About 2026 MCCP Walk
Join us for the 39th Annual Maine Children’s Cancer Program Fund Walk, powered by Shaw's Supermarkets, at Payson Park for a superhero-filled morning of hope, community, and celebration.
For 39 years, families, friends, survivors, caregivers, and supporters from across Maine have come together to stand beside children battling cancer and blood disorders. This year, we invite you to channel your inner superhero as we celebrate the courage and strength of the incredible kids and families served through MaineHealth Pediatric Cancer Care, Blood Disorders and IV Therapy (formerly Maine Children’s Cancer Program).
Funds raised through the Walk help provide life-saving treatment, compassionate care, research, and family support services for children and families across Maine. Every step taken and every dollar raised helps bring hope to local kids facing unimaginable challenges.
So grab your cape, rally your super team, and register today to help make the 39th Annual Walk our most heroic year yet.
Can’t make it to Payson Park? Sign up as a Virtual Walker and join the superhero squad from wherever you are. Every hero has the power to make a difference!
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Meet our 2026 Walk T-Shirt Artist, Arianna!
When Arianna was just four years old, she received a life-saving kidney transplant. In the fall of 2024, she began feeling more tired than usual, and routine lab work revealed concerns that led to a kidney biopsy. The results showed signs of rejection, and Arianna was referred to the team at MaineHealth Pediatric Cancer Care, Blood Disorders and IV Therapy for specialized treatment.
To help protect her kidney function, Arianna began receiving lengthy infusion therapies. What she expected to be long and difficult days quickly became something very different.
From her very first visit, Arianna found a team that made her feel like family. The nurses, providers, and staff didn't just focus on her treatment. They took the time to get to know her, support her, and ensure she felt cared for every step of the way.
"The team made me feel like family from day one," Arianna shares. "I started looking forward to my visits because I got to catch up with Megan, Shannon, and so many others. They care about the whole person, not just the treatment."
Thanks to the expert care she received, Arianna has been able to continue doing the things she loves most, including dancing and volunteering at Camp Sunshine.
Today, Arianna is sharing her creativity and her story as the 2026 Maine Children's Cancer Program Fund Walk T-Shirt Artist. Her artwork serves as a reminder of the strength, resilience, and hope found within our community.
