fighting cancer, celebrate those in remission, and remember those who are no longer with us. Learn more about MCCP Walk.
Strike Out Cancer in Kids
For over 32 seasons, the Portland Sea Dogs and community champions have teamed up with the Maine Children’s Cancer Program (MCCP) to make a difference for local kids facing cancer and blood disorders. Strike Out Cancer in Kids is more than a fundraising campaign—it’s a beloved ballpark tradition that has raised over $5.46 million for the fight against childhood cancer right here in Maine.
This year marks the 32nd season, and we decided to do something a little different. New this year, Slugger and our Slugger Kid are stepping up to the plate together for a grand slam season, joining forces to raise funds and awareness for Strike Out Cancer in Kids! Throughout the season, supporters are encouraged to join the fun by making a donation and helping our Slugger Kid and Slugger knock cancer out of the park. Learn more about Strike Out Cancer in Kids.
Maine Marathon
Each October for over a decade, a dedicated group of runners known as Team MCCP has come together to run in the Maine Marathon with one common goal: to support the patients and families receiving life-saving care through the Maine Children's Cancer Program. This special team is made up of patients' loved ones, MCCP caregivers and clinicians, and selfless community members who simply want to make a meaningful difference for local kids facing unfathomable challenges. Whether you're a seasoned runner or a first timer, there's a race for everyone: choose from the relay, half marathon, or go the distance with the full marathon! Learn about the MCCP Maine Marathon Team.
Moonlight Challenge at Pleasant Mountain
Calling all ski, snowboard and winter lovers. The MCCP Moonlight Challenge is a great way to embrace your love of the great outdoors, all while raising funds and awareness for local kids fighting cancer and blood disorders. Join MCCP on Friday, February 6th, to celebrate this beloved winter event at Pleasant Mountain. Learn more about the 2026 Moonlight Challenge!
Sanford Elks Events
The Sanford Elks Lodge #1470 MCCP Committee holds events throughout the year to raise money and spread awareness. Learn more about the Sanford Elks Events.
Meet Griffin
"On June 25th, 2017, our lives were changed forever. Our oldest son, Griffin, was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL) at the age of three. We can still remember the details like it was yesterday. The look of innocence on Griffin's face and feeling like the world was crashing in on us.
Since Griffins diagnosis, the good days are good but the bad days can be very bad. Worse than any 4-year-old and family should ever have to face. As time passes, the bad days are fewer and farther between but the memories and pain will always be with us.
It never gets easier to tell someone, 'our child has Leukemia' and look that follows is always heart wrenching. Griffin has been through more in his four years then most will in lifetime. From bone marrow aspirations, monthly lumbar punctures with anesthesia, at times weekly IV chemotherapies and blood transfusions to hundreds of oral chemotherapies he has shown more strength and bravery then we could ever imagine.
He spent weeks at MaineHealth Barbara Bush Children’s and considers the oncologists, nurses and staff his friends. The fear was a daily struggle but the strength, bravery and tenacity of our child and community kept us going."