Our founder, kristen short
About Us
Short Folks For Hope Foundation is a 501(c)(3) cancer support charity founded by breast cancer survivor Kristen Short. Kristen is a singer/songwriter, wife to Chris and mother of three. Through Kristen's cancer journey, which began July 15, 2010, 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 be involved in charitable efforts, and she founded Short Folks For Hope Foundation September 6, 2012.
From the onset of Kristen's cancer journey, she realized how much a cancer diagnosis affects the entire family, and she and her family are dedicated to fostering hope and offering support to individuals and families impacted by cancer.
Short Folks For Hope Foundation - Supporting the Cancer Community and Serving Up Hope...Family Style!
Kristen Short Music & Awards:
In 2011 Kristen wrote and released the song and video "Chairs" about her cancer journey. She dedicated the song to the Patrick Dempsey Center for Cancer Hope & Healing (now named Dempsey Center). One hundred percent of "Chairs" music downloads (available on the www.kristenshort.com website and other digital retailers) benefits Short Folks For Hope Foundation and Dempsey Center. See the video at https://shortfolks.org/videos.
In October 2012 Kristen was named the Amgen Breakaway From Cancer Survivor Award recipient (now known as The Amanda Dempsey Award) at the 2012 Dempsey Challenge.
In 2014 Kristen wrote and released the song, "Smile," dedicated to late Short Folks For Hope Foundation Board member Vivian St. Onge. One hundred percent of "Smile" music downloads (available on the www.kristenshort.com website and other digital retailers) benefits Short Folks For Hope Foundation.
In September 2019, Kristen was awarded as one of Maine's Coast 93.1 "20 Outstanding Women" of 2019. Listen to Kristen's interview here.
On July 15, 2025, Kristen will celebrate her 15th cancerversary and is currently in remission. She is grateful for all the love, support and prayers she has received!
"Every day is a gift...what will you do with your gift today?" Kristen Short