About CKMC Founded in 2011, is a Texas based 501 (c)3 charitable organization. CKMC was created in memory of Carter Kettner. At age 5, he was diagnosed with inoperable brain cancer. The organization was named after a phrase that Carter often said. He called his backside his “cooley,” which is Italian slang for “rear end.” He would sing, “cancer kiss my cooley!”, while pointing to his backside. After Carter earned his angel wings, the phrase took on a new meaning. We tell cancer to “KISS IT!” Live your lives with cancer; but fight, make memories and keep HOPE.
CKMC is led and operated by unpaid board of Directors.
Our founding mission is to create special moments and lasting memories for families living with pediatric brain tumors through our KISS of HOPE® program. In 2018 we expanded our mission to include funding of brain cancer clinical research trials. Our KISS of HOPE program is something very special. It is a personal experience, customized for each child referred to us. It can be delivered in many ways such as a family trip, medical bill assistance, meeting their favorite idol or superhero, or other means to support the child’s emotional and physical wellness.
Every COFFEE purchased supports us by providing $5 directly back on each product sold. Just think what this could do to help raise funding to support various activities. Plus have a delicious COFFEE to support various military programs and services.
Your purchase also supports Bridging the Gap for Veterans (501C3 organization) and the military community with Career Transition Programs and Coaching Services, providing Back the Blue Scholarships to veterans who are in the police academy, hosting Operation Suit Up for free business attire for the military community, and help fund service dog and SPCA Veteran Pet Adoption programs for the rescue of companion animals.
