Sunrise Fund
The Sunrise Fund was founded in 1999 by Susan Shiebler and Maureen Brennan, whose children were treated for cancer at Stony Brook Medicine. The purpose of the fund is to raise awareness about childhood cancer and to support specific projects, including a respite center, a playroom, extended support services, facilities and programs that meet our families growing needs, and vital research into the causes and treatment of childhood cancers.
The Sunrise Fund helps sustain the new Outpatient Pediatric Hematology and Oncology Facility located in the Stony Brook Cancer Center. The Fund also supports a number of special programs and is the only pediatric oncology program on Long Island tied directly to a major research university.
Programs & Services
The Sunrise Fund funds specific programs. Some of these programs are listed below with details. For more information call (631) 444-2899.
School Re-Entry and Intervention Program
Designed to help a child diagnosed with cancer and blood disorders return to school by addressing the student’s psychosocial, medical and educational needs. We work with school teachers and administrators to craft a supportive school environment and education program for each child.
Get more information about the School Re-Entry and Intervention Program.
Contact: (631) 444-7521
Living in Love - Pediatric Hematology-Oncology Palliative Care/Bereavement Program
Designed to minimize the physical, emotional, psychological pain and suffering of children diagnosed with cancer or blood disorders and their families through palliative, end-of-life and bereavement care.
Get more information about the Living in Love Program.
Play Fit, Stay Fit
A comprehensive wellness program designed for childhood cancer survivors and their families. Supported by the Lance Armstrong Foundation.
Get more information about the Play Fit, Stay Fit Program.
Contact: (631) 444-6169
Our Little Heroes
Provides emotional support, education and counseling to families of children diagnosed with cancer.
Get more information about Our Little Heroes Program.
The Daniel Brooks Memorial Educational Award For Students with Cancer
Awards given each year to students treated for cancer at Stony Brook Medicine, to help with their higher education costs. Established in memory of Daniel Brooks whose spirit and dedication to education and children with cancer prevail throughout this program.
Rising Stars Talent Show
A talent show showcasing performances of children diagnosed with cancer, created to promote a sense of purpose, accomplishment, and self-confidence in our “rising stars.”
The Matthew Blend Fund
Established by Tom and Lori Blend in memory of their son, Matthew, who had Acute Myelogenous Leukemia, The Matthew Blend Fund helps support the financial needs of the children being treated by the Pediatric Oncology Program at Stony Brook University who require bone marrow transplantation.
Play-It-Forward Acts Program
Athletes, Courage, Teamwork, & Support
Designed to give Stony Brook University student-athletes the opportunity to serve their community by “teaming up” and increasing social support for children diagnosed with cancer or blood disorders.
Contact Us
The Sunrise Fund
Stony Brook Children’s Hospital
Office of Advancement
HSC Level 4, Rm. 172
Stony Brook, NY 11794-8430
Make A Donation
There are many ways to support The Sunrise Fund. You can make a one-time gift, monthly donations, honor and memorial gifts and many more.
Make a secure online gift to the Sunrise Fund.
To make a donation by phone or get more information, please contact Advancement at (631) 444-2899.
