To eliminate pediatric cancer & to provide hope & support to those who are touched by it.

Bear Necessities Pediatric Cancer Foundation is a 501(c) 3 national organization founded in 1992 by President, Kathleen A. Casey and her son, Barrett “Bear” Krupa, who lost his life to pediatric cancer in 1993. Currently, Bear Necessities funds pediatric cancer research and information & support services grants nationwide & The Small Miracle program, here in Chicago, offers patients comfort & courage through everyday acts of caring because we understand that the little things mean a lot.

(312) 214-1200
ckrupa@bearnecessities.org