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Melissa Aucoin Named Finalist for D CEO’s 7th Annual Nonprofit and Corporate Citizenship Awards

Melissa Aucoin, CEO
The National Ovarian Cancer Coalition (NOCC) proudly announces that CEO Melissa Aucoin has been named a finalist for D CEO’s 7th Annual Nonprofit and Corporate Citizenship Awards in the Leadership Excellence (Large) category. This year’s program attracted a record number of nominations—more than 800—demonstrating the depth and strength of the nonprofit community in North Texas and the deep engagement of…
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Fueling the Future of Research – 2024 Young Investigator Awardees and their Impact On Ovarian Cancer

The National Ovarian Cancer Coalition funded two Young Investigator Research Grants in partnership with the Foundation for Women's Cancer. The Young Investigator Award provides crucial support to researchers in the early stages of their careers, often when they have limited funding opportunities and resources.  By offering these awards, we aim to help move the needle in gynecologic cancer research.    The…
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Gratitude for Your Impact

As NOCC ushers in a new chapter of hope in 2024, I extend my heartfelt appreciation for your incredible support. Your dedication has been a beacon of light for our TEAL community, and I am truly grateful for the impact we’ve made together. In the coming year, your generous spirit continues to shape our commitment. The best gift we can give to…
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In Stories of Inspiration

30 Days of Thanks: The Heart of Our Community – Survivors and Caregivers Giving Back

Ovarian cancer survivors celebrate being together.
30 Days of Thanks: The Heart of Our Community - Survivors and Caregivers Giving Back Today, we want to celebrate the incredible individuals who have faced the tough journey of ovarian cancer. Patients, survivors, and caregivers who have experienced the TEAL community's immense support play a vital role in giving back and making a real difference. We are forever inspired…
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The Silver Linings

The Team, The Silver Linings, was started by Debra Schwartz Sapcariu in 2015 after she was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. Debra felt that whatever happened in her life, there was always a positive – a silver lining to be found! Debra had younger twin brothers, Jeff and Barry Schwartz and when she was diagnosed, they helped her and her daughter…
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