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Lubbock Pediatric Cancer Association

Our mission

Lubbock Pediatric Cancer Association is a 501(c)(3) organization that was established to provide support to pediatric cancer patients and their families who live in or are treated in Lubbock, Texas and the surrounding areas. Our mission is to improve the quality of life for these young patients and their families by offering various forms of assistance, including emotional support, financial aid, and access to specialized care.

  • Community

    We have established a network of resources, events and families that allows patients to connect with others who are experiencing a similar journey.

  • Awareness

    We promote awareness by collaborating with local schools, hospitals, and businesses. Through education, we unite the community toward a common goal. We invite you to join us in this fight against childhood cancer.

  • Scholarships

    We offer scholarship opportunities for childhood cancer survivors to continue their educational training or vocational training beyond high school.

A large crowd of families seated under white tents at the Annual Pediatric Cancer Walk.
Families gathered at the Annual Pediatric Cancer Walk, Urbanovsky Park.

Our team

Meet the people who make LPCA’s vision possible.

  • Amy McDonald, PresidentPresident

    Amy McDonald

    Amy currently serves as the President of the LPCA Board and is passionate about providing for the needs of pediatric oncology families. Her vision for LPCA is to develop robust community-wide support for families enduring a cancer diagnosis. Professionally, Amy has been a physician assistant in pediatric oncology for 18 years. Outside of work, she enjoys cheering on her 3 children, traveling, and ice cream!

  • Angie Cervantez, TreasurerTreasurer

    Angie Cervantez

    Angie serves as the treasurer for the LPCA board. She has seen this group grow from the 1st Walk event to the current non-profit association. She is a pediatric nurse in hematology/oncology and has been a nurse for 29 years. She grew up in nearby Idalou, TX. She enjoys binge-watching TV series, baking, gardening, reading, and spending time with her family & pets.

  • Bianca Cervantez, Chairwoman, LPCA WalkChairwoman, LPCA Walk

    Bianca Cervantez

    Bianca serves as LPCA’s Pediatric Cancer Walk Committee Chair and enjoys planning this event to honor our patients and their families. She also enjoys baking, gardening, and her two puppies.

  • Mohamad Al-Rahawan, Professor of Hematology/OncologyProfessor of Hematology/Oncology

    Mohamad Al-Rahawan

    Mohamad is a professor of pediatric hematology/oncology at Texas Tech University Health Science Center. He grew up in Damascus, Syria and has lived in the United States since 1999. Mohamad enjoys writing and biking.

  • Patricia Crow, Professional CounselorProfessional Counselor

    Patricia Crow

    Patricia is a licensed professional counselor specializing in trauma therapy. She is a wife and mother of four, including a childhood cancer survivor. In addition to her work, she volunteers at Western Little League, is active in church, and enjoys traveling.

  • Amanda Knight, Operations Center ManagerOperations Center Manager

    Amanda Knight

    Amanda is the Operations Center Manager for the South Plains Oncology Consortium which conducts early phase clinical trials for both adult and pediatric cancer patients. She has been involved in oncology research for 20 years. She enjoys serving in the Children’s ministry at her church, gardening, and spending time with her family

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