Childhood Cancer Awareness Month | MY HERO

Fannie Lou Hamer by Robert Shetterly

From the Americans Who Tell the Truth portrait series

was known as the queen of the Leica

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MY HERO Project seeks unique works of art by professional and student artists that celebrate the lives and courageous acts of heroes who work to promote change by positively affecting others and their communities. Completed artwork should reflect thoughtful ideas to show how the selected hero demonstrates heroic action and creates positive social change.

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Childhood Cancer Month

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Chords2Cure - a student-centric organization dedicated to raising funds for Pediatric Cancer Research

Family Fundraising - Chords2Cure

By: Abigail Richardson

Tori Degan

'Make a Wish' is a film is about Tori Degen, a high schooler who went through two bouts with cancer and now dedicates her time to charity functions. She is involved with the Make A Wish Foundation, as well as other events including Relay for Life.

Make A Wish

By: Jamie Hancock, Olivia Van Slyke & Katie Rabun

Watch this film about Tori, a two-time cancer survivor who volunteers with charity organizations

Tori Degen

By: Lillie from Quakertown, New Jersey

Read this story about Tori Degen, a two-time cancer survivor who shares her story to help others in need.

Locks

'Locks' is a touching story that reminds us not to be limited by preconceived notions. A brother makes a decision to change his image for the love of his sister. Directed by MY HERO Film Festival winner Ryan Coogler.

Locks

Produced by:Ryan Coogler & Francisco Kosterlitz

Director Ryan Coogler ("Creed," "Black Panther") won the 2010 Student Narrative Award at the MY HERO International Film Festival for this short "Locks."

More Stories

Andrew McMahon

By: Matthew Kohler ~ Ohdela 12th Grade

"Sometimes your circumstances suck, but life doesn't." - Andrew McMahon

Annie Bartosz

By: Samantha Budney, Natasa Zuza, and Autumn Hackett

Terry Fox

By: Andy from British Columbia, Canada

Terry Fox was a Canadian athlete, humanitarian and cancer research activist who inspired nations through his courage and tenacity.

James Azarian

By: Rebecca

James Azarian beat leukemia with a bone marrow transplant in sixth grade.

Links

Children's Cancer and Leukemia Group

Children with Cancer

Cure Childhood Cancer

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Organizer created on 8/30/2022 1:55:12 PM by Abigail Richardson

Last edited 8/30/2023 2:02:55 PM by Abigail Richardson

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