Calling All Artists!
Are you an Artist and a Cancer Survivor? You could see your masterpiece in print!!!!
2007 Magic of Life Artwork Painting by Pamela HardinThe Magic of Life Foundation is seeking artwork to be featured on all 18th Annual Magic of Life Celebration for Cancer Survivor materials. Your artwork could appear on t-shirts, posters, invitations, and the Magic of Life website.
The artist will be invited to join cancer survivors in celebration on September 28th and has traditionally autographed t-shirts at the event.
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Magic of Life Foundation Board Announces 18th Annual Magic of Life Cancer Survivor Celebration Event Date
The Board of Directors of the Magic of Life Foundation announced today that the 18th Annual Magic of Life celebration has been scheduled for Sunday, September 28, 2008 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Turner Field in Atlanta. The event will be held at the ballpark for the second consecutive year, due to last year’s resounding success.
Committee members include Erika Baube—Event Chair, Laura Snyder—Co-Chair, Jan Sohn—Fundraising Chair, Pauline Coke-Scott—Volunteer Chair, and Jenny Paynter—Marketing/ Public Relations Chair, as well as Dr. Wendy Lenz, Rebecca DiGiovanni, and Valerie Stephen.
Georgia Cancer Specialists, the largest community oncology practice in the Southeast, has again agreed to be a presenting sponsor of the event.
The event is designed for cancer survivors and family; registration will open in late summer 2008. Potential sponsors are invited to learn more about opportunities to support Magic of Life by contacting Jan Sohn, at Jan.sohn@gacancer.com or by phone at 770-262-0711.
Purpose
The purpose of the Magic of Life Foundation is to educate, inform and support individuals with cancer and those who care for them. The Foundation provides services aimed at improving cancer survivorship and quality of life from the time of diagnosis, throughout treatment, and in the years following completion of cancer care.
The services provided by Magic of Life Foundation include:
- Managing Cancer (for individuals newly diagnosed with cancer, and their caregivers)
- Alive and Thriving (for individuals who have completed cancer treatment, and their caregivers)
- Magic of Life Celebration (annual event for all cancer survivors)
Donations
The Magic of Life Foundation is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization and as such, depends on the generosity and support of the community to provide funding for our programming. Tax deductible donations can be made to:
The Magic of Life Foundation, Inc.
1835 Savoy Drive—Suite 300
Atlanta, GA 30341
ATTN: Rebecca DiGiovanni, Treasurer.
A Record 2,700 Attend 17th Annual Magic of Life Celebration for Cancer Survivors
Magic of Life Foundation and Georgia Cancer Specialists Present Largest Cancer Survivor Event in South
The 17th Annual Magic of Life Foundation Celebration (MOL) was held Sunday, September 30, at Atlanta’s Turner Field. The event, presented by Georgia Cancer Specialists (GCS) and the Magic of Life Foundation (MOLF), drew over 2,700 cancer survivors, friends, and family members.
As the largest cancer survivor event in the South, MOL gives survivors a chance to join together and celebrate their achievements and successes in the fight against the disease.
“People are living healthier lives in the face of a cancer diagnosis,” said Dr. Bruce Feinberg, GCS President and CEO. “Their stories are worthy of celebration.”
Dr. Wendy Lenz, Chair of MOLF, was thrilled to see so many survivors, friends, and family members enjoying the days activities.
“What a wonderful showing of hope,” Dr. Lenz said. “With each year, I am more and more inspired by the bravery and positivity these survivors display.”
Volunteers served hamburgers and hotdogs to event attendees. In addition, guests took tours of Turner Field and had access to park activities such as pitching and batting machines.
Dwane Dopsie and the Zydeco Hellraisers, from New Orleans, Louisiana, provided musical entertainment for the event.