Matt Ferguson – 2012 Oratorical Contest Winner
Matt Ferguson was named the Hillsboro Optimist club Oratorical winner for 2011-2012. He presented his speech to the group at our evening gathering in March and we were blown away by his presentation and passion for others. You can see more about Matt’s Chemo Bags at his website: mattschemobags.com/ He is currently presenting his oratorical at the regional and national level – good luck Matt!!
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| Matt Ferguson 2012 Winner |
The following is Matt’s own words on what he is planning for the future.
"My name is Matt Ferguson. I am 17 and a senior at Liberty High School. I am the All Student Body President at Liberty and I play Varsity football and baseball. In 2008 my mom was diagnosed with breast cancer. Our family’s life changed forever on that day. While visiting my mom at the oncology clinic I saw patient’s that were alone with no support of family and friends. I vowed to make sure cancer patient’s knew someone cared about them and their recovery. I created “Matt’s Chemo Bags” in 2008 and it was approved as a 501 (3) c organization in 2010. We provide chemo bags filled with comfort items to breast and ovarian cancer patients in Oregon, Washington and Northern California.
In August I will be attending Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff, Arizona. I will be studying business administration and non-profit management. With my awesome team of volunteers “Matt’s Chemo Bags” will continue serving cancer patients, one bag at a time. After college I hope to expand my organization nationwide."
