The proof is in their smiles
Every wish granted, every care package delivered, and every family helped to CA Proton is a moment of comfort for a child facing pediatric cancer. This is the heart of our work.
The Rylee Grace Foundation exists for one reason: comfort, courage, and joy for pediatric cancer families across Sacramento and Northern California. Below is what your generosity makes real, told through the children and families it reaches.
Where comfort meets courage
When a child faces cancer, the whole family does too. Treatment is long, frightening, and far from normal. Our work meets families inside that hard reality with practical help and real moments of joy.
This is the heart of everything we do: a personalized wish that gives a child something to look forward to, a chemo sweatshirt that makes a hard day easier, a place to stay near treatment in San Diego, a counselor for a worried sibling. Small things, given at the right moment, change a family's day. Strength in every smile.
What your support has made possible
Wishes that reach each child by heart
A detailed wish questionnaire learns each child's favorites, interests, dreams, and personality, so every experience is one of a kind. Here are wishes come true.
Comfort that fits a hard day
Signature zip-up sweatshirts designed for easy port access, plus care packages of comfort and practical must-haves for treatment days.
Helping families reach lifesaving treatment
For families whose child receives proton radiation treatment at California Proton Therapy Center in San Diego, we help provide up to six weeks of temporary lodging, so distance is never the barrier to care.
$21,000 donated to California Proton Therapy Center
We are honored to have donated $21,000 to the California Proton Therapy Center to help pediatric cancer families receive life-saving pencil beam proton radiation therapy. These funds provide housing assistance for families who must temporarily relocate to San Diego during their child's six-week course of treatment, allowing them to focus on what matters most, their child.
At our October 10th annual Denim & Diamonds Gala, our goal is to donate another $21,000 to California Proton Therapy Center, continuing to provide housing assistance for families traveling to receive this life-saving treatment. Every ticket purchased, sponsorship secured, auction item donated, and dollar raised helps bring us one step closer to that goal.
Care for the whole family
Access to Child Life services and therapy for children, parents, and siblings, because pediatric cancer affects everyone who loves the warrior.
Moments that move the mission forward
Our community shows up for these families. Our Denim & Diamonds gala and annual auctions raise the support that powers every program. Last year's gala raised $110,000.
Recent highlights
The Rylee Grace Foundation is Proudly Showcased in Granite Bay Local Magazine
Rylee Grace Foundation is proud to share that Granite Bay Local Magazine recently featured our work. This recognition reflects the strength of the...
Read the full storyReese Clark's Interview with Premier Preps
A few years ago, Rylee's sister Reese sat down with Nick Pecoraro of Premier Preps to share their family's story and the heart behind the Rylee Grace Foundation.
Read the full storyRylee Grace Foundation Talks About Their Mission with Shannon Golden from KCBS: All News Radio: Part 3
We are honored to share that KCBS Radio reached out to us to create a special three-part series on childhood cancer. Part one will focus on...
Read the full storyRylee Grace Foundation Talks About Their Mission with Shannon Golden from KCBS: All News Radio: Part 2
We are honored to share that KCBS Radio reached out to us to create a special three-part series on childhood cancer. Part one will focus on...
Read the full storyRylee Grace Foundation Talks About Their Mission with Shannon Golden from KCBS: All News Radio: Part 1
We are honored to share that KCBS Radio reached out to us to create a special three-part series on childhood cancer. Part one will focus on...
Read the full storyRylee Grace Foundation Welcomed to Gold Night by Bella Vista High School
Thank you to Bella Vista High School for inviting us to your Gold Night. đź’› A special thank you to Lindsay and Natalie for your thoughtful planning...
Read the full storyRylee Grace Partners with CA Proton-Rady’s Children’s Hospital
We became official partners with CA Proton and Rady’s Children’s Hospital in San Diego. A place that treats so many brave kids every day. And now,...
Read the full storyTurn your gift into a child's brave day
Every dollar becomes a wish granted, a care package delivered, or a family helped to CA Proton. Stand with our warriors today.
Donate nowFrequently asked questions
What does the Rylee Grace Foundation actually do for families?
We support pediatric cancer families through four programs: personalized wishes, mental health support, chemo sweatshirts and care packages, and CA Proton family assistance providing temporary lodging near treatment.
How much did the last Denim & Diamonds gala raise?
Our last Denim & Diamonds gala raised $110,000, which funds our wishes, care packages, mental health support, and CA Proton family assistance throughout the year.
Where does the Rylee Grace Foundation serve families?
We are based in Sacramento and serve pediatric cancer families across Northern California. We also help families travel to San Diego for proton radiation at CA Proton.
What is CA Proton family assistance?
When a child receives proton radiation treatment at California Proton Therapy Center in San Diego, we help provide up to six weeks of temporary lodging so the family can focus on their child's care. Families remain responsible for meals, transportation, and fuel.
How is my donation used?
Donations directly fund our four programs: granting personalized wishes, delivering chemo sweatshirts and care packages, providing mental health support, and helping families reach CA Proton.
How can I get involved beyond donating?
You can volunteer, host a fundraiser, assemble care packages through team-building, make in-kind donations, or explore a corporate partnership. Every form of support reaches a family in need.