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Supporting Children with Cancer

The Katie Swaney Foundation partners with hospitals to provide essential support for children battling cancer and their families, ensuring they receive the care and resources they need during challenging times.

Katie's Story

Katie Swaney was 3 years old when she was diagnosed with acute myelogenous leukemia (AML). Katie and her family fought courageously and received terrific care from Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh and Duke University Medical Center. 


Katie did not live to see her fourth birthday.

Our Mission

In late 1999, the Katie Swaney Foundation was established to celebrate Katie's life.


The Katie Swaney Foundation (KSF) is dedicated to supporting children with cancer and their families. We bring joy and comfort by donating play equipment, gift cards, and hospital-requested items to brighten their days. 


Through partnership with the Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh and Duke Medical Center Pediatric & Cellular Therapy Support Program, we address the physical and emotional needs of those children and their loved ones. 


Additionally, we provide monetary grants to advance cancer research, striving for a brighter future for all affected by childhood cancer. 

Funding & Donations

Funding Sources

Funding Sources

Funding Sources

Annual Golf Outing: Early Fall Classic

Our signature fundraising event, the Early Fall Classic, is held every October at a Pittsburgh-area golf course. Over the past 26 years, this beloved tradition has raised over $350,000 to support our mission. 


Individual Donations

We are deeply grateful for the generous contributions from our supporters throughout the year. Whether through direct donations or gifts made in memoriam, these acts of kindness make a meaningful impact on the families we serve.

2024 Gifts

Funding Sources

Funding Sources

In 2024, KSF made donations to:

  • Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh (CHP) in the amount of $11,600 to fund the patient Snack Cart, cafeteria meal vouchers, and Starbucks gift cards.
  • Duke University Medical Center Pediatric & Cellular Therapy Family Support Program in the amount of $13,000 to fund the weekly patient Music Therapy Program, parking passes, patient discharge bags, and research. 

Director of Child Life at CHP

Director of DUMC Family Support Program

Director of DUMC Family Support Program

"We are so grateful for your continued support, generosity, and kindness. Your donations help us provide our oncology patients with items that have such a positive impact on their stay. We could not do this without your support."

Director of DUMC Family Support Program

Director of DUMC Family Support Program

Director of DUMC Family Support Program

"Thank you for your generosity in helping us to care for patients and families in loving honor of Katie. It is a joy to partner with you and honor Katie's legacy in this meaningful way."

Providing care and hope for courageous families

katieswaneyfoundation@gmail.com

Katie Swaney Foundation

A 501(c)(3) Nonprofit

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