Meet 2023 United Airlines NYC Half Runner Oriana!

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I heard of the race through social media and I knew that I wanted an organization that supported ovarian cancer in support of my grandmother Susan Weller, and when I saw T.E.A.L.® with the name and everything it stood for, it just simply struck a chord with me. I knew this was a foundation I wanted to be a part of for not just this race, but for its community. 

I have been wanting to run this race for a very long time and I have a lot of drive and determination to focus on training. My goal is to do the race to the best of my ability and spread awareness for ovarian cancer and T.E.A.L.® with everything I have to offer.

Simply, I love the feeling of running. When I first started running it was during the summer as a camp counselor during their Race for the Arts. I had heard of the race before but never participated so I chose to do so to promote and show my support to my camp along with my campers. The first time I did it I had no idea that I had the ability to do something like that and having the amount of love and support that I had felt just that much greater. Now with this race I know the feeling is going to be greater than ever. I feel accomplished with everything I have been preparing for and hope it all follows through as planned.

If I could send a message to one amazing lady, I would tell my grandmother how much I loved and cared for her and that I hope she sees what I’m doing to continue her legacy. I just know that if she knew I was doing this race she’d be doing it right alongside me and that’s what I’m going to be thinking about while doing it. Also, to every amazing lady, participating in this race or not, I want to do you all proud.

 

You can help Oriana reach her fundraising goal for the 2023 United Airlines NYC Half here. All donations go to Tell Every Amazing Lady® and help with the fight against ovarian cancer.

T.E.A.L.® attends Pratt Spring Career Fair

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It was great to be back in person on campus at the Pratt Institute Spring Career Fair in Fort Greene, Brooklyn on March 3rd, 2023. Tell Every Amazing Lady®’s booth allowed us to connect and engage with students and faculty to highlight women’s health awareness as well as opportunities available at the foundation. 

Meet 2023 United Airlines NYC Half Runner Maya!

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Three of my friends – Nika, James, and Henry – are also running the United Airlines NYC Half and they encouraged me to run with them and T.E.A.L.®. I am so happy to be running for such a wonderful organization!

Prior to training for the United Airlines NYC Half, I was never a long distance runner but always wanted to try. I was always active but haven’t had an athletic goal in a while. Running the half seemed like the perfect way to try long distance running, work towards an athletic goal and make a charitable impact.  My goal is to finish the race with my friends and feel that I did my best!

I train with my best friend. I love seeing the progress we have been making.  I couldn’t run more than 4 miles this time last year. Now we finish an 8-mile run and it feels amazing. Just being able to share such a cool experience and getting so much stronger with a friend has been amazing.

If I had the power to change one thing related to ovarian cancer, I would want to spread more awareness about the disease itself. I think that there is not enough education about the signs and symptoms of ovarian and other cancers that are incredibly important to know. I wish women all had access to comprehensive medical care so that cases could be detected sooner (and this extends beyond ovarian cancer as well).

I hope that these fundraising efforts help at least one person. If even one woman can be helped from the money we raised during this half – whether this means early detection, help with medical care or finding a cure – it will be worth every mile.

You can help Maya reach her fundraising goal for the 2023 United Airlines NYC Half here. All donations go to Tell Every Amazing Lady® and help with the fight against ovarian cancer.

Meet 2023 United Airlines NYC Half Runner Sydney!

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When exploring the charity partners of the United Airlines NYC Half, I was excited to see T.E.A.L.® listed and honored by the opportunity to run with the team. Ovarian cancer awareness and research is near and dear to my heart after losing a loved one to ovarian cancer a few years ago. Her motto both in her battle with cancer and in living her life was “choose joy,” so I run in celebration of this life I’ve been given.

It brings me great joy to have the physical ability to do hard things, like distance running, and even more joy to be able to do this in memory of someone I love.

Raising awareness about early detection, especially listening to your body, is so important. I’m grateful to play a small part in bringing some awareness about ovarian cancer by running and fundraising for T.E.A.L.®. 

 

You can help Sydney reach her fundraising goal for the 2023 United Airlines NYC Half here. All donations go to Tell Every Amazing Lady® and help with the fight against ovarian cancer.

Purposefully Pretty Volunteers Help out at T.E.A.L.® Community Center

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On February 25th, 2023 Volunteers from Purposefully Pretty Inc. offered their services at the T.E.A.L.® Community Center in Brooklyn. PurposefullyPretty Inc. is a non-for-profit organization seeking to reach out to, teach and inspire young women of color between the ages of 11-19, to identify and pursue their purpose.The volunteers helped with prepping our survivor program inventory for our next generation of survivor kits. It was so great having the opportunity to work with these young women again as well as provide them with valuable education on the signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer.

T.E.A.L.® attends the 2023 Annual Midwinter Lions Convention

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On Saturday, February 18th, 2023 T.E.A.L.® attended the 2023 Annual Midwinter 20K1 Lions Convention at Xaverian High School in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn. Representatives from T.E.A.L.® saw some familiar faces at the event as well as had the opportunity to connect with many new members of the 20K1 Lions Clubs around NYC. Those who attended learned about our upcoming events and programs and left with education and awareness on the signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer. 

T.E.A.L.® Attends National Black Leadership Coalition on Health’s Weekly Health Hub

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Every Tuesday and Thursday the National Black Leadership Coalition on Health hosts a Health Hub at Saint Philips Church in Harlem, NY. On February 16th, 2023 T.E.A.L.® attended the health hub to deliver education and awareness on the signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer. Representatives from T.E.A.L.® had the opportunity to speak with the locals in the neighborhood on the resources that T.E.A.L.® offers. We are looking forward to attending the Health Hub again in March! 

T.E.AL.® Presents to Kean University Graduate Genetic Counseling Students

Tell Every Amazing Lady hosted Kean University Genetic Counseling Graduate Students for a virtual presentation about ovarian cancer diagnosis and risk factors, as well as support and resources available through T.E.A.L.® on February 15th, 2023. The students also had the chance to learn about the many ways to get involved with T.E.A.L.®. Students who were interested in T.E.A.L.®’s mission will have the opportunity to intern with us this upcoming summer.

Kendra Scott SoHo hosts Shop and Sip Event for T.E.A.L.®

Kendra Scott’s SoHo, Manhattan location hosted a Shop and Sip event benefiting T.E.A.L.® on February 10th, 2023. Representatives and volunteers from T.E.A.L.® attended the event and handed out fliers and awareness cards in the streets of SoHo. Those who shopped at Kendra Scott Soho during the event left with valuable awareness of the signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer. A portion of the sales from the day went to the benefit of T.E.A.L.® with a total of $593 being donated to the organization. 

T.E.A.L.® attends CB14’s 11th Annual Nonprofit Round-table

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T.E.A.L.® had the privilege of attending CB14’s 11th Annual Nonprofit Roundtable at East Midwood Jewish Center in Brooklyn on February 9th, 2023. This event was a great opportunity for T.E.A.L.® to build connections with other local non profit organizations. T.E.A.L.®’s community program manager had the opportunity to speak on behalf of T.E.A.L.®’s programs and accomplishments. 

Meet 2023 United Airlines NYC Half Runner Solange!

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I became involved with T.E.A.L.® six years ago after the passing of my mother due to ovarian cancer. At that moment I didn’t know that an ovarian cancer foundation was located in Brooklyn. I reached out immediately and embraced the message of hope and awareness which has become a message that I share with everyone. Attending meetings, volunteering and supporting T.E.A.L.® made me feel close to my mother’s memory.

This will be my second time running the United Airlines NYC Half for T.E.A.L.®.  It’s an honor to represent all those affected by this disease. Running for me can be a challenge at times, but I love running and for me it is a way of de-stressing and having fun!

I wish I had the POWER to end this disease and end the pain that this illness brings. I would like to tell all the AMAZING LADIES out there, that they are not alone in this battle, that we are here to support you, and to care for and love you every step of the way! 

This RUN is for my mother, I MISS YOU EVERY SINGLE DAY. I love you so much and I wish that I could embrace you one more time!


You can help Solange reach her fundraising goal for the 2023 United Airlines NYC Half here. All donations go to Tell Every Amazing Lady® and help with the fight against ovarian cancer.

Meet 2023 United Airlines NYC Half Runner Sofia!

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I became involved with T.E.A.L.® when I ran the half marathon last year with them.

My goal for the United Airlines NYC Half is to finish in two hours and fifteen minutes.

What I love about running is that it is my ‘me’ time; I can just put music on and let my mind wander and just process.

If I had the power to make a difference or change in one thing related to ovarian cancer, it would be to mandate awareness in high school health classes.

To every amazing lady: There is no way to compare peoples’ experiences with one another, however we can all make the conscious choice to support each other. Always send positive energy to everyone who needs a little sunshine in their day! #womensupportwomen

Come cheer us on March 19th!

 

You can help Sofia reach her fundraising goal for the 2023 United Airlines NYC Half here. All donations go to Tell Every Amazing Lady® and help with the fight against ovarian cancer.

Meet 2023 United Airlines NYC Half Runner Jason!

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I became involved with T.E.A.L.® in 2016 shortly after the passing of my mother-in-law from ovarian cancer.

My goal in the United Airlines NYC Half is to support my wife who will be running with me; to raise awareness; and to generate support and attention around ovarian cancer and the efforts of T.E.A.L.®.

While I have always been an athlete, I have never been a ‘runner’ and this will be my first half marathon. That said, I have supported my wife through two half marathons and a full marathon and look forward to sharing this challenge with her.

If I had the power to make a in one thing related to ovarian cancer, I would promote greater attention to and knowledge around the importance of early detection.

To my mother-in-law: you are forever in our thoughts. We miss you and love you and will continue to do all that we can to honor your memory through fundraising efforts and our support of T.E.A.L.®

 

You can help Jason reach his fundraising goal for the 2023 United Airlines NYC Half here. All donations go to Tell Every Amazing Lady® and help with the fight against ovarian cancer.

Meet 2023 United Airlines NYC Half Runner Jolanta!

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After gaining the strength back from being diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2022, I wanted to give back and be a part of a community of individuals who have gone through a similar experience. I truly wanted to make a difference in some way! I researched charities and came across T.E.A.L.®. I was thrilled to see that they are one of the incredible fundraising partners for the United Airlines NYC Half Marathon. Growing up in New York, I felt like this was meant to be and something I just had to be a part of to spread awareness.

My goal for the United Airlines NYC Half is not to be the fastest but to cross that finish line and be surrounded by the city’s energy and support from friends and family. This would be the greatest victory after an incredibly difficult year, to run with such a strong group.

Running is physically exhausting but mentally and emotionally recharging! It creates an opportunity to push myself and reflect on everything else going on.

If I had the power to make a difference regarding one thing related to ovarian cancer, it would be to let women know to listen to your body and don’t ignore symptoms! Your gut feeling is usually correct – if it feels off it probably is. Make that doctor’s appointment!

To every amazing lady: Accept what is, let go of what was, and have faith in what will be.

Surround yourself with people who are going to lift you higher.

You can help Jolanta reach her fundraising goal for the 2023 United Airlines NYC Half here. All donations go to Tell Every Amazing Lady® and help with the fight against ovarian cancer.

Meet 2023 United Airlines NYC Half Runner Lamisa!

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I wanted to run for a charity that personally meant a lot to me. I had a family member who was affected with ovarian cancer and wished they had the resources we do now and were educated about the signs and symptoms for early detection. I came across T.E.A.L.® when looking for a fulfilling purpose to run the United Airlines NYC Half through New York Road Runners.

My goal is to finish the half marathon and raise $1,000 for T.E.A.L.®.

I love that running is so accessible. Almost anyone can do it and pick it up at some point in their lives. All they need is some good shoes and a road or trail. I was reading a book, Born to Run by Christopher McDougall, in which he states that humans are the only bipeds who are able to run for long periods of time. Although we may not be faster than other animals, we can run for the longest. That really inspired me to start running again because I wanted to see what my body was fully capable of endurance-wise. In a race like a marathon, I think it inspires so many people because while we are celebrating human bodies and fitness, we also come together to run for different personal causes which motivated us to run in the first place.

If I could change something related to ovarian cancer, It definitely would be to raise more awareness! According to the American Cancer Society, ovarian cancer ranks fifth in cancers with the highest mortality rates amongst women. There have been advancements in things like targeted therapy and chemotherapy to treat those affected. Early detection efforts increase when there is more awareness and early detection is key when treating ovarian cancer to reduce mortality rates. 

My message for every amazing lady would be to take care of yourselves. We may have busy lives and be told to ignore or brush aside some signs or symptoms but you know your body best. If there is something that arises that you think is a valid concern, please see a doctor or professional.

I just wanted to say that this is my first official half marathon and I am proud to be representing T.E.A.L.®!

 

You can help Lamisa reach her fundraising goal for the 2023 United Airlines NYC Half here. All donations go to Tell Every Amazing Lady® and help with the fight against ovarian cancer.

Meet 2023 United Airlines NYC Half Runner Peter!

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I learned about T.E.A.L.® from friends.

My charity goal for the United Airlines NYC Half is to raise $3k. I’m tying fundraising as incentive to achieve personal goal – getting back in shape, running it in 1 hour 45 minutes. I gave donors the power to influence my goal pace – the more they donate, I run at a faster pace.

I love that running is a personal challenge.

If I had the power to make a difference in one thing related to ovarian cancer, it would be more widespread early detection best practices and technologies.

To every amazing lady fighting ovarian cancer: Continue being hopeful, we are making progress in this race against ovarian cancer every day. We are thinking about you in all we do.

My introduction to ovarian cancer came from a professional setting when I consulted for an oncology drug manufacturer in the OC space. Though a professional context, it was hard not to be touched personally by the stories and strength I heard from the OC fighters. And thus, it didn’t feel like any other work, it felt more critical. From seeing the progress from the treatment side, I became hopeful that OC fighters will continue to receive better care. There’s more to do, but know that there is an army of people working from all angles – prevention, screening, treatment – supporting you, making care better and better. So keep up hope, help is coming.

 

You can help Peter reach his fundraising goal for the 2023 United Airlines NYC Half here. All donations go to Tell Every Amazing Lady® and help with the fight against ovarian cancer.

Meet 2023 United Airlines NYC Half Runner Michael!

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One of my wife’s best friends is a longtime friend of Pamela (the CEO and co-founder of T.E.A.L.®).  We were introduced to Pamela at a T.E.A.L.® party in New York we both attended and got to know her and the cause of her foundation. From then, we attended local fundraisers and events in New York, and the Savannah T.E.A.L.® Walk to raise money.  

I am so excited to run this race again and in person! This year my goal is to break two hours with our T.E.A.L.® teammate and first-time half marathon runner Marc Lieberman!

I love running with friends and celebrating the accomplishment after crossing the finish line. Also, there is no better way to see a city than running on 13 miles of its streets. 

If I had the power to make a difference in one thing related to ovarian cancer, it would be to raise awareness and provide resources to educate women about signs, symptoms and early detection.

To every amazing lady: Educate yourself about ovarian cancer, take the precautionary measures, and talk to your doctor.

I am very proud to be raising money for such a great cause!

You can help Michael reach his fundraising goal for the 2023 United Airlines NYC Half here. All donations go to Tell Every Amazing Lady® and help with the fight against ovarian cancer.

Meet 2023 United Airlines NYC Half Runner Nika!

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I became involved in T.E.A.L.® when one of my best friend’s moms passed away this year due to ovarian cancer. She was one of the most loved individuals and left such an impact on everyone who was lucky enough to know her. When I found out about T.E.A.L.®, it was the perfect way to honor her legacy and support all the other amazing ladies who have battled it.

My goal for the United Airlines NYC Half is to raise as much money as possible for ovarian cancer research and spread awareness of this amazing organization. I want to go out there with my best friends and make Mary Pat proud by running a fast race and having a blast while doing it!

My favorite thing about running is the “runners high” you get during it and the mental clarity it brings you. It is an amazing tool for reliving stress and anxiety. It also allows me to explore amazing places whether it be the streets of NYC or a different country!

If I had the power to change one thing related to ovarian cancer, I would love to provide better access and awareness to early detection procedures and develop a screening test specific to ovarian cancer.

The message I would like to send to Mary Pat is that she is so unbelievably loved and has left an amazing legacy. She has raised the most wonderful family and everyone is beyond lucky to have the rest of the Mulhollands in their lives. To all the other amazing ladies – you are absolute warriors and inspirations to each and every one of us!

Thank you!

 

You can help Nika reach her fundraising goal for the 2023 United Airlines NYC Half here. All donations go to Tell Every Amazing Lady® and help with the fight against ovarian cancer.

Meet 2023 United Airlines NYC Half Runner Michelle!

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I learned of T.E.A.L.® from longtime supporter, Mr. Marshall, who hosts a yearly girl’s night out event and donates proceeds to T.E.A.L.®. Mr. Marshall is a big advocate of what Tell Every Amazing Lady® does. Additionally, Global Wellness (@glblwellness), arranged an interview with Pamela and I attended. Upon visiting the office and hearing more, I was excited about what T.E.A.L.® does as far as spreading awareness and supporting patients, survivors, and families.

My goal is to complete the Half Marathon. I currently run/jog/speedwalk a 15-minute mile. Completing 13 miles at that pace would bring me joy.

Running is not only good for my physical health, but it is calming and gives me an opportunity to run off my emotions. I also find it challenging as well as rewarding to meet my running goals.

If I had the power to make a change in one thing related to ovarian cancer, I would make genetic testing a mandatory test for every woman in the world and a covered test by all health insurances.

Please pay attention to your body for signs and symptoms, early detection saves lives, know your risk, and get the support you need.

I am delighted that T.E.A.L.® provides the necessary support for ovarian cancer patients and their families. I like that T.E.A.L.® is a community-based organization that gives that at-home feel, making each person who interacts with their company feel comfortable.

You can help Michelle reach her fundraising goal for the 2023 United Airlines NYC Half here. All donations go to Tell Every Amazing Lady® and help with the fight against ovarian cancer.

Meet 2023 United Airlines NYC Half Runner James!

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My best friend’s mom passed away this past September to ovarian cancer after fighting for about eight years. I considered her my aunt not because we are related, but because she was like a second mom to me. She was one of those truly special individuals. Every person that had her in their life was blessed to have known her and we were all so lucky to have her fight for those extra years. We will all miss her very much!

I have several goals for the United Airlines NYC Half. First, raise as much money as possible for ovarian cancer research. Second, promote a ton of awareness on social media. Third, support my best friend in his training after these tough last few months. Lastly, finish the race with a sub 10-minute mile pace.
 
What I love about running is that it’s your own time and space to have an inner thought process and conversation with yourself. In addition, I love to take in the surroundings, whether its the NYC skyline or just the foliage on trees in the suburbs.

If I had the power to make a difference in one thing related to ovarian cancer, it would be early detection, which corresponds in a way with raising awareness.

Aunt Marypat, we all love you so much. You raised one incredible family and we know you’re looking down over us in heaven.

One last thing that I would share with T.E.A.L.® readers is: Aunt Marypat made easily the best chocolate chip cookies on the planet.

 

You can help James reach his fundraising goal for the 2023 United Airlines NYC Half here. All donations go to Tell Every Amazing Lady® and help with the fight against ovarian cancer.

Meet 2023 United Airlines NYC Half Runner Henry!

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I had heard of T.E.A.L.® via social media and word of mouth, but it wasn’t until a conversation with my friend Danielle Stefania that I decided to get involved. We were having dinner one night shortly after the NYC 2022 Marathon and were inspired by all of the accomplished runners. Danielle, having recently lost her aunt to ovarian cancer, mentioned that we could run and fundraise for T.E.A.L.® in the upcoming United Airlines NYC Half. My mom had also recently passed away from her battle with ovarian cancer, so the idea of getting out there, raising money and spreading awareness for the disease felt like a no-brainer.

Besides crossing the finish line, my goal for the half marathon is to raise as much money as possible for T.E.A.L.® in order to provide support for those currently battling ovarian cancer, as well as survivors, caregivers, and the families of those affected. Having witnessed my own “Amazing Lady” battle ovarian cancer for as long as she did, I understand the hardships that many have gone through, are going through, and will go through. If I can make a positive difference in their lives, even in the smallest way possible, I’ll consider my efforts a great success.

I think what I love most about running isn’t really the act of running at all, but the mental challenge that it can provide. Running has never been my favorite activity, but I’ve always enjoyed the process of cultivating my mental strength in order to run farther and faster than I think I can. This race will certainly be the furthest distance I’ve covered in my humble running career, but I know that I’ll be able to reach the finish line with the support of both T.E.A.L.® as well as my friends and family. Additionally, the motivation to provide support and inspiration for those that need it the most, all while honoring my mom, will certainly push me to keep going.

If I had the power to make a difference in one thing related to ovarian cancer, it would be awareness. Too many women are often diagnosed with ovarian cancer when the disease is already in its advanced stages. Because it is still so difficult to diagnose, it is imperative that women are as aware, educated and proactive as they can be as early as possible. If we can make some noise about the signs, symptoms, and best resources for early detection, we can help to increase the survival rate of this deadly disease, and ultimately save lives.

This is not a battle you can fight alone. It is so important to lean on your family friends as a source of strength and courage.

I’d like everyone to know how hard my mom fought her battle with ovarian cancer. She never once complained and instead chose to face the disease with humility and grace. She is truly my hero, and I am honored to run this race for her.

You can help Henry reach his fundraising goal for the 2023 United Airlines NYC Half here. All donations go to Tell Every Amazing Lady® and help with the fight against ovarian cancer.

Meet 2023 United Airlines NYC Half Runner Tricia!

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I became interested in T.E.A.L.® when my dear friend Dena was diagnosed with Stage 4 ovarian cancer in August of 2020. She was given a 20% chance of survival. She endured grueling chemo treatments and horrible side effects, but she preserved and is cancer free today. She is a true hero!

Running is something I’ve enjoyed for years. Besides just the cardio and fitness benefits, it gives me a chance to enjoy the fresh air and let my mind relax. I’ll think about my day or future plans or I’ll just pray as I run.

My goal for the half marathon is to have fun and hopefully finish in just under two hours.

If I could change anything relating to ovarian cancer it would be to a way to have early detection. If there was a simple test or scan that every woman could receive each year, so many lives could be saved. 

My message to all women is that you are amazing and so special. My friend, Dena is an inspiration and I’m so proud of her!!!!

 

You can help Tricia reach her fundraising goal for the 2023 United Airlines NYC Half here. All donations go to Tell Every Amazing Lady® and help with the fight against ovarian cancer.

Meet 2023 United Airlines NYC Half Runner Marc!

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I became involved with T.E.A.L.® through my great friend and colleague Michael Ferraro. We were chatting about my newfound running hobby and he mentioned the United Airlines NYC Half and T.E.A.L.® charity and I was all-in. A great cause and new experience for me!

My goal is to be in the best running shape of my life and enjoy the whole experience. I have a 2-hour goal in mind but I’ll be most happy to complete my first half marathon, raise awareness for T.E.A.L.® and meet some great new people along the way.
 
I love how running “quiets” my head and often helps me think more clearly. It’s an activity that when completed, makes me feel better about my day and what was accomplished.

If I had the power to make a difference related to ovarian cancer, I would want to increase awareness, funding and research. And hopefully a cure is discovered as a result.  
Every amazing lady has the power to inspire others with their courage, positive attitude, and bravery.

I’m honored to be on the team!!!

 

You can help Marc reach his fundraising goal for the 2023 United Airlines NYC Half here. All donations go to Tell Every Amazing Lady® and help with the fight against ovarian cancer.

 

Meet 2023 United Airlines NYC Half Runner Danielle!

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I became involved with T.E.A.L.® this past year. My Aunt Eileen had been fighting ovarian cancer for five years, until she passed away in October. Only then did I learn of how much comfort and support she received from T.E.A.L.® and the great work they were doing. I knew I had to help in any way I could to Tell Every Amazing Lady®!

My goal 2023 United Airlines NYC Half is to raise money for and awareness about ovarian cancer research and T.E.A.L.®, to give back and thank them for all they did for my Aunt Eileen.

To be honest, I’m not the biggest runner. However, I have come to love running as a celebration of what our bodies can do and the opportunity it provides to be outside with nature (especially in the city) for a while.

I wish there was more awareness around the symptoms and a better screening process for ovarian cancer. Many women are diagnosed too late because there’s no proper screening for ovarian cancer and symptoms can present themselves so similarly to G.I. issues that they are brushed under the rug.  

I’d like to tell all the amazing ladies who are battling/have battled ovarian cancer that we will keep fighting with them and for them – for better research, screening, awareness, and attention.

Please share these resources with everyone; every little bit counts!

 

You can help Danielle reach her fundraising goal for the 2023 United Airlines NYC Half here. All donations go to Tell Every Amazing Lady® and help with the fight against ovarian cancer.

T.E.A.L.® hosts Team Tell Every Amazing Lady® United Airlines NYC Half members

Runners came together at the T.E.A.L.® Community Center in Brooklyn and on Zoom for a breakfast and informational session on January 28th, 2023. T.E.A.L.® staff chatted about the upcoming United Airlines NYC Half and shared awareness about ovarian cancer risk factors, symptoms, and the work that Tell Every Amazing Lady® does. Although the race isn’t until March 19th, 2023, Team Tell Every Amazing Lady® has already raised over $60,000 for T.E.A.L.®’s programs! 

T.E.A.L.® takes part in Navigating a Gynecologic Cancer Diagnosis Webinar

T.E.A.L.®, along with several other health organizations, sponsored an interactive webinar titled Navigating a Gynecologic Cancer Diagnosis held on January 24th, 2023. The purpose of the webinar was to allow anyone who was diagnosed with ovarian cancer, cervical cancer, endometrial cancer, or any gynecologic cancer to join and learn about helpful resources and become a part of a supportive community. The guest speakers at the webinar included a gynecologic oncologist, a psychosocial expert as well as an ovarian cancer survivor. The webinar was extremely successful, which was largely in part to attendees as well as the other sponsors, which included: Mount Sinai, Woman to Woman, the Wisconsin Ovarian Cancer Alliance, Sharsheret, Judy’s Mission, and Discovery to Cure. The webinar was recorded and can be viewed here.

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T.E.A.L.® attends career fair at Brooklyn Prospect High School

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Tell Every Amazing Lady® took part in Brooklyn Prospect High School’s two-day career fair on January 19th, 2023 and January 20th, 2023. A representative from T.E.A.L.® had the opportunity to connect with students in their junior and senior year of high school to discuss the work that T.E.A.L.® does as well as provide insight into what a career in nonprofit work looks like. T.E.A.L.® enjoyed being able to talk about our mission with the students. We are looking forward to potentially hosting interns from Brooklyn Prospect High School later this school year!

New Year’s Eve 2023 Southern Gala Event Benefits T.E.A.L.®

T.E.A.L.® supporter Samantha Radandt, along with B&R Events, hosted the 2023 New Year’s Eve Southern Gala at Commerce Club in Greenville, South Carolina on December 31st, 2022 to ring in the new year. T.E.A.L.® was fortunate enough to be one of the two beneficiaries of this event. The night was filled with dancing, cocktails, charity, and fun. 

The District 20K1 Lions community supports T.E.A.L.® with donations in 2022

Each year the Lions Club District 20-K1 NY, a local chapter of an international organization that is dedicated to serving the community, supports the work of Tell Every Amazing Lady® through volunteerism and donations. In 2022, members donated $2,685.00 to Tell Every Amazing Lady®. Thank you for your continued support throughout the years! The donations help T.E.A.L.® follow its mission of spreading awareness about ovarian cancer!

T.E.A.L.® thrilled to be part of the 2023 United Airlines NYC Half

Team Tell Every Amazing Lady® is currently accepting applications.

Tell Every Amazing Lady® is honored to be a charity partner in the 2023 United Airlines NYC Half. Tell Every Amazing Lady® has spots for fifteen runners to each raise $1,000 for Team Tell Every Amazing Lady®. Run with more than 20,000 participants on this iconic 13.1-mile course through Brooklyn and Manhattan.

The March 19th event will begin in Brooklyn, where runners will then make their way over the East River via the Manhattan Bridge. Once in Manhattan, runners will race along the Lower East Side, up to Midtown, and through Times Square before finishing in Central Park.

Snag a coveted spot in this iconic race by running with us. Make your half marathon experience more meaningful by making a difference in the fight against ovarian cancer. Apply today!

Official members of our team qualify for a number of perks, including:

  • Guaranteed entry as a Charity Runner to the 2023 United Airlines NYC Half
  • Fundraising toolkit & support from T.E.A.L.® staff (in person and remotely)
  • T.E.A.L.® apparel for the race
  • Your story as a runner and T.E.A.L.® community member featured on our website
  • The opportunity to help us Tell Every Amazing Lady® about ovarian cancer
  • A team meet-up
  • A private team Facebook group for the team to ask questions, give tips, and provide updates on their training

If you already have a bib for the race, you can still apply to run with us by filling out the form here or by contacting us at contact@tealwalk.org. Those joining our team who have a bib will qualify for the same perks as our official team members, and will be asked to raise $500.

Team Member Requirements:

Minimum fundraising of $1,000 on T.E.A.L.®’s behalf is required if you are an official team member with one of our bibs, and is due by February 15th, 2023.

If you already have a bib, a minimum fundraising of $500 on T.E.A.L.®’s behalf is due by February 15th, 2023.

Team members should be prepared to have a fundraising plan to meet their goal by the deadline. 

Apply here

Tell Every Amazing Lady® hosts their Holiday Survivor Social for ovarian cancer patients and survivors

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Tell Every Amazing Lady® celebrated the start of the holiday season by hosting their annual Holiday Survivor Social on December 6th, 2022. Ovarian cancer patients and survivors from all over the US came together virtually through zoom. Those who attended were able to mingle with other survivors and patients exchanging stories and advice. In the theme of holiday fun survivors participated in a game of holiday music radio bingo. Tell Every Amazing Lady® is looking forward to holding their next upcoming Survivor Social. 

T.E.A.L.® funds medical research study at University of Illinois Chicago

Tell Every Amazing Lady® has funded research at some of the country’s most prestigious hospitals and institutions. For 2022, we are proud to announce partial funding of the study “Increased Local Testosterone Levels Regulates Fallopian Tube Function and Tumorigenic Properties,” led by Research Assistant Professor Angela Russo at the University of Illinois Chicago.

The goal of the research is to determine the role of increased androgen on early ovarian tumorigenesis from fallopian tube epithelium (FTE). Androgens play a critical role in the physiology of the female reproductive system and act on ovarian function by modulating follicles’ development, growth, and survival. Androgens also play a role in the loss of ciliated cells in the FTE, which is considered an early event in ovarian cancer formation. 

This study aims to identify the signaling events that characterize early tumorigenesis from primary human FTE upon androgen and ovulation factors, providing new strategies for prevention by blocking those events, as well as potentially uncovering novel biomarkers of early tumorigenesis.

Partial funding of this grant was made possible by donations to the Jane Fund.

Let’s Go Bowling and Help Strike Out Ovarian Cancer

On November 20, 2022 over 200 bowlers enjoyed a Sunday afternoon at Rab’s Country Lanes on Staten Island, NY. Special thanks to Board volunteer Patsy Gentile who organized this event raising over $8,000! Plus, there was a special visit by the Staten Island Ferry Hawks mascot.

Global Wellness visits the T.E.A.L.® Community Center for a walk and talk

On November 18th, 2022, Nemika Galloway, the founder of Global Wellness, a Health and Wellness organization working to change the Globe one Walk at a Time, visited the T.E.A.L.® Community Center to learn about Tell Every Amazing Lady® and interview the CEO and co-founder, Pamela Esposito-Amery. After a tour of the foundation’s center, Nemika sat down with Pamela for a brief chat for Global Wellness’ Instagram live on the importance of ovarian cancer awareness and the vital work T.E.A.L.® does. Pamela and Nemika continued their Instagram live while walking around the neighborhood together. 

T.E.A.L.®, Weill Cornell, and NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital host Gynecological Mythbusters Workshop

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Tell Every Amazing Lady® partnered with New York Presbyterian Weill Cornell for a Gynecological Mythbusting workshop on November 17th, 2022. Gynecologic Oncologist; Dr. Evelyn Cantillo and Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgeon; Dr. Ja Hyun Shin will gave an informative talk on common myths surrounding a variety of women’s health topics including: Ovarian Cancer- signs, symptoms, and risks, PCOS, Endometriosis, The Pap Smear Test, Birth Control and more

South Slope Brooklyn Lions Club presents T.E.A.L.® with check

Co-founder and CEO of Tell Every Amazing Lady®, Pamela Esposito-Amery, attended the South Slope Brooklyn Lions Club dinner at the Greenhouse Cafe in Brooklyn, New York on November 17th, 2022. The Lions have been longtime supporters of the foundation. Thank you, South Slope Lion President Roxanne Benemerito – seen here presenting Pamela a check for $1,000 from funds raised during the South Brooklyn Lions Club Annual Memorial Golf Outing at Dyker Heights Golf Course in Dyker Heights, Brooklyn on October 14th, 2022. 

Women’s Health Innovation Coalition

Tell Every Amazing Lady® took part in Springboard Enterprises’ Women’s Health Innovation Coalition, in partnership with Roche: 2022 Women’s Health Innovation Forum Series on November 15th, 2022. The event highlighted opportunities for investment in research and innovation in the field of women’s health. CEO and co-founder Pamela Esposito-Amery had the opportunity to speak at the forum to talk about T.E.A.L.® as well as shed light on her own personal experiences

T.E.A.L.® makes list of Great Nonprofits

Thank you to our amazing interns and volunteers for helping T.E.A.L.® make it to GreatNonprofits.org’s 2022 Top-Rated Nonprofit list! Our amazing supporters submitted glowing reviews that helped keep us on the website’s list for another year, allowing more people to learn about us and the work we do. Thank you all!

Team Tell Every Amazing Lady® cheers on its runners in TCS New York City Marathon

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Team Tell Every Amazing Lady® was thrilled to cheer on our charity runners as they ran the 26.2-mile 2022 TCS New York City Marathon on November 6th, 2022. Staff and supporters spotted the runners in Bay Ridge and Park Slope, Brooklyn, where we spread ovarian cancer awareness with handheld signs and teal pom poms. This year’s team included two ovarian cancer survivors. 

News12 Brooklyn features team Tell Every Amazing Lady® runner ahead of race 

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T.E.A.L.® thanks News12 Brooklyn for helping spread our message and raise awareness of ovarian cancer by interviewing a runner on team Tell Every Amazing Lady® ahead of the 2022 TCS New York CIty Marathon. 

Runner Spencer, whose late mother Louisa co-founded Tell Every Amazing Lady® after her ovarian cancer diagnosis, ran for the foundation’s team in the iconic race on November 6, 2022, and spoke to News12 Brooklyn about his experience. Watch here.

T.E.A.L.® Attends Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine’s 14th Bi-Annual Health Fair

On Friday, October 28th, 2022, T.E.A.L.® attended the Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine’s 14th Bi-Annual Health Fair in Harlem. The event featured many tables sharing important information about various health topics. T.E.A.L.®  was able to hand out awareness materials and information about the ovarian cancer and women’s health programs and services T.E.A.L.® offers to the NYC community and nationally. Thank you to Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine for hosting T.E.A.L.® at this amazing event!

OrangeTheory Rockaway Beach Hosts Class to Benefit T.E.A.L.®

On Sunday, October 23rd, 2022 OrangeTheory Fitness Rockaway Beach in Queens, NY hosted their first ever 90-minute class in honor of T.E.A.L®. Advocates for T.E.A.L.® spent the whole morning at the spreading awareness about ovarian cancer signs and symptoms. OrangeTheory Fitness Rockaway Beach is a brand new studio and T.E.A.L.® was honored to be honored in their first ever 90-minute class!

South Brooklyn Lions Golf for T.E.A.L.®

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On October 14th, 2022 T.E.A.L.® attended the South Brooklyn Lions Club Memorial Golf Outing at Dyker Beach Golf Course in Brooklyn, NY. T.E.A.L.®, along with The Guild for Exceptional Children, were the beneficiaries of the event. It was a day full of golfing followed by a dinner with raffles and giveaways. T.E.A.L.® had the opportunity to set up a table at the event, hand out awareness materials, and connect with members of the club and their friends and family to spread awareness.

Meet Team Tell Every Amazing Lady® 2022 TCS New York City Marathon Runner Phil!

I got involved with T.E.A.L.® through New York Road Runners.

My goal for the TCS New York City Marathon is to raise at least $3,000 for Tell Every Amazing Lady®. 

Running is the greatest theater of human inspiration I am aware of.  If you run or spectate any marathon, you will know what I mean.  I can think of no better way to bring so many people together, working together towards so many amazing causes, yet all aligned with a unifying, shared health and fitness goal.  I feel most alive when I am running and post-race.  I have the confidence and enthusiasm to take on life’s challenges — and know that I can power through them. 

If I had the power to make a difference in one thing related to ovarian cancer, it would be to make testing accessible for all women.

A message I would send to every amazing lady is: Trust your gut. Never ignore any health concerns. You are incredibly strong and capable and time is one of the most powerful forces on your side. 

I am grateful to be fundraising for such a worthy cause and being part of this team.

You can help Phil reach his fundraising goal for the TCS New York City Marathon here. All donations go to Tell Every Amazing Lady® and help with the fight against ovarian cancer.

Meet Team Tell Every Amazing Lady® 2022 TCS New York City Marathon Runner Kate!

I first became involved with T.E.A.L.® as I looked into organizations to support when running the TCS New York City Marathon. Ovarian cancer is something that has affected my family, and a cause that I look forward to supporting. 

My goal for the TCS New York City Marathon is to finish in under 4-hours, but to also enjoy the experience of training with my friends.

Running has always been my chance to disconnect and explore new places. I’m excited to see more of the NY-area as I train for the marathon. 

If I had the power to make a difference relating to ovarian cancer, I would increase the number of women getting tested for ovarian cancer each year.

I have so much respect for anyone fighting ovarian cancer. You have the support of everyone around you – keep being amazing!

I’m looking forward to meeting more people associated with T.E.A.L.® and furthering the cause!

You can help Kate reach her fundraising goal for the TCS New York City Marathon here. All donations go to Tell Every Amazing Lady® and help with the fight against ovarian cancer.

Meet Team Tell Every Amazing Lady® 2022 TCS New York City Marathon Runner Sal!

I have known about T.E.A.L.® since it began. My mother was childhood best-friends with Louisa. They attended elementary school together and remained friends always. I heard many stories growing up about their adventures: the first time they ate McDonalds on the way to Roller Palace, the night of the Shawn Cassidy concert and the biggest one, the night they met Scott Baio. They lost touch for a while, but still remained friendly. My parents moved us to Long Island but Louisa and my mom still kept in touch through letters and Christmas cards. When my mother received a letter from Louisa saying she was sick, they had a “reunion” and rekindled their friendship. I met Louisa and my brother and I became friendly with her son Spencer.  Spencer even came with me and my brother to a Blink-182 concert at Jones Beach. Therefore, once I knew I was going to run for a charitable cause, T.E.A.L.® was my first choice. 

I have many goals for the TCS New York City Marathon, but to keep my goals short, I would like to raise as much awareness as possible for T.E.A.L.®, by spreading the word to family, friends, coworkers and representing T.E.A.L.® the day of the marathon. I also have set personal goals to not only get myself back into the shape I was in prior to the pandemic, but to accomplish my personal best marathon time.

There are many things that I love about running, but mainly to me it is a time that I can completely clear my head and be competitive with myself. I don’t think about any outside stress, it is simply me against the road and trying to be better than I was yesterday.

If I could change one thing related to ovarian cancer, it would be testing. If there was a way that all women could get tested, similar to a mammogram, I think that would be a changing point for fighting this disease.

Growing up, I learned from my mother that no one knows you better than you know yourself and no one will fight your battles for you. You have to be your own advocate and your own voice.  If you know something is wrong or feel that something is not quite right, speak to your doctor. Ask the questions and demand answers.

My mother always talks about how strong Louisa was during her battle and was in awe of her grit and determination. I think this is the lesson every woman should learn. You are worth the fight and we know you can do it!

You can help Sal reach his fundraising goal for the TCS New York City Marathon here. All donations go to Tell Every Amazing Lady® and help with the fight against ovarian cancer.

Meet Team Tell Every Amazing Lady® 2022 TCS New York City Marathon Runner Shannon!

Since being diagnosed with ovarian cancer 12 years ago, I have challenged myself to go beyond what I thought I was capable of. I felt as though a door was opened – and I saw that I wasn’t truly living my life.

On my quest to truly live this life of mine, I have looked hard at things that scare the crap out of me and of those that I would be willing to tackle. This led me to climbing the tallest free-standing mountain in the world; surfing in Hawaii and learning to kayak in class 1, 2, and 3 rapids (despite not knowing how to swim); and facing a fear of heights while zip lining over the Arizona desert and cliff jumping in Bali. Well, 2020 was my 10-year “cancerversary,” and it’s time for another big challenge: completing the TCS New York City Marathon, the largest in the world.

These challenges really are about pushing myself beyond what I think I am capable of. My plan is to complete the marathon doing run/walk intervals.

Team Tell Every Amazing Lady® has graciously allowed me to join their team. Tell Every Amazing Lady®, also known as T.E.A.L.®, is a foundation all about ovarian cancer awareness. Its mission is to promote public awareness and education of the signs, symptoms and risk factors of ovarian cancer while providing support to survivors and raising funds for research in order to find a screening test and cure for ovarian cancer.

Will you consider making a donation toward this worthy cause, and allowing me to meet my fundraising goal? From $5 to $10… everything helps. Thank you in advance.

You can help Shannon reach her fundraising goal for the TCS New York City Marathon here. All donations go to Tell Every Amazing Lady® and help with the fight against ovarian cancer.

Meet Team Tell Every Amazing Lady® 2022 TCS New York City Marathon Runner Monika!

The 2022 TCS New York City Marathon will be a very special event for me, not only because it will be my first marathon ever, but mostly because I will be running to support an amazing cause. I am proud to be a member of team Tell Every Amazing Lady® to raise awareness about ovarian cancer.

To me, running a marathon is like a life journey: it is unknown, challenging, and it tests physical strength and mental resilience. I hope that at the end it will also give me a lot of joy and a sense of achievement.  

A few years ago, when I was going through a different journey, the one from cancer to recovery, I would not have thought that I would be able to run a marathon. Slowly and gradually, running became my new journey, allowing me to feel no boundaries and giving me a sense of freedom. I am still finding out where it will take me. 

Being one of thousands of women affected by ovarian cancer, I want to Tell Every Amazing Lady® that they can, that there is hope. Those amazing ladies who are going through the battle with the disease should never give up. One of the best pieces of advice that I received was from my doctor, who told me that positive attitude and belief in a successful outcome is key to recovery. I can attest to that. Step by step, mile-by-mile, gradually, we can win the battle. 

If I could make a significant change in the fight against this disease, I would make testing for ovarian cancer part of preventive care. I believe that early detection on a larger scale would make a considerable difference.    

Running for T.E.A.L.® will allow me to make at least a small difference and support this amazing cause.

You can help Monika reach her fundraising goal for the TCS New York City Marathon here. All donations go to Tell Every Amazing Lady® and help with the fight against ovarian cancer.

Meet Team Tell Every Amazing Lady® 2022 TCS New York City Marathon Runner Lauren!

Very good friends of mine are highly active in Tell Every Amazing Lady® and have always encouraged me to participate. Unfortunately, moving to Colorado has limited my ability to get involved in such a wonderful cause. I’m proud to finally be able to support this charity in the way it deserves. 

Above all else, I want to have fun while running my first TCS New York City Marathon. This marathon is a bucket list item and I can’t wait to run through every borough that our great city has to offer. Making it even more special, I get to run it with my sister and I get to support a fantastic charity.  

I enjoy the mental challenge of running. There are often times when our brain makes us believe we can’t go any further. I love pushing through that, enduring the discomfort and proving to myself that I can do anything. It’s freeing once you know that you are stronger than you think you are. It opens up endless possibilities.    

It goes without saying that I wish cancer (in general) did not exist. A realistic change would be to have the world focus on research more. If our collective minds, data, and funds were pooled together, we would make faster progress towards a cure. Spreading awareness and raising funds for T.E.A.L.® is a small way in which I can participate in making this change.  

To those fighting ovarian cancer, please know that we are sending you all our love and support. Stay strong and fight hard. You are not alone.  

To all the amazing ladies in the world, don’t take your health for granted. Make sure you have annual check ups, and listen to your body. Educate yourself and take control of your future.    

I want to say a big thank you to all who are involved with this organization. Keep up the good work and know that you are making a difference in your community. Your efforts are much appreciated. 

You can help Lauren reach her fundraising goal for the TCS New York City Marathon here. All donations go to Tell Every Amazing Lady® and help with the fight against ovarian cancer.