“Our founders, Nic and Jen, were both mothers of young children living with secondary breast cancer.

They met at a cancer event and quickly bonded over the shared challenge of how to talk to their children about their diagnosis, how much to say, and in what way. They agreed that secrecy could only lead to confusion and sadness in young, curious minds, and that openness, in an age-appropriate, guided way, was best. Drawing on their professional backgrounds, Jen as a teacher and Nic as a nurse, they created a set of A–Z flashcards covering cancer and healthcare topics, each with activities and discussion points designed for primary-aged children.

The cards were immediately welcomed by families and professionals alike. For the rest of their lives, Nic and Jen devoted themselves to developing more resources and reaching as many people as possible.

Jen passed away in 2022, and Nic in 2023. After their loss, a small group of family and friends gathered to reflect on their legacy and the future of The Little C Club. We have committed to pursuing charitable status, so their work,  born from friendship, courage, and love, continues to ease this painful challenge for families everywhere.”