JJCCC History

In 1976, 16-year old Jonathan Jaques inspired the creation of the Center by giving his life savings, $1,000, to his parents and asking them to help future children with cancer.

Although Jonathan lost his battle with cancer, his legacy lives on through the Center that was dedicated in his name in 1983.

Jonathan Jaques taught the world much about giving and sharing during his brief lifetime. His legacy endures as children and their families continue to receive innovative treatment, compassionate care and support at the Center that proudly bears the name of this young visionary…the Jonathan Jaques Children's Cancer Center.

Caring for Children With Cancer Throughout Their Journey For 25 Years

Tweny-five years later, the Jaques Family are still active supporters and have watched the Jonathan Jaques Cancer Center at Miller Children’s grow into a leading Center for pediatric oncology and hematology for the Long Beach, South Bay and surrounding communities. Today, JJCCC has seen a rise in newly diagnosed patients and more than 800 children a year with cancer and blood disorders are treated in the hematology/oncology unit at Miller Children’s. JJCCC continues to be a leader in the areas of research and treatment of brain tumors, leukemias, sickle cell and hemophilia. The Center continues to be a leader in the areas of research and treatment of brain tumors, leukemias, sickle cell and hemophilia.