10 years ago, Doug Ulman, a 19 year-old Howard County resident, was diagnosed with cancer. Frustrated by the lack of support programs or literature directed to the needs of young adults affected by cancer, Doug and his family created the Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults.
An estimated 65,000 young people between the ages of 15 – 39 are diagnosed with cancer each year, facing unique challenges specific to their age group. Today, there are more than 400 cancer organizations in the United States, but few focus solely on the needs of this demographic, leaving young adults one of the most underserved populations of people living with cancer.
The Ulman Cancer Fund is now a leading voice in the fight against young adult cancer. The organization enhances lives by supporting, educating and connecting young adults and their loved ones. In 2007, the Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults is celebrating its 10th year of service to the young adult cancer community. Now a three-time survivor, Doug has dedicated his life to supporting individuals affected by cancer.
Together with its network of friends, survivors, and other support organizations in the cancer community, the Ulman Cancer Fund envisions a world in which all young adults affected by cancer will have the support and access to resources that they need to thrive.
All proceeds from 10 - THE EVENT, will allow the Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults to continue helping young people affected by cancer and their families. A majority of funds raised will be used to support the organization’s growing National College Scholarship Program, implementation of its Young Adult Patient Navigator Program and to enhance its local and national advocacy efforts.
We Support, Educate and Connect Young Adults Affected by Cancer.
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For more information on the Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults visit www.ulmancancerfund.org.