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Chesapeake Region

About Us

The National Ovarian Cancer Coalition (NOCC) is a nationally recognized organization with a growing coast-to-coast network of regions and markets. Our efforts are fueled by volunteers, survivors, legacy families and market managers. Together, we empower our communities through educational efforts and outreach initiatives. We embrace our legacy families as the voice of the voiceless, and advocate for survivors and caregivers by providing comfort and support through our programs and services.

Central Maryland
North Virginia

P.O. Box 655
Crownsville, MD 21032-0655

Contact:
Nancy Long

443-569-4651

centralmd@ovarian.org

Fundraise

NOCC has one vision – to live in a world where no woman loses her life to ovarian cancer. Each gift carries a unique story, and every dollar makes a difference in the lives of families affected by this disease.

To support NOCC, put your creativity and passion to work with a DIY event. Celebrate a birthday with a Facebook Fundraiser. Host a game night with friends or invite co-workers to a cycling event. The ways to engage your community and raise critical funds and awareness are limitless! 

Events

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Volunteer

We need your help! Whether it’s a few hours a week or more, you’ll find many ways to support our community. 

We need your help! Whether it’s a few hours a week or more, you’ll find many ways to support our community. 

The Annapolis market is seeking volunteers to: 

  • Organize awareness activities
  • Hand out literature at health fairs
  • Promote regional events through social media 
  • Fundraising efforts including in-kind donations and auction items  
  • Help with our signature event, Together in Teal 5k Walk 

For more information or to volunteer, contact Nancy Long at centralmd@ovarian.org or 443-569-4651.

Outside Resources

The Wellness House of Annapolis
410-990-0941 | admin@annopoliswellnesshouse.org
Support, education and services in a home-like environment for patients and families touched by cancer.

Facing Our Risk of Cancer Empowered (FORCE)
866-288-RISK | info@facingourrisk.org
Education, support, advocacy and research for those affected by hereditary ovarian, breast and related cancers.

Camp Kesem
240-801-6373 | maryland@campkesem.org
Support for children at no cost during a parent’s cancer journey, with innovative programs and peer networks.

Hopewell Cancer Support
410-832-2719 | info@hopewellcancersupport.org
Programs addressing emotional, physical, intellectual, creative, spiritual and social aspects of living with cancer.

Johns Hopkins Integrative Medicine & Digestive Center
410-828-3585
Acupuncture, Chinese medicine; digestive health services; integrative psychotherapy; support for cancer patients, survivors, families; screen-reader enabled.

Names to Know

LaShawn Woodward and Tierre Tates

Survivors and friends who were diagnosed with ovarian cancer in their 20’s. They have been strong advocates for ovarian cancer awareness and volunteer with NOCC in many capacities.

Janice Paulshock

A 21-year survivor with many recurrences, Janice offers support and encouragement to women who are newly diagnosed or facing recurrence. She works tirelessly to promote education and awareness with grace and joy.

Mary Fedor

A survivor and volunteer, Mary is involved in all of Central MD’s activities, such as survivor luncheons, making crafts for the survivor bags, volunteering at Together in Teal events and the DigiTEAL auction.

Paula Kozik and Nancy Long

A friendship starting during chemo, these two survivors vowed they’d help others going through ovarian cancer. They began the NOCC Central MD market in 2009 and feel blessed to meet so many women who’ve become dear friends.

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Fundraise your way

Put your passion, ideas and creativity to work and ROCK the Day – our signature DIY fundraising program. We’ll give you the tools you need to get your event rockin’ and rollin’.

National Ovarian Cancer Coalition Together in Teal Everywhere as One

Run/walk events

Join our day of pure TEAL! NOCC’s coast-to-coast event puts activism into action. Run, walk, ride, skip, jump — whatever gets you moving safely. Register to celebrate the strides we’ve made.

Endurance events

Your miles matter! Endurance athletes can join our team to make great strides in the fight against ovarian cancer as you create national awareness and fund programs for survivors and caregivers.

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