September is our time to spread the word about ovarian cancer risk and prevention, rally for more scientific research, and make progress toward a cure for ovarian and related gynecologic cancers. Read on for ways you can get involved.
Here’s how you can make a difference this September
There are so many ways to bring us closer to a cure. Start an online fundraiser, attend or host an event, spread lifesaving prevention information, or make a donation to drive research breakthroughs.
Donate Toward OCRA’s September Fundraising Goal
Your gift has power. Every donation toward our $300,000 September fundraising goal helps OCRA to advocate for the gynecologic cancer community, fund research that can lead to better treatments, and support patients and families impacted by gynecologic cancer.
Get Inspired & Be a Real-Life OCRA Hero
“It’s my hope that my support of OCRA will encourage others to create their own way of giving back.”
Fundraising for OCRA is a great way to make an impact this September. Get inspired by Zack Irby, an OCRA Hero turning passion into purpose. A former broadcast journalist, he now runs his own bakery called Frosted by Zack, and has found new purpose in honoring a beloved friend and colleague lost to ovarian cancer.
“Susan Bahorich and I worked together at WDBJ7, the CBS affiliate in Roanoke, Virginia,” Zack explains. “She fought ovarian cancer for more than a decade and went public with her cancer journey on-air and on social media. She lost her fight on July 8, 2022 just three days shy of her 47th birthday.”
“Susan was my first anchor that I worked one-on-one with as a producer, and she brought so much joy to our weekend newscasts. She was a complete ray of sunshine. She was one-of-a-kind and a true storyteller. ”
Inspired by Susan’s sunny personality — and her love for Toll House- cookies — Zack created “Susan’s Sunshine Cookies,” a gourmet cookie with a teal drizzle and a sunflower decoration that quickly became a symbol of hope and a powerful fundraising tool.
What started as a local effort quickly expanded. “I initially thought I would sell a dozen or so cookies,” Zack says. “I never imagined it would go viral. I ended up selling close to 400 cookies and shipping to six states.”
To anyone considering their own fundraising campaign for OCRA, Zack has a message: “Just go for it. Being able to make a difference in the lives of so many people makes it all worth it.” Whether you’re baking and selling cookies, organizing an event, or finding another way to raise funds, your efforts can bring hope and resources to those affected by ovarian cancer.
Start your fundraiser today. Have questions? Send us an email and we’ll help you get started.
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Share ovarian cancer facts and raise awareness about prevention
As we strive for better treatments and a cure, advocate for our community, and support those facing this disease, prevention is a critical tool in the fight against ovarian cancer. We need you to help spread the word about ovarian cancer risk factors, genetic testing and prevention.
Right-click and save to download these risk and prevention graphics, and share on your social media channels to educate more women. Scroll down to find sample captions to copy and paste into your posts.
Caption 1:
Knowing your ovarian cancer risk could save your life. Visit ocrahope.org/ovcamonth to find out what crucial steps to take today.
Caption 2:
No early detection test exists for ovarian cancer, but you can dramatically reduce your risk by being proactive. Visit ocrahope.org/ovcamonth to learn about a revolutionary approach to prevention—and how it’s saving lives.
Caption 3:
You have the power to potentially protect yourself against ovarian cancer. Visit ocrahope.org/ovcamonth to find out how to significantly reduce your risk.
Ovarian Cancer Quiz
Test your knowledge about ovarian cancer risk and prevention. Share on your social media channels to spread the word for Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month.
Together we can make a difference!
