Short Folks for Hope Foundation

On July 15, 2010, at 44 years of age, Kristen Short was diagnosed with stage IIb, grade 2 ductal and invasive breast cancer with lymph node involvement. Kristen is a singer/songwriter, wife to Chris and mother of three. After months of surgeries, chemotherapy, radiation, and ongoing chemoprevention and recovery from cancer treatment, she is thankfully currently in remission. Through her cancer journey, she has met many courageous cancer warriors and kind caregivers and supporters who inspire her and give her hope. Kristen desires to help others impacted by cancer and to inspire youth to spread hope and make a difference in their communities. In 2012 Kristen made this heartfelt desire a reality and founded Short Folks For Hope Foundation.

The mission of Short Folks For Hope Foundation is to empower, encourage and celebrate cancer warriors with our special projects. Click the highlights tab to learn more about all of our projects.

In 2011 Kristen wrote and released the song and video ''Chairs'' about her cancer journey. The song is dedicated to The Dempsey Center, and 100% of the song proceeds is donated to The Dempsey Center and Short Folks For Hope Foundation. The song is featured on the Dempsey Center and Sea Siren Music YouTube channels and is available on iTunes, Amazon.com, CD Baby and other retailers.

• The Annual Vivian St. Onge Memorial Rickshaw Team at the Dempsey Challenge Cycling Event
• The Hope Bear Project
• Allie Short?s Children?s Hospital Project/Lagoona?s Angels
• Wishes For Hope
• Cool Treats for Charity

• Kristen Short