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Overview
A common and unifying experience for many people after ostomy surgery is the feeling that they can once again lead a normal life. The Great Comebacks® Program recognizes these individuals who are inspirational, both in their personal lives and in their contributions to their communities.
Anyone who has overcome the difficulties of living with Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis), colorectal cancer, or an ostomy, and whose story can encourage others, is eligible for the Great Comebacks® Awards Program.
Through the awards, and the efforts of the recipients, we hope to further de-stigmatize intestinal diseases and ostomy surgery and help give people the hope, guidance and the information they need to make their own Great Comeback®.
If you, or anyone you know, would like to participate in one of our three award programs please click on the appropriate link below for more information and an application.
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The Great Comebacks® Awards — Recognizing adults who have inflammatory bowel disease, colorectal cancer and/or ostomy surgery. This year, four regional winners will be recognized at special events and award presentations across the country, culminating in a national ceremony where all recipients will be honored and the national winner will be named and presented with The Glass Eagle, handcrafted by designer James Houston at the world-renowned Steuben glassworks.
Ina Brudnick Award — Given in memory of pioneering stoma care nurse Ina Brudnick, this year the program will award $1,000 prizes to four deserving students. Students must be 24 years of age or younger, intend to pursue a higher education, and have undergone ostomy surgery and/or have Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis.
Comeback Kids Awards — Recognizing three young people between the ages of seven and 17 who, despite having Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, or an ostomy, live active productive lives while managing their illness.
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Great Comebacks® Award Entry Information
Who should apply?Anyone who has overcome the difficulties of living with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis), colorectal cancer, and/or an ostomy and whose story can encourage others.
How are the winners chosen? When do I need to submit my application?Recipients of the Great Comebacks® Awards and the Ina Brudnick Award are chosen by the Great Comebacks® Advisory Committee. The deadline for applications to the Great Comebacks® and Ina Brudnick Award Programs is July 15, 2008.
The Comeback Kids Award recipients are chosen by a committee of judges selected by the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America (CCFA). The deadline for applications to the Comeback Kids awards program will be in the fall of 2008.
Recipients will be chosen and notified by late September, 2008. All recipients may be invited to participate in Great Comebacks® special events, media opportunities, and programs during the course of the year, depending on their availability.
Great Comebacks® Awards and Comeback Kids Application Forms
To apply for the Comeback Kids Award please contact the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation at 800-932-2423 or www.ccfa.org. To apply for the Great Comebacks® or Ina Brudnick Awards, please click here.
In addition to the online forms on this page, applications are also available by calling (858) 259-2092.
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Great Comebacks® Advisory Board and Award Committee
Rolf BenirschkeHonorary ChairmanNational Spokesperson, CCFAFormer NFL PlacekickerSan Diego Chargers
Al Geiberger Honorary Co-ChairmanNational Spokesperson, CCFASenior PGA Tour Member (“Mr. 59”)
Marvin BushNational Spokesperson, CCFAInvestment Firm PartnerBrother of President George W. Bush
Victor W. Fazio, MB, MS, FRACS, FACSChairman of Colorectal SurgeryThe Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Mary Ann MobleyNational Spokesperson, CCFAActress/Former Miss America
Peter NielsenNBC-TV Fitness Host and Former Mr. International Universe National Spokesperson, CCFA
Suzanne RosenthalCo-Founder, CCFAChairperson of the Board Emeritus
Nimisha Savani Director, Corporate Marketing and Professional Relations ConvaTec
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Overview
A common and unifying experience for many people after ostomy surgery is the feeling that they can once again lead a normal life. The Great Comebacks® Program recognizes these individuals who are inspirational, both in their personal lives and in their contributions to their communities.
Anyone who has overcome the difficulties of living with Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis), colorectal cancer, or an ostomy, and whose story can encourage others, is eligible for the Great Comebacks® Awards Program.
Through the awards, and the efforts of the recipients, we hope to further de-stigmatize intestinal diseases and ostomy surgery and help give people the hope, guidance and the information they need to make their own Great Comeback®.
If you, or anyone you know, would like to participate in one of our three award programs please click on the appropriate link below for more information and an application.
> Back to Top
Categories
The Great Comebacks® Awards — Recognizing adults who have inflammatory bowel disease, colorectal cancer and/or ostomy surgery. This year, four regional winners will be recognized at special events and award presentations across the country, culminating in a national ceremony where all recipients will be honored and the national winner will be named and presented with The Glass Eagle, handcrafted by designer James Houston at the world-renowned Steuben glassworks.
Ina Brudnick Award — Given in memory of pioneering stoma care nurse Ina Brudnick, this year the program will award $1,000 prizes to four deserving students. Students must be 24 years of age or younger, intend to pursue a higher education, and have undergone ostomy surgery and/or have Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis.
Comeback Kids Awards — Recognizing three young people between the ages of seven and 17 who, despite having Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, or an ostomy, live active productive lives while managing their illness.
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Great Comebacks® Award Entry Information
Who should apply?Anyone who has overcome the difficulties of living with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis), colorectal cancer, and/or an ostomy and whose story can encourage others.
How are the winners chosen? When do I need to submit my application?Recipients of the Great Comebacks® Awards and the Ina Brudnick Award are chosen by the Great Comebacks® Advisory Committee. The deadline for applications to the Great Comebacks® and Ina Brudnick Award Programs is July 15, 2008.
The Comeback Kids Award recipients are chosen by a committee of judges selected by the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America (CCFA). The deadline for applications to the Comeback Kids awards program will be in the fall of 2008.
Recipients will be chosen and notified by late September, 2008. All recipients may be invited to participate in Great Comebacks® special events, media opportunities, and programs during the course of the year, depending on their availability.
Great Comebacks® Awards and Comeback Kids Application Forms
To apply for the Comeback Kids Award please contact the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation at 800-932-2423 or www.ccfa.org. To apply for the Great Comebacks® or Ina Brudnick Awards, please click here.
In addition to the online forms on this page, applications are also available by calling (858) 259-2092.
> Back to Top
Great Comebacks® Advisory Board and Award Committee
Rolf BenirschkeHonorary ChairmanNational Spokesperson, CCFAFormer NFL PlacekickerSan Diego Chargers
Al Geiberger Honorary Co-ChairmanNational Spokesperson, CCFASenior PGA Tour Member (“Mr. 59”)
Marvin BushNational Spokesperson, CCFAInvestment Firm PartnerBrother of President George W. Bush
Victor W. Fazio, MB, MS, FRACS, FACSChairman of Colorectal SurgeryThe Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Mary Ann MobleyNational Spokesperson, CCFAActress/Former Miss America
Peter NielsenNBC-TV Fitness Host and Former Mr. International Universe National Spokesperson, CCFA
Suzanne RosenthalCo-Founder, CCFAChairperson of the Board Emeritus
Nimisha Savani Director, Corporate Marketing and Professional Relations ConvaTec
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