Traveling Photo Exhibit to Focus on Dorian Murray & 19 Other Kids With Pediatric Cancer
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Traveling Photo Exhibit to Focus on Dorian Murray & 19 Other Kids With Pediatric Cancer
“The #DStrong movement was so powerful and demonstrated what can be done when we come together as a global community. If this campaign can make an important contribution in the fight to eliminate pediatric cancer, then I will be truly grateful that Dorian’s short-time in the world spotlight was for a meaningful purpose,” said Melissa Murray, Dorian’s Mom and President of the Dorian J. Murray Foundation.
The exhibit will start on September 3, 2016 to mark the Childhood Cancer Awareness Month at the Ocean House and will continue at locations all across the state through the end of October. The shows are open to all ages with a $10 donation suggestion. All proceeds will benefit the Dorian J. Murray Foundation.
GET THE LATEST BREAKING NEWS HERE -- SIGN UP FOR GOLOCAL FREE DAILY EBLASTThe schedule is as follows:
September 3 - The Ocean House
September 9-18 - Candita Clayton Gallery, Pawtucket
September 24 – Carolyn’s Sakonnet Vineyard – Little Compton
October 1 - Biltmore Hotel, Providence- partnered with the 5th Annual Izzy Gala
October 29 - Jamestown Art Center
According to the National Cancer Institute, over 15,000 children ages 0-19 are diagnosed with cancer in the United States each far, yet the amount of research funding that goes to finding a cure for pediatric cancer accounts for just 3.8% of all cancer research dollars.
“Pediatric cancer impacts families in ways that most people cannot begin to imagine. It is our hope that through this campaign, our community will better understand the challenges faced by the families of these children and will join us in working together to increase funding aimed at finding a cure for this devastating illness,” said Wickford-based photographer Robyn Ivy, a friend of the Murray family who took the iconic ‘boxing’ photo of Dorian that helped draw attention to his fight.
Get Involved
For those who want to become involved, they can attend the show, make a financial contribution, become a sponsors or become affiliated with local organizations like the Izzy Foundation and the Tomorrow Fund.
For updates on additional shows and more information click here.
#DStrong All Over The World
Thousands gather at Misquamicut Beach
Photo courtesy of Tim Yakaitis/DroneOn
Wheel of Fortune's Vanna White
"We love you Dorian! #DStrong"
Photo courtesy of Vanna White's Facebook page
Adam Sandler
New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski
Photo courtesy of Prayers for Dorian Facebook page
Justin Bieber
New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft
Photo courtesy of Prayers for Dorian Facebook page
Legendary Comic Book Writer Stan Lee
Photo courtesy of Facebook
#dstrong from Kenya
Photo courtesy of Henry Maitha on twitter
Jimmy Baron Jr. and Proximus Spirou in Belgium
Photo courtesy of Spirou basketball on twitter
Staff of the China Daily newspaper
Photo courtesy of bbc
Providence Public Safety
Rock 95 in Australia
Photo courtesy of Prayers for Dorian Facebook Page
Conan O'Brien
"Westerly kids have to stick together. Stay strong, Dorian, we are all thinking of you! #DStrong"
Photo courtesy of Conan O Brien's Twitter account
From the Great Wall of China
Photo courtesy of the Prayers for Dorian facebook page
Paula Abdul
Photo courtesy of Paula Abdul's twitter account
Navigant Credit Union
Photo courtesy of Navigant
U.S. Ambassador to China Max Baucus and wife Melodee Hanes
Photo courtesy of USMissionCN Twitter
Former Red Sox Play-by-Play Man Don Orsillo
"Thoughts are with you #dstrong."
Photo courtesy of Don Orsillo's twitter account
Providence College Friars men's basketball
Photo courtesy of PC men's basketball twitter
Former New England Patriot Patrick Pass
Photo courtesy of Prayers for Dorian Facebook page
Senator Jack Reed
"Dorian: You have a megawatt smile & you’re inspiration to many. Stay #DStrong!"
Photo courtesy of Jack Reed's Twiter account
Connecticut State Police
Photo courtesy of Connecticut State Police twitter
Former New England Patriot Lawyer Milloy
Photo courtesy of Prayers for Dorian Facebook Page
Governor Gina Raimondo
"Rhode Island is staying strong for our hero Dorian #DStrong"
Photo courtesy of Gina Raimondo's twitter account
Providence Fire Department
Photo courtesy of Providence Fire Deparment's facebook
Rhode Island State Police
"You're a trooper, Dorian. We support #DStrong."
Photo courtesy of Rhode Island State Police Twitter account
Mystic Aquarium
Photo Courtesy of Prayers for Dorian Facebook page
Providence Bruins Players Tommy Cross and Brandon DeFazio
Photo courtesy of Providence Bruins on twitter
Rhode Island State Police K9
Photo courtesy of RI State Police Twitter
Johnson & Wales Men's Basketball Team
"We are proud to honor Dorian Murray in his D Strong campaign! He has been fighting cancer since he was 4. He is currently 8 now and the doctors told him there is nothing more that they can do. Dorions last wish is to become famous with the hashtag#dstrong Anything is possible so we think we should all make it happen. He has already taken the internet by storm so let's keep it going. Prayers go out to your family. Stay strong. We love you!��
JWU basketball is #DSTRONG"
Photo courtesy of Facebook
Narragansett Beer
"Stronger than the tallest of boys. #dstrong"
Photo courtesy of Narragansett Beer twitter
DSTRONG in Ghana
Photo courtesy of twitter
Hot 96.9 in Boston
Photo Courtesy of twitter
NE Revs Star Charlie Davies
"Dorian is eight years old and has been battling cancer. Support Dorian's dream of becoming famous!!"
Photo courtesy of Charlie Davies twitter
Boston University Women's Hockey
Music Star Lance Bass of NSYNC Fame
"I stand with Dorian! #DStrong #D-Strong"
Photo courtesy of Lance Bass' Twitter account
URI Rams Men's Basketball Team
"We are thinking of you Dorian #DStrong"
Photo courtesy of URI twitter
Congressman Jim Langevin
"Dorian is such a brave young man & I hope his wish comes true #DStrong"
Photo courtesy of Jim Langevin's twitter account
Hasbro Hospital Staff
"Members of our Oncology staff: proud to show support for & be part of #DStrong movement. #PrayingforDorian."
Photo courtesy of Hasbro Hospital's twitter
Bryant University Men's Hockey
Rhode Island EMA
"RIEMA stands with Dorian and his family! Don't just be strong, be #DStrong"
Photo courtesy of RI EMA on twitter
URI Fans at The Ryan Center
"Rhody Nation is #DStrong!"
Photo courtesy of URI on twitter
TD Garden
"Sending our love and support to Dorian Murray! We're all thinking of you. #DStrong"
Photo courtesy of TD Garden twitter account
James Woods
Photo courtesy of Woods' Twitter
Actor Kevin James
Photo courtesy of Facebook
Patriots Linebacker Jerod Mayo
Photo courtesy of Jerod Mayo's Twitter account
