Children of parents diagnosed with cancer often assume additional responsibilities inside, and outside of the home. Despite the added challenges, many children continue to excel both socially and academically - a sign of resilience.
Historically, Black and African American families have been disproportionately affected in various ways as a result of serious health conditions and the costs associated with treatment. The Helix Scholarship offers support to such families preparing children for college. The first scholarship was awarded to a Maryland high school student in 2021.
Tresa Fitch Drakeford, R.N., ESQ., Founder
In 2019, I founded Helix to celebrate the 10-year breast cancer "ship"-Survivorship, Thriver-ship and Warriorship. Since the diagnosis, there has been, and continues to be, a supportive village (spouse, family and lifelong friends).
From the beginning, the most notable and resilient* of all supporters have been my children. In recognition
In 2019, I founded Helix to celebrate the 10-year breast cancer "ship"-Survivorship, Thriver-ship and Warriorship. Since the diagnosis, there has been, and continues to be, a supportive village (spouse, family and lifelong friends).
From the beginning, the most notable and resilient* of all supporters have been my children. In recognition of my children, and in celebration of the village, The Helix Scholarship Foundation exists today.
*The helix (shape) represents resilience.