DDF uses creative expression to inspire the next generation
of patient advocates.
FORT
LAUDERDALE, Fla., Aug. 6, 2024
/PRNewswire/ -- Debbie's Dream Foundation: Curing Stomach
Cancer (DDF) is excited to announce the return of the 2024 Youth
Art Contest. This annual initiative encourages young artists under
the age of 18 to channel their creativity while raising awareness
about stomach cancer, a cause passionately championed by the late
DDF Founder Debbie Zelman.
Starting on September 1, 2024, DDF
invites young artists and photographers to submit their original
works for a chance to be featured in DDF's line of blank greeting
cards. These cards help support DDF's mission to find a cure for
stomach cancer, with proceeds benefiting research, education, and
support for patients, families, and caregivers.
"We are thrilled to engage young artists in such a meaningful
way," said Andrea Eidelman, CEO of
DDF. "This annual contest not only fosters creativity but also
educates and inspires the next generation to contribute to the
fight against stomach cancer."
Each year, participants are encouraged to explore various
artistic mediums, including modern digital and AI-generated
techniques, to create original art and photography to capture the
theme of a world free from gastric cancer. Selected artworks will
be featured on DDF's greeting cards, accompanied by a brief
biography and photo of the artist. Winners will also receive a
$100 scholarship for their efforts.
All submissions, as digital scans, should be emailed to
Communications@DebbiesDream.org by October
31, 2024, at 11:59 p.m.
EST.
Detailed guidelines and more information can be found
at www.DebbiesDream.org/scholarship-contest.
About Debbie's Dream Foundation: Curing Stomach
Cancer
DDF is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated
to raising awareness about gastric cancer, advancing research
funding, and providing international education and support to
patients, families, and caregivers. DDF's ultimate goal is to make
the cure for stomach cancer a reality.
DDF was founded in 2009 by Debbie
Zelman after she was diagnosed with stage IV incurable
gastric cancer in 2008 and given only weeks to live. Debbie is
considered a pioneer by many for bringing awareness to the plight
of stomach cancer patients worldwide, as well as to the lack of
federal funding for stomach cancer research. She did all of this
while receiving hundreds of rounds of chemo and daily oral
treatments. Debbie passed away on December
23, 2017, at 50, almost a decade later. As a result of her
leadership, DDF now has a Scientific and Medical Advisory Board of
world-renowned doctors and chapters throughout the United States, and in Canada, Germany, and Japan. DDF strives to continue Debbie's
mission to make her dream a reality. To learn more, visit
www.DebbiesDream.org.
Media Contact:
Brittnay
Starks, Communications Director
Debbie's Dream Foundation: Curing Stomach Cancer
(954) 475-1200
381310@email4pr.com
www.DebbiesDream.org
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