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2021 Geri Fournier Ovarian Cancer Research Grants

April 15 | 2021

The Michigan Ovarian Cancer Alliance is pleased to announce we are now accepting applications for the 2021 Geri Fournier Ovarian Cancer Research Grants. MIOCA is committed to collaborating with ovarian cancer researchers by providing grants to support innovative research in the state of Michigan. Attached you will find the grant application with additional information about the process. These details will also be included on our website at mioca.org. We encourage you to forward this information to any researchers who might be interested in this opportunity.

Michigan Ovarian Cancer Alliance Announces 2020 Research Grant Recipients

December 30 | 2020

The Michigan Ovarian Cancer Alliance (MIOCA) announces its 2020 Research Grant Recipients. Since it began awarding grants in 2014, MIOCA has provided $600,000 to researchers in Michigan who are finding new ways to improve the early detection and treatment of ovarian cancer. MIOCA is pleased to announce two Geri Fournier Ovarian Cancer Research Award recipients in 2020. The Award, named for the Founders’ mother who helped establish MIOCA before her death from ovarian cancer in 2011, was created to recognize and provide funding for the critical research happening in the state. The state of Michigan is fortunate to have outstanding ovarian cancer researchers, and this year’s winners represent two institutions who are leading the way.

Shake Your Teal Feathers on Wheels Hosted Teal Car Parade on Sept. 27, 2020

September 26 | 2020

On Sunday, September 27, teal cars with teal-themed drivers and their passengers arrived at Millennium Park and others joined virtually across Michigan to participate in the first ever Shake Your Teal Feathers on Wheels TEAL car parade. The TEAL Parade was kicked off by Phyllis Johnson and her family as she celebrated 21 years, 7 months and 18 days of survivorship! Presenting sponsor, GSK, addressed the audience as part of our opening ceremonies which were broadcast through the FM radio. Teal swag was EVERYWHERE!

Join us in welcoming our newest staff member, Megan Neubauer, Database and Administrative Coordinator

September 15 | 2020

Megan Neubauer has more than eight years of experience working in nonprofit organizations. She completed her undergraduate work at Capital University, earning degrees in social work and psychology. She then completed her master’s degree from the School of Social Service Administration at the University of Chicago. Megan is originally from Northeast Ohio, lived in Chicago for several years before moving to Michigan with her husband and now lives in Ypsilanti. She is excited to join MIOCA and contribute to the work of the organization throughout the state.

MIOCA Releases 2019 Annual Report

August 14 | 2020

We are proud to present MIOCA’s 2019 Annual Report, highlighting another year of continued success as we work to improve the health and quality of life for women and girls with ovarian cancer. Again this year, MIOCA provided critical support to ovarian cancer survivors and their families directly, while working closely with the scientific, medical, and legislative communities to improve treatment and early detection of ovarian cancer.

Mother's Day Time To Teal Event Went Virtual on May 10, 2020

May 09 | 2020

The Mother's Day Time to Teal Run went virtual on May 10, 2020 with participants joining together across the country to raise funds for ovarian cancer research and survivor support programs. Prizes were awarded for best teal costume, most creative route, cutest pet outfit and more!

Emily Haan Joins MIOCA as Special Events Manager

February 11 | 2020

As the new Special Events Manager, Emily Haan comes to MIOCA with 12 years of experience in healthcare, with a background in many different settings. During her time in healthcare, she worked as a licensed certified pharmacy technician, where she compounded chemotherapy medications for patients. Emily also spent time at the Cowell Family Cancer Center providing integrative therapies, programming, and support groups for cancer patients. Emily graduated from Grand Valley State University with a bachelor’s in Hospitality and Tourism Management, with an emphasis in event management. She recently earned a Master of Business Administration degree from Walsh College in December 2019.

Michigan Ovarian Cancer Alliance Appoints New Executive Director

December 08 | 2019

The board of directors at the Ann Arbor-based, non-profit Michigan Ovarian Cancer Alliance (“MIOCA”) appointed Mary Lynn Faunda Donovan as its new full-time executive director. She succeeds Amy Milanovich who stepped down after serving in a part-time capacity in 2019.

MIOCA Makes $150,000 available to Ovarian Cancer Researchers in Michigan

November 15 | 2019

2020 Geri Fournier Research Grant Application MIOCA has released the application for the 2020 Geri Fournier Research Grants. Through this grant program, MIOCA supports researchers within the state of Michigan who are conducting important work to improve the quality of lives and treatment for women with ovarian cancer. In 2019, MIOCA reached an important milestone in its effort to save lives. Since it started giving grants in 2014, MIOCA has now awarded over a half-million dollars to researchers in Michigan who are finding new ways to improve the early detection and treatment of ovarian cancer. “Each and every research project we fund has the potential to result in improved understanding of the disease that will hopefully transform lives for women across Michigan and beyond,” said Pam Dahlmann, MIOCA Co-Founder and President. The award, named for Pam’s mother who helped establish MIOCA before her death from ovarian cancer in 2011, was created to recognize the critical research happening right here, in our state, which is often underfunded.

Bring Tie Michigan Teal to Your Town!

July 24 | 2019

MIOCA is looking for enthusiastic people who would like to help bring awareness of ovarian cancer to cities throughout the state during our “Tie Michigan Teal” campaign! We celebrate National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month in September by tying teal ribbons around lamp posts in downtown areas, as well as by hanging posters which list the symptoms of ovarian cancer. We need coordinators to oversee the effort in various cities/towns, including Ann Arbor, and across the state. We provide all of the materials and directions for tying the ribbons. If you would like to learn more about how you can get involved and “teal” your city or even your personal property/workplace, please contact MicheleGatti at dsgatti1@gmail.com . Imagination and creativity is welcome as not every city is a prime location for “tealing,” however there are other ways to get awareness out with the teal ribbons.

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