The Kirtland Cancer Foundation has awarded four scholarships to area students. To qualify, students must be a cancer patient, a cancer survivor, or have an immediate family member with cancer.
Dr. Howard Kirtland established the foundation in 2005. The Foundation assists Venango County cancer patients who have been newly diagnosed and are currently undergoing treatment. The assistance is available regardless of who the attending physician is or where the treatment is received.
The following students have each been awarded a $1,000 scholarship: Devon Klingler—grad student at Gannon University; Emily Steigerwald—attending Clarion University; Alecia Domer—attending Gannon University; and Colton Sutley—attending Clarion University.
Call 814-437-1305 to inquire about assistance and visit www.kirtlandcancerfoundation.org and follow the Foundation on Facebook for more information.
Fashion Show
A benefit Fashion Show is scheduled for Saturday, October 10 at 10 a.m. at the Crawford Center in Emlenton.
“This is a way for us to continue our mother’s legacy in honor of Dr. Kirtland, our parents, and other family members,” said Amy Whitehill of Amy’s Closet.
Amy and her sisters are excited to support the Kirtland Cancer Foundation. Proceeds from tickets sales and a donated portion of sales will allow the Kirtland Cancer Foundation to make a difference in the community by providing continued financial support to those in need.
The costs related to cancer treatments place a significant amount of stress on patients and their families. The stress of financial concerns may lead to negative results concerning the patient’s physical and psychological health, affecting the success of the treatment. The Kirtland Cancer Foundation seeks to provide charitable assistance through a quick approval process, allowing the patient and their families to focus on their cancer treatment.
Enjoy an afternoon of fall fashions, refreshments, and fun with friends. Support the Kirtland Cancer Foundation by purchasing tickets at Amy’s Closet or by phone (724) 867-0693. Limited seats available to follow CDC Guidelines.
This article was published in the Venango Chamber’s September 2020 VenangoWorks! Newsletter.