Dr. Scott Kamelle Award for Ovarian Cancer Survivors

Honoring Resilience, Celebrating Strength

The Dr. Scott Kamelle Award for Ovarian Cancer Survivors is a prestigious $1,000 award designed to recognize and celebrate the resilience and strength of women who have overcome ovarian cancer. The award aims to provide a platform for survivors to share their inspiring stories with others and contribute to raising awareness about ovarian cancer.

Scholarship Overview

The Dr. Scott Kamelle Award for Ovarian Cancer Survivors is a distinguished recognition created to celebrate the incredible strength and perseverance of women who have triumphed over ovarian cancer. This $1,000 award, awarded through an essay competition, provides a meaningful opportunity for one deserving survivor to share their powerful journey. Established by Dr. Scott Kamelle, a renowned expert in Gynecologic Oncology, this award not only honors individual victories but also aims to inspire and raise awareness within the broader ovarian cancer community.

Criteria

Eligibility:

  • Applicants must be ovarian cancer survivors who have completed their treatment and are in remission.
  • The award is open to women of all ages and from all backgrounds who have faced ovarian cancer.
  • There are no specific academic or professional requirements for applying; the focus is on personal experience and resilience.

Essay Requirements:

  • Applicants must submit an essay detailing their journey as an ovarian cancer survivor.
  • The essay should reflect on the challenges faced during treatment, the triumphs achieved, and the lessons learned through the experience.
  • Applicants should discuss how overcoming ovarian cancer has shaped their life and how they have used their experience to inspire and help others.
  • Essays should be compelling, authentic, and no longer than 1,000 words.

Amount

One time award of $1,000

Deadline

The deadline to apply for the scholarship is September  15, 2025.

Winner Announced

The winner for the scholarship will be announced October 15, 2025.

How to Apply

  1. Write Your Essay: Compose an essay detailing your journey as an ovarian cancer survivor. Highlight your challenges, triumphs, and how this experience has shaped your outlook on life. Essays should be compelling, authentic, and no longer than 1,000 words.
  2. Submit Your Application: Email your essay along with your name, contact information, and a brief personal introduction to [email protected].
  3. Application Deadline: Be sure to submit your essay before the deadline to be considered for the award. Late submissions will not be accepted.
  4. Award Announcement: The winner will be announced on the award’s official website and contacted directly via email.

For any inquiries or additional information, please reach out to [email protected].

Along with the essay, please provide the following information:

  • Full Name
  • Phone Number
  • Address
  • Email Address
  • Name of High School and Graduation Date
  • The University that you are currently enrolled in.
  • Personal Bio
  • GPA