Cancer Aid and Research Foundation Success Story: On November 24 2023, there was a distinct vibrancy in the crisp Mumbai air. CARF was not the same at the Byculla headquarters. For Children’s Day a day to celebrate the unbridled joy of childhood it was a wonderland transformed into something different. However, there was a unique reason for this celebration: it was meant to cheer up young people facing cancer challenges. Children gathered for a day unlike any other some with baldheads shining bravely others with colourful scarves adding a whimsical touch created an air of excitement that buzzed. Painting supplies crayons and the promise of good humour surrounded the creative haven that CARF had created.
A drawing contest was the day’s high point. It was not just about winning it was also about letting their inner artists loose and giving them the opportunity to use colours and shapes to represent the colourful world inside of them. A creative symphony emerged as they hunched over their papers brows furrowed in concentration. One young artist drew an imaginative castle a representation of power and hope.
Another demonstrated their unwavering spirit by covering the page in a vibrant playful explosion of colour. Every brushstroke and swirl revealed a narrative – one of tenacity and aspirations yearning to be realized. However, the contest encompassed more than just personal expression. It was about moments spent together and friendships formed in the face of hardship. Kids encouraged one another helped each other with colours and burst out laughing over inadvertent smudges. Their concerns appeared to vanish in that communal area to be replaced by the uncomplicated delight of creating and bonding.
The room was transformed into a colourful tapestry of artwork by the end of the day each piece bearing witness to the unbreakable spirit of childhood. The children’s eyes glowed with joy and that was the real masterpiece—not the work of art on paper.
Celebrating life bravery and the enduring human spirit that shines most brightly in the face of adversity CARFs Childrens Day celebration was more than just an art exhibit.
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The Cancer Aid and Research Foundation
Cancer Aid & Research Foundation – An Indian Charitable Organization – Established in the year 2001, it is a registered medical NGO and a non-profit Charitable Organization formed with the passionate endeavour of striving endlessly towards the welfare of underprivileged cancer patients, without distinction of religion or caste.
Since a decade, we have been reaching out to the poor and marginalized cancer patients all over India and have acquired the faith and trust of many poor families that approach us for assistance. Countless people have successfully completed their treatment and are leading a normal life.
Our aims & objectives lend constant support to the poor & needy of our society. We live by the motto of providing as much assistance to the poor patients who suffer from cancer and that they should not die merely for want of money.
The Journey of Cancer Aid and Research Foundation
Motivated by an incredibly intimate goal the Cancer Aid and Research Foundation (CARF) has grown from a one-room endeavour to a vital source of assistance for innumerable cancer sufferers. Established in 2001 as a tribute to a mother who succumbed to the illness CARF has personal experience with the devastation caused by cancer. The astounding statistics demonstrate their unwavering dedication: more than 14000 patients across 2000 hospitals have received medical and financial assistance totalling more than Rs. 21 crore. However, CARF offers more than simply cash support. They assist patients in navigating the complexity of their diagnosis and available treatments by providing free medical advice and counselling.
Aims Of the Trust
To provide monetary, medical and other assistance and help to the needy, deserving and poor people who are suffering from the dreaded disease of Cancer and cannot afford the medical / surgical treatment recommended by the specialist and thereby help them, as far as possible, to lead a healthy and normal life.
To work towards the total care of the cancer as a disease which includes:
- Spreading awareness of the dangers inherent in prevailing social practices such as chewing of pan / tobacco / gutka, smoking, early marriage, multiple pregnancies etc. which are responsible for approximately 70% cancer cases in India.
- To initiate steps for the early detection of cancer since it is curable in a majority of the cases with the treatment at that stage.
Their Achievement
1. More than seven Lakhs Pamphlets Distributed.
2. More than 1000 posters distributed.
3. More than 40 thousand stickers affixed
4. 6 lakhs and above bulletins sent
5. Conducted around 30-40 Free Medical Camps across Mumbai
6. Creator of slogan ‘UNITED AGAINST CANCER’
7. Conducted more than 65 CARF DRIVES on the streets of Mumbai to spread Cancer Awareness in last three years.
CANCER FREE INDIA!
