Join us to make a difference this September!
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. 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
Fundraising for OCRA is a great way to make an impact this September. Get inspired by Erin M., an OCRA Hero turning passion into purpose.
Erin, a 911 dispatcher in the Chicago suburbs, was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in May 2024. This September, she’s turning her diagnosis into a mission to raise awareness and support research that can bring us closer to a cure.
On September 6th, Erin is hosting an OCRA fundraiser in her community, and the support has been overwhelming. Police, fire, and dispatch teams from three departments have rallied behind her — wrapping a patrol car with an ovarian cancer awareness design, wearing teal duty shirts all month, organizing t-shirt sales, and making generous donations.
Whether organizing an event, sharing a personal fundraising page, or finding another way to make a difference, 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.
Ovarian & Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month Social Media Toolkits
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. OCRA also provides free genetic testing for those who qualify.
Ovarian Cancer Prevention & Risk Graphics
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:
It’s Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. Take action now to reduce your ovarian cancer risk—it could save your life: ocrahope.org/ovcamonth
Caption 2:
Ovarian cancer has no early detection test—but a breakthrough prevention method is saving lives: ocrahope.org/ovcamonth
Gynecologic Cancer Facts Graphics
Right-click and save to download these infographics, and share on your social media channels to spread the word about gynecologic cancer risk factors and proactive steps to take today. Scroll down to find sample captions to copy and paste into your posts.
Caption 1:
Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month is here. Be proactive—know your risk and next steps: ocrahope.org/gyncancers
Caption 2:
Prevention is key in fighting gynecologic cancers. Empower yourself & others with this vital information: ocrahope.org/gyncancers
About Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance
OCRA is the largest global organization dedicated to fighting ovarian and gynecologic cancers while supporting patients and families. Since 1994, OCRA has invested over $137 million in research, helped secure $3.8 billion in federal research and education funding, and supports 95,000 individuals annually.
In 2025, OCRA saw an 80% increase in grant applications — proof that our momentum is real and growing. Learn more about our research, our FREE support and education programs for survivors and loved ones, and our advocacy initiatives.
Ovarian Cancer and Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Colors
Teal represents ovarian cancer awareness, and purple represents gynecologic cancer awareness. By wearing or displaying teal and purple ribbons in September, in addition to sharing our risk and prevention graphics, you can make a difference in September.
World Ovarian Cancer Day
World Ovarian Cancer Day, observed annually on May 8th, is a significant global event dedicated to raising awareness about ovarian cancer. On this day, organizations, survivors, and supporters come together to educate the public about risks, prevention, and symptoms importance of ovarian cancer.
Together we can make a difference!
