1. To assist families living in northern British Columbia and East Kootenays who are unable to meet exceptional medical costs related to the needs of their child (up to 19 years of age).
2. To assist families with non-medical costs arising as a direct result of their child’s medical condition, including travel and accommodation.
3. To assist as a coordinator amongst other organizations and service clubs.
4. To provide information surrounding resources and types of support that may be available to assist a family’s needs.

Friends of Children is NOT limited to one specific diagnosis. Instead, it considers the demand an ailment places on the family when providing information, resources, financial links, or financial assistance to families.