University of Iowa Adolescent and Young Adult - AYA Cancer Program

11/07/2025

Last week, a group of Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) cancer patients had the special opportunity to attend an Iowa Men’s Basketball practice and tour Carver-Hawkeye Arena. The visit was a meaningful moment of connection, inspiration, and community—where courage met kindness and the Hawkeye spirit shined bright.
Special thanks to Coach Ben McCollum and the team for welcoming our AYA patients and family members with warmth and energy. Experiences like these remind us how powerful support and community can be. Wishing the Hawkeyes the best of luck tonight against Western Illinois! Let’s Go Hawks! 🏀 🖤💛

10/27/2025

Fall FUN at Sass Family Farm! AYA cancer patients and their families came together for an evening of laughter, connection, and autumn adventures at Sass Family Farm. From hayrack rides and pumpkin picking to corn activities and a petting zoo visit, the evening was packed with fun, friendship, and fresh air! 🌽🎨🍁

09/22/2025

09/16/2025

A Night to Remember at Kinnick! 🏈🖤💛 Thanks to the generosity of the Aiming for a Cure Foundation, Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) cancer patients had the unforgettable opportunity to attend the Iowa vs. UMass football game this past Saturday! From cheering on the Hawkeyes to Waving from the other side, it was a night filled with heart, hope, and Hawkeye pride. And what a night to be part of history - congratulations to Coach Kirk Ferentz on his 206th win! Thank you, donors, for making moments like this possible. Go Hawks!

09/05/2025

https://givebutter.com/c/FWFFGolf2025/auction
The Fight With Flash 2025 Annual Charity Golf Classic is today!
Here is your opportunity to contribute to the University of Iowa Adolescent and Young Adult - AYA Cancer Program . ❤️⚡️
This year's silent auction features a diverse range of items, so feel free to share with your family and friends!
• A week-long vacation to Naples
• Odyssey Happy Gilmore 2 Limited Edition Hockey Stick Putter
• Caitlin Clark jersey
• Cooper DeJean jersey
• The one and only Frantastic Pop Machine

08/09/2025

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75 backpacks full of school supplies packed and ready 🎒💪

Thank you to our incredible volunteers and the generosity of the Aiming For A Cure Foundation for helping us show our AYA cancer patients that they’re never alone on their journey!

08/05/2025

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Studies have shown the right diet can have a positive impact on how a person responds to cancer treatments. University of Iowa Health Care Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center has partnered with HACAP on a food assistance program that provides food boxes to eligible patients.💛

06/20/2025

Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) cancer patients immersed ourselves in the enchanting beauty of lavender fields at Calyx Creek Lavender Farm in Oxford, IA. The soothing aroma and vibrant purple hues created a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The gentle breeze and the buzzing of bees added to the magical atmosphere. Thank you, Taylor and Stephanie, for this unforgettable experience at Calyx Creek Lavender Farm.

05/19/2025

Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) cancer patients and their families had an incredible opportunity to meet Iowa football players, get autographs, and experience of the magic of Kinnick Stadium!

05/06/2025

AYA patients had a fantastic time swinging clubs and learning from Iowa Men's Golf Head Coach Tyler Stith and his talented players! Together, we are putting cancer in its place!

04/07/2025

It's Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA( Cancer Awareness Week!

03/28/2025

Our amazing AYA Patient and Family Life Specialist, Katy, participated in the Child Life Poster Fair. She brilliantly showcased the vital role of Child Life in alternative settings, especially with Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) patients.