Big Slick for Children's Mercy
About the cause
Children’s Mercy, located in Kansas City, MO, is one of the nation’s top pediatric medical centers. The 367-bed, not-for-profit hospital provides care for children from birth through the age of 21, and is ranked by U.S. News & World Report as one of “America’s Best Children’s Hospitals.” The Cancer Center’s mission is to help improve the physical and emotional well-being of children with cancer and their families. With 28 pediatric oncologists on staff, the Center provides comprehensive care to nearly 2,000 children each year with childhood cancers, sickle cell disease, hemophilia and other blood disorders. At any given time, the Center—recognized nationally for meeting the highest standard for cancer care—is participating in nearly 100 clinical trials.
