MINNESOTA OVARIAN CANCER ALLIANCE
About Us
Minnesota Ovarian Cancer Alliance (MOCA)
The Minnesota Ovarian Cancer Alliance (MOCA) is a statewide nonprofit organization, founded in 1999, dedicated to funding ovarian cancer research, supporting women and families, educating the public and medical community and raising awareness.
MORE ABOUT OUR MISSION
RESEARCH MOCA is a national leader in ovarian cancer research funding. We're committed to early detection, better treatments and a cure for ovarian cancer. MOCA has provided more than $11.5 million to ovarian cancer research projects.
SUPPORT MOCA provides meaningful support and resources to women and families impacted by ovarian cancer.
EDUCATION MOCA educates the public and medical community so more women will be diagnosed earlier and receive proper treatment.
AWARENESS MOCA raises awareness about ovarian cancer through health fairs, community events, parades, conferences and the media.
For additional information, please visit mnovarian.org or call us at 612-822-0500.
Recently diagnosed? Looking for support? MOCA is here for you.
MOCA offers support and resources for women and families impacted by ovarian cancer.
MOCA’s bi-monthly support groups provide meaningful connection for survivors, loved ones and caregivers.
MOCA Living Well meetings address timely topics relevant to ovarian, fallopian and primary peritoneal cancer. These meetings are designed for women, their families, caregivers and friends at any stage of diagnosis, treatment and survivorship.
MOCA Mentors are available to connect with survivors one-on-one by phone or via email to provide support and mentorship.
MOCA Cares Kits are backpacks filled with comfort items. They are offered to women recently diagnosed with ovarian cancer and to those experiencing a recurrence. To receive a MOCA Cares Kit, survivors must live in Minnesota or receive their care here.
Our Men of MOCA program provides peer-to-peer support and mentoring for husbands, partners, fathers, sons, brothers and more.
MOCA Walking Groups are open to surivivors, loved ones and caregivers. Walk with us and find connection!
Please visit mnovarian.org for additional information on MOCA's support and resources or contact MOCA Community Support Program Manager Stefanie Gliniany at sgliniany@mnovarian.org or 612-822-0500. CODE WORD: TEAL
Make an impact with MOCA!
UPCOMING EVENTS
MOCA's annual Black, White & Teal Gala is taking place, Saturday, April 13, 2024, at Quincy Hall in Northeast Minneapolis. Join us as we celebrate MOCA’s 25th Anniversary and make more progress possible! Learn more and find out how to support MOCA in our silent online auction here. Stay tuned for details on our 2025 event!
Join us at our annual walk and run, HOM Teal Strides for Ovarian Cancer, Saturday, September 7, 2024, at Rosland Park, in Edina, Minnesota! Together, we'll inspire, educate and change the course of ovarian cancer. Register today at mnovarian.org.
We invite you to take part in other MOCA events including our Light Duluth Teal Gala, Saturday, September 28, 2024, at the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center. Be entertained and inspired as we light area landmarks teal and make an impact for ovarian cancer research and programs. Visit mnovarian.org for registration updates.
Visit mnovarian.org for additional information.
VOLUNTEER
Interested in volunteering at a MOCA event or giving back through our medical and community education programs? Contact us at info@mnovarian.org.
DONATE
Support MOCA's vital ovarian cancer research and meaningful programs for women and families impacted by this disease. Donate at mnovarian.org.
For additional information, please contact us at info@mnovarian.org or call 612-822-0500.
