Join us at 6pm ET on Monday, November 16th, for a free webinar about ovarian cancer risk. Dr. Andrew Berchuck, Director of the Division of Gynecologic Oncology at Duke University School of Medicine, will summarize the current research, including efforts to enhance risk stratification for better screening and prevention approaches. The webinar will be available for viewing after the original presentation. To receive an email when it's available, please register. Support for this webinar series is provided by Genentech.
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A new study of ovarian cancer cells has revealed molecular changes within the tumor that prevent immunotherapy drugs from killing off the cancer. This research, published in Nature, comes from the University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Center, and was funded in part by an OCRF grant to Dr. Weiping Zou.
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On October 22nd, A Night at Revel Downtown to Benefit OCRF welcomed guests in Chicago for an evening of cocktails and hors d'oeuvres, a silent auction, and a raffle, in support of research. OCRF and the host committee for this event offer our sincerest gratitude to the many sponsors, donors, and attendees, all of whom helped raise nearly $150,000 for OCRF.
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This holiday season, eBay for Charity invites buyers and sellers alike to support their favorite charity with one simple click. Now through December 27th, when you choose OCRF as your favorite charity, you'll be entered to win a $2,500 eBay shopping spree...and at the end of the contest, the charity with the most new favorites will win a $25,000 grant from eBay. That means even if you don't regularly use eBay, you can still support OCRF and be entered to win!
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Save the Date: Giving Tuesday is on December 1st
You've heard of Black Friday and Cyber Monday, but are you ready for Giving Tuesday? After two days of shopping, Giving Tuesday is a global celebration of giving back, and the perfect opportunity to make an impact on ovarian cancer online or in your community. Save the date, and stay tuned for tips and ideas on how you can join the movement and support the cause.
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The holidays are almost upon us, and what better time to raise funds for research? Put a charitable spin on your party this year by following our simple, 5-step recipe for fundraising success. Instead of bringing food and drink, ask your guests to make a donation to support OCRF, and be sure to complete a form ahead of time so we can send you an OCRF goodie bag! Email us your photos afterward, and you could be featured in an upcoming enewsletter.
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You can join OCRF Team Hope by creating your very own page or event. Click below to get started, or email Melissa Chemick for more information. You could be our next OCRF Team Hope All-Star! |
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