### Art Raffle Organized to Support Camelia García
The collective “United for Camelia’s Health” announced on Monday, September 9, that an art raffle will be held to benefit the Tijuana writer and journalist, Camelia Elizabeth García Arellano, who has been battling ovarian cancer since 2020.
“Earlier this year, news of Camelia’s condition was shared, prompting the artistic and journalistic communities both locally and in Mexico City, where Camelia now resides, to form ‘United for Camelia’s Health.’ The collective aims to raise donations for her treatment,” stated a representative. Despite efforts, the campaign fell short of its 400,000 pesos goal. To continue assisting with her medical expenses, Laura Jáuregui, a Tijuana editor and friend of Camelia, is coordinating the raffle alongside other collective members. A generous group of artists have donated eight pieces of artwork to be raffled off.
In February 2024, the collective provided an update on Camelia’s situation: “At the beginning of the pandemic in 2020, Camelia was diagnosed with stage III C ovarian cancer with a prognosis of three months to live. However, her strength and tremendous faith have allowed her to push through multiple chemotherapies and surgeries. Currently, Camelia, who lives in Mexico City, is still undergoing chemotherapy for liver metastasis. Doctors believe this new round of chemo is the best approach to combat the tumors, potentially avoiding a major surgery that would require intensive care.”
Now in September, to support Camelia, renowned artists such as Francisco Morales, Rocío Hoffmann, Teresa López Avedoy, Carlos Martínez, Felipe Posada, Hans Giébe, Daniel GM, and Milagros a Mano have come together to contribute their work for the raffle.
“Four prizes will be raffled among participants in Tijuana and surrounding areas, and four others for those in Mexico City and its surrounding areas. If the winner does not reside in these cities, the prize will be sent to their location. Tickets cost 150 pesos and can be purchased through the following methods in the name of Camelia Elizabeth García Arellano:
– Banco Azteca CLABE account: 1271 8001 3371 051714
– SPIN card (for OXXO deposits): 4217 4700 0476 5505
After making a payment, participants should send their receipt via social media on the Facebook or Instagram pages of “United for Camelia’s Health” or via WhatsApp to Laura Jáuregui at (664) 341-6745.
The raffle will take place on Sunday, October 6, through a live broadcast on Facebook Live on the ‘United for Camelia’s Health’ account. For more information, you can email [email protected] or contact them through Facebook and Instagram: #UnitedForCamellasHealth.
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### Secondary Article: Community Rallies Behind Camelia García with Fundraising Efforts
In addition to the art raffle, several community-driven initiatives have emerged to support Camelia García in her ongoing battle with ovarian cancer. Local and national artists, journalists, and community leaders have come together to organize various events, including benefit concerts, writing workshops, and online fundraising campaigns.
Moreover, friends and supporters in Mexico City have started a series of poetry readings, wherein proceeds from book sales and donations directly contribute to Camelia’s medical fund. Renowned poets and authors, believing in the cause, have joined these readings, increasing both awareness and financial support.
Camelia’s story has touched many, inspiring collective efforts across cities. The love and solidarity shown by everyone involved underscore the profound impact Camelia has had on her community, both as a talented writer and a beloved human being.
For continuous updates on fundraising efforts and support events, visit the dedicated Facebook and Instagram pages and search for the hashtag #SupportCamelia. Every contribution helps in this vital effort to ensure Camelia receives the best possible treatment.