The Kids Cancer Tree is an organization that raises money for Neuroblastoma cancer research in the United States.
Founded by Raymond Bautista The Kids Cancer Tree was started in 2000. The Kids Cancer tree is a virtual Christmas tree decorated with ornaments that consist of pictures of children who are fighting cancer, or have died from cancer. Its original mission was simply to increase awareness for Neuroblastoma, a form of childhood cancer. The tree can be viewed here:The Kids Cancer Tree By 2001 The Kids Cancer Tree began running toy drives and donating them to pediatric playrooms in hospitals in the San Francisco bay area. The Kids Cancer Tree also partnered with Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation and operates a Lemonade stand twice a year to raise awareness and money for childhood cancer research. By 2002 The Kids Cancer Tree had been featured on the KSFO morning show hosted by Lee Rodgers and Melanie Morgan. In 2003 Raymond, was featured on the Monica Crowley show on WABC AM 77 out of New York City. By this time The Kids Cancer Tree began building computers and donating them to the pediatric oncology playrooms located in hospitals around the bay area.
One of Raymond's Appearances on the radio can be heard here: WABC Interview
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