Andre Sobel Award
Young people who are diagnosed with a life threatening illness experience an extraordinary journey and one common consequence is isolation from their peers.
In recognition of Andre’s struggle with this challenge, and realizing that this happens all too often for others, the Andre Sobel River of Life Foundation offers an annual Essay Award to young survivors of a catastrophic illness as a chance to express the reality of their experiences.
A $5,000 cash award will be presented to the first place winner, with additional prizes going to second and third place winners. Participants must be between the ages of 12 and 21. This year, participants are being asked to respond to the topic:
“Things I’ve needed to tell you: My experience facing illness and how it has changed me.”
Writers also have the option to submit an essay in conjunction with a companion essay, written by a close friend or relative.
Submissions will be accepted until April 1, and winners will be notified by July 1, 2010.
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