Mountain 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.

Arizona

P.O. Box 17362
Tucson, AZ 85731

Contact:
Amy Cojanis

480-977-6462

mountainregion@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

There are many ways you can support the efforts of the NOCC Arizona market.  We need  your help!  Where you only have a few hours a week to contribute, or more, we have a role for you!  

The NOCC Arizona market is seeking volunteers/interns in the following areas:

  • Help organize awareness events
  • Disseminate literature at health fairs
  • Help with our Together In TEAL Run/Walk Event
  • Help with committee activities

To learn more about these opportunities or to sign up to volunteer, please contact mountainregion@ovarian.org or call 480-977-4662.

Outside Resources

Arizona Oncology
Gas cards/transportation services to treatments, lodging, food cards and house cleaning. services(where available).

Cancer Support Community Arizona
602-712-1006 | info@cscaz.org
80+ Cancer Support Groups and Education & Healthy lifestyles programs for survivors and family members.

Cancer Support Community Northern Arizona
928-236-2333 | info@cscaz.org
Cancer support groups and education programs for survivors and family members.

The Joy Bus Charity
602-595-5884
Provides a hot meal and friendly face to cancer patients in treatment.

Latinos Contra el Cáncer – AZ
800-227-2345
Cancer information and education.

Minkoff Center for Jewish Genetics
480-668-3347
Free genetic counseling.

Sharsheret
866-474-2774 | info@sharsheret.org
Ovarian cancer peer support in Flagstaff, Mesa & Tucson.

Teal It Up
Comfort bags, pet therapy visits, financial support for genetic counseling, house cleaning services, transportation to/from treatments.

Mayo Clinic Connect
480-342-2651 | crizk@honorhealth.com
An online cancer experience community and information from Mayo Clinic experts.

HonorHealth Scottsdale Medical Center
480-323-1350
Faces of Hope program for ovarian cancer survivors.

Arizona Oncology (Multiple locations)
520-471-9067 | coordinator@arizonaoncologyfoundation.org
Gas cards/transportation services to treatments, lodging, food cards and house cleaning services (where available).

The University of Arizona Cancer Center
520-694-CURE
Community education and information, research and clinical trial opportunities.

Livestrong at YMCA of Southern AZ
livestrong@YMCA.org
A twelve-week program for cancer survivors. Resuming services in late summer or fall 2021.

Tucson Cancer Conquerors
520-5005-1406 | youcanconquer.org
Loop exercise bands and instruction cards for cancer patients to encourage healthy activity: monthly book group, outdoor fitness.

El Rio Health
Faces of Hope program for ovarian cancer survivors.

Bag It
520-575-9602
Bag It Bag – guiding you through cancer.

Happy & Healthy With Barbara
Online Zumba Classes are open at no cost to all cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers!

Names to Know

Alex and Delfina Moctezuma

Alex lost his Mother to ovarian cancer in 2009. Since then, he and his wife Delfina have volunteered for NOCC serving in every capacity from conducting peer to peer fundraising, organizing events, educating the community , and supporting survivors. In 2021 they hosted the Phoenix Market’s first Motorcycle Run event to honor Tina Tovar, raising over $5,000 for Together in TEAL!

Gail Gilmartin

Gail gives of her time to recruit volunteers in NOCC’s greater Phoenix market. As an ASU alumni, Arizona resident, and long-time nonprofit professional, she is passionate about introducing others to NOCC and she is committed to increasing engagement and involvement at all program levels.

Jennifer Caraway

Inspired by a friend named Joy who had been diagnosed with ovarian cancer, Jennifer Caraway founded The Joy Bus Diner™ to improve the lives of local cancer survivors by delivering meals and providing face-to-face interactions. Jennifer’s non-profit collects and cooks donated food from a local farm with help of local chefs donating both financial support and culinary expertise. Jennifer will cook with ovarian cancer survivors at NOCC’s Regional Rejuvenate Retreat on July 9, 2022 at Boulders Resort and Spa.

Terra Schaad

Terra is the Founder & Executive Director at Hunkapi Programs Inc. at Hunkapi Farms, a sustainable, beautiful farm located in Scottsdale, Arizona. Since 2019, Terra has sponsored local ovarian cancer survivors to participate in mindfulness activities that leverages the bond between horse and humans as the catalyst for positive healing and growth. Terra and her team will engage survivors and caregivers in Somatic Healing at NOCC’s Regional Rejuvenate Retreat on July 9, 2022 at Boulders Resort and Spa.

Get Social

Get Involved

Group of ovarian cancer survivors celebrating at a Together in TEAL Run Walk event

Together in TEAL® Run/Walk

Join a Together in TEAL® Run/Walk and fundraise for ovarian cancer alongside survivors, caregivers, and supporters in your community. These events raise awareness and support efforts that help individuals and families affected by ovarian cancer.

Participants can walk, run, volunteer, or fundraise as individuals or teams.

Find a run/walk
Team TEAL athletes posing with banner at an endurance fundraising event

Team TEAL Endurance Team

Team TEAL allows fitness enthusiasts to fundraise for ovarian cancer while participating in endurance events such as marathons, cycling races, and other athletic challenges.

Team members dedicate their miles to raising awareness and supporting people affected by ovarian cancer.

Join Team TEAL
Group of supporters wearing teal celebrating during a community fundraiser

Start a DIY fundraiser

Create your own fundraiser and raise money for ovarian cancer in a way that is meaningful to you. Host an event, organize a challenge, celebrate a milestone, or bring your community together to support NOCC’s mission.

Start a fundraiser