T.E.A.L.® attends Brooklyn Community Board 3’s virtual meeting for Senior Services

Tell Every Amazing Lady® joined Bedford-Stuyvesant’s Community Board 3 for its April 21, 2022 virtual meeting on Senior Services to raise awareness of T.E.A.L.®’s amazing free services, which are available to the public. We are excited about the new connections that were made and looking forward to being involved in future activities. 

T.E.A.L.® Presents at Brooklyn Community Board 3’s Meeting for Health and Social Services 

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Tell Every Amazing Lady® was happy to present about ovarian cancer and our resources during Community Board 3’s monthly meeting on Health and Social Services in Bedford Stuyvesant, Brooklyn on 4/18/22. 

Article Published by T.E.A.L.® Board Member and Staff: Building Context for Genetic Counseling: A Non-Profit Perspective

Flora Poleshchuk, certified genetic counselor who is also a T.E.A.L.® board member, has published an article with Allaina Brock, our T.E.A.L.® Program Associate. Flora is a current cancer genetic counselor whose career has been enhanced by working with T.E.A.L.® and, Allaina is a prospective genetic counseling student who has gained invaluable experience working as a staff member at T.E.A.L.®. The article titled “Building Context for Genetic Counseling: A Non-Profit Perspective” was released on April 14th, 2022. It was published in the National Society of Genetic Counselors’ newsletter called Perspectives. Click here to read. 

https://perspectives.nsgc.org/Article/building-context-for-genetic-counseling-a-non-profit-perspective

Tell Every Amazing Lady® joined Mount Sinai’s Public Health Virtual Career Fair 

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Tell Every Amazing Lady® joined Mount Sinai’s Public Health Virtual Career Fair on April 13th, 2022  along with many other health-related organizations. Interested Public Health students were able to connect with our staff one-on-one over video call to learn about how to get involved with Tell Every Amazing Lady® and how they could be instrumental in helping promote our mission. An awareness presentation about our programs was part of the online program.

Register for the updated T.E.A.L.® Celebration and Women’s Health Expo

We’re back!
(But a little different than before)

After a two-year hiatus, we’re introducing the hybrid T.E.A.L.® Celebration and Women’s Health Expo, an updated take on our annual T.E.A.L.® Walk in recognition of our evolved mission:
Offering women’s health and wellness services, including public awareness and education of the signs, symptoms and risk factors of ovarian cancer, providing support to those impacted by the disease, and raising funds for research in order to find a screening test and a cure.

Our hybrid event is customizable! Activities include:

  • The Virtual T.E.A.L.® Walk, a 2-mile walk that can be done at your leisure from anywhere!
  • The in-person Women’s Health Expo at Prospect Park or access to virtual expo
  • The in-person, ticketed T.E.A.L.® Survivor Ceremony and Celebration at Prospect Park
  • Ticketed wellness activities at the Prospect Park celebration
  • And so much more!

Our event will look different, but the meaning behind it is still the same: celebrating the courage of ovarian cancer survivors and the strength of the families who have been touched by the disease, while spreading awareness to the public and raising money for research. Let’s elevate women’s health – together.

Please be aware, there is NO official, in-person T.E.A.L.® Walk/Run in Prospect Park this year. There is no start/finish line. 

First-graders at P.S. 154 ring in spring in the T.E.A.L.® Community Center windows

Class 1-208 of P.S. 154 in Brooklyn produced gorgeous and colorful art for the T.E.A.L.® Community Center windows this spring! Class teacher Stefanie Concannon and art teacher Kelly Normand led the project. 

Kelly Normand describes the students’ projects: “Students looked at the art of Piet Mondrian. They created these paintings using straight lines like Mondrian. The palette incorporated turquoise to support and acknowledge the work of the Tell Every Amazing Lady® foundation.”

One of our amazing volunteers, Michelle, created the display in the windows so that passersby could relish some color as they walk by our center! 

If you’re in the neighborhood, view the display this spring at 533 16th Street in Brooklyn between 10th and 11th Avenues. We’re right around the corner from Prospect Park! 

Have you ever wanted to run the iconic TCS New York City Marathon?

Team “Tell Every Amazing Lady®” is currently accepting applications.

Tell Every Amazing Lady® is honored to be a charity partner in the 2022 TCS New York City Marathon. Tell Every Amazing Lady® has spots for five runners to each raise $3,000 for Team Tell Every Amazing Lady®. Run with more than 33,000 participants on this iconic 26.2-mile course throughout the five boroughs of New York City.

The November 6th event will begin on Staten Island, where runners will then make their way over the Verrazano Bridge into Brooklyn, followed by Queens and the Bronx, and then finish in the world-renowned Central Park in Manhattan. Complete with spectacular skylines and an unparalleled view of NYC’s most popular landmarks, this is one race you definitely don’t want to miss.

Snag a coveted spot in this iconic race by running with us. Make your 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 2022 TCS New York City Marathon
  • 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 will be 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
  • Training plans available

If you already have a bib for the marathon, 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 $1,500.

Team Member Requirements:

Minimum fundraising of $3,000 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 October 1st, 2022.

If you already have a bib, a minimum fundraising of $1,500 on T.E.A.L.®’s behalf is due by October 1st, 2022.

Team members should be prepared to have a fundraising plan to meet their goal by deadline. To ensure runners meet their October 1st goal, they will be required to meet these fundraising checkpoints:

  • $1,000 by August 6th
  • $2,000 by September 3rd
  • $3,000 by October 1st

Unofficial runners will need to raise:

  • $1,000 by August 6th
  • $1,500 by October 1st

NYC United Airlines Half Marathon – cheer!

T.E.A.L.® participates in the United Airlines NYC Half Marathon! This year, T.E.A.L.® had five amazing individuals join our team and run the United Airlines NYC Half Marathon on March 20, 2022. They wore our T.E.A.L.® T-shirts during the race and helped raise awareness of ovarian cancer. Our staff was so excited to meet up in Brooklyn to cheer our runners on as they ran by. Way to go Team Tell Every Amazing Lady®!

T.E.A.L.® hosting a night of comedy fundraiser to fight ovarian cancer

Join Tell Every Amazing Lady® for a night of laughter for a good cause!

This show is Thursday, May 12, 2022, at the Bulls Eye Sports Pub in Brooklyn at 7:00 pm.

Limited seating available for show. Outdoor seating is available, weather permitting. Raffles, food and beverages will be available for purchase at this event. 

Featuring special performances by:

Ellen Karis (Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Karis Comedy Corner Podcast)
Kendra Cunningham (Drybar Comedy Special, Last Comic Standing)
Sharon Simon (Saturday Night Live, NYC Pride Parade Featured Host)
Rich Carucci (MLB.com, featured in NY Post)

Advance tickets are available online for $25 while tickets at the door will be $30. Each ticket comes with 1 drink ticket voucher.

Proceeds benefit Tell Every Amazing Lady®.  There is no accurate screening test for ovarian cancer.

Is there a better way to support charity?  Click here to buy tickets now!

For more information and any questions you may have, please reach out to Tell Every Amazing Lady® at 917-310-4835 or contact@tealwalk.org.

Tell Every Amazing Lady® hosts meetup for runners on 2022 United Airlines NYC Half marathon charity team

Tell Every Amazing Lady® hosted a virtual meetup for the runners on its 2022 United Airlines NYC Half marathon team on February 19, 2022. The meetup served as a way for the runners to meet each other ahead of the March 20th, 2022 race and learn about the foundation they were representing. Many of the runners chose to run for Tell Every Amazing Lady® because they were personally affected by ovarian cancer. 

T.E.A.L.® presents to Kean University Graduate Program 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 17th, 2022. Interested students had the opportunity to work with us over the summer for their advocacy rotation as part of their program. We were excited to see so many eager students ready to help spread awareness about ovarian cancer to soon-to-be health care professionals. 

T.E.A.L.® partners with multiple cancer support organizations for Newly Diagnosed with Gynecological Cancer Webinar

On February 15th, 2022 T.E.A.L.® partnered with Woman to Woman, Mt. Sinai, Wisconsin Ovarian Cancer Alliance, Yale School of Medicine, and Clearity to host a webinar for those newly diagnosed with gynecological cancer. The webinar featured an oncologist, oncology social worker, and an ovarian cancer patient. The purpose of this virtual workshop was to inform, educate, and support anyone who has been diagnosed with gynecological cancer.

Meet Team Tell Every Amazing Lady® 2022 United Airlines Half Marathon Runner Kendra!

A group of women that I run with decided that we should all enter our names into the [United Airlines NYC Half] lottery, and 5 out of 7 got a spot, but my friend Eileen and I did not. She told me that we could fundraise and I said I would look into it and see if I found a charity that spoke to me, and that is how I found T.E.A.L.®.

Honestly, finishing the half marathon is my goal. A good time would be nice too! 

What I love most about running is the feeling of accomplishment after you push yourself out of your comfort zone.

I would love to be able to make genetic testing more accessible for all women, not just those with a family history of ovarian cancer.

If I could share a message to every amazing lady, I would say: Please don’t wait – if you are experiencing symptoms, please go to your doctor. My mother was so swollen and yet she waited rather than getting checked out right away thinking she was having stomach issues. 

Support Kendra and Tell Every Amazing Lady® at her fundraiser here!

Meet Team Tell Every Amazing Lady® 2022 United Airlines Half Marathon Runner Allison!

I started running with one goal in mind – to represent ovarian cancer. After not receiving a bib for the marathon on my own terms, I began looking at the charities listed. T.E.A.L.®’s logo was staring at me, and I knew it was a sign that, “Here’s my chance.”

Most people would say their goal for any marathon would be just to finish. Although that thought crossed my mind, my ultimate goal is to do this for my friend and her family. I want her legacy to continue to live on, and I want her story to reach as many young ladies as possible. My hope is that through this race I can do just that, and raise as much money as possible for T.E.A.L.®.

Let me start by introducing you to my friend, Brittany Kelly. Brittany was well known in the golf community here in Indiana and around the U.S. She set and achieved goals like no one I’ve ever known. Even to this day, as I read articles about her, it’s incredible to see how many people her story touched even though they never got a chance to physically meet her.

I guess what I love most about running is maybe what Brittany loved most about golf; It’s about the game and the people you meet along the way. Pushing yourself, individually speaking, to reach that next opportunity or goal. Setting out on the golf course, or in my case road, and leaving every ounce of who you are out there. Be a fierce, yet graceful, competitor just like B. Encourage those around me and beyond, to set out and just try it. Whatever it is you want to begin, to know that it’s a journey and not a sprint. I’m not running to be the best runner, I’m running to be the best form of me I can be.

Honestly, if I could change anything related to ovarian cancer, it would be to know before you know. Isn’t that everyone’s dream when it comes to a life-altering disease? To know the signs better and to watch for things more closely. Sadly, Britt’s story makes me sit back and take more control of my own body. Be mindful of every inch, and when things are even slightly off, to ask and seek advice. Nothing is ever minor when it comes to our health and discovering something as life-changing as cancer.

Whether you’re deep in the trenches of ovarian cancer or know someone who is battling, just know that there are many of us that stand with you. Brittany would have wanted you to know that she stands with you, she never backed down, so she wouldn’t want you to either. Be a gracious teacher, like B, share your story and you’ll be amazed at who it impacts.

A few of B.K.’s life lessons: Life is about how you treat people…”repeat”. Everyone has problems and struggles in life. It’s how you respond to them that makes all the difference in the world.

In closing, I just want to “thank you” for reading my story. I’m grateful I can do this for B and for all of you who are impacted by ovarian cancer. B didn’t just golf for herself, she golfed so she could teach and inspire. I’ll do my best to achieve that same goal with running.

Support Allison and Tell Every Amazing Lady® at her fundraiser here!

Meet Team Tell Every Amazing Lady® 2022 United Airlines Half Marathon Runner Kate!

I became aware of T.E.A.L.® around 2016, when I underwent genetic counseling and found out that I carried the BRCA 1 gene mutation.  I have a family history of both breast and ovarian cancers, so was keen to get involved with an organization that was focused on ovarian cancer research and awareness.  I have done a number of the annual T.E.A.L.® 5k races in Brooklyn (pre-pandemic) and T.E.A.L.®’s mission is critical to bringing more awareness to these issues. 

My goal for the 2022 United Airlines NYC Half Marathon is to finish! Kidding aside, this will be my third year participating in the NYC Half and I am thrilled to be representing Team Tell Every Amazing Lady® for 13.1 miles.

I love the mental focus running brings me by just putting one foot in front of the other; I also love the camaraderie it creates with other runners and the chance to be outside through all seasons of the year.

If I had the power to make a difference or change in one thing related to ovarian cancer, finding a cure would certainly be top of my list but short of that, it would be to find a reliable mechanism/test for early detection.

If I could share a message to every amazing lady about ovarian cancer, it would be: Together, we are stronger.

Support Kate and Tell Every Amazing Lady® at her fundraiser here!

Meet Team Tell Every Amazing Lady® 2022 United Airlines Half Marathon Runner Sofia!

My friend’s mother had ovarian cancer and became involved with T.E.A.L.®. Over the years I’ve known her, I’ve seen her fundraise for T.E.A.L.® and support their cause. Her drive and passion inspired me to say ‘Count me in!’ when she mentioned the half marathon.

I’ve always loved running and this is a welcome challenge I’ve never taken on before. Being a first timer, I’d like to complete the half marathon in 2 hours.

I’d like to fundraise between $1,000-$1,500 for T.E.A.L.®. Go team!

Running is my me time – I can just plug in my headphones and let my mind wander. Also, it’s a great way for me to get out all my extra energy!

If I could change one thing related to ovarian cancer, it would be awareness. It’s so common to hear about breast cancer and many types of other cancers, but ovarian cancer has such a small voice on the world stage – yet it affects so many women. Let’s raise our voices and say it loud and proud for all the amazing ladies out there!

My message for every amazing lady would be: “I admire your fight and your courage!”

At a time where Covid has so greatly impacted each of us in a variety of ways, created so much instability in so many realms of our lives – from financial, mental, emotional, physical – I think this is just a taste of the uncertainty that ladies with ovarian cancer feel and have felt. It’s given me perspective and clarity on what is really important to myself in my life – family, friends, my health. Thank you for all your inspiration!

Support Sofia and Tell Every Amazing Lady® at her fundraiser here!

Meet Team Tell Every Amazing Lady® 2022 United Airlines Half Marathon Runner Solange!

I became involved with T.E.A.L® in 2017, within a year of my mother passing away with ovarian cancer. Inspired by the messages of hope and the support of the T.E.A.L® community, I realized right away that T.E.A.L® would be an opportunity for me to heal while also giving back to others in need. Over the past five years I have volunteered for the T.E.A.L® Walk/Run. I have supported the Turn the Towns Teal™ ribbon-tying in Brooklyn and I have raised money through my organization by bringing workshops and fundraising opportunities.

My goal for the 2022 United Airlines NYC Half Marathon is to enjoy the run with the crowds and run faster. 

Running for me is comforting and challenging as well, bringing me a great sense of pride and joy at the end of each run.

If I had the power to change one thing related to ovarian cancer, it would be to improve early detection and find a cure.

My message for every amazing lady is, “You’re not in this battle alone. There is a community of T.E.A.L® around you. Mom, I love you and miss you and know that you will always be right by my side.”

T.E.A.L® has given hope and courage to so many people and loved ones dealing with ovarian cancer. My journey to heal as a daughter of T.E.A.L® will never be easy, but I know that I am surrounded by a community that understands me, recognizes my grief and encourages my prosperity. Thank you to everyone involved with T.E.A.L®.

Support Solange and Tell Every Amazing Lady® at her fundraiser here!

Save the date to celebrate with Tell Every Amazing Lady®!

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We are proud to announce that September 10, 2022 will be the date of the T.E.A.L.® Walk Celebration and Women’s Health Expo! The event will be hybrid and occur in person at Prospect Park, Brooklyn. Keep an eye out for more details and registration info! 

Tell Every Amazing Lady® launches enhanced mission

Tell Every Amazing Lady® kicked off the new year by launching an expanded mission on January 10, 2022 to officially recognize and increase the general women’s health and wellness services the foundation provides in addition to its ovarian cancer awareness and support services. Tell Every Amazing Lady® is excited by the change, as it officially promotes the wellness services it has always offered, such as our weekly Energy Healing and Meditation workshops, and allows us to expand our services.

Steve Buscemi supports Tell Every Amazing Lady®’s year-end goal

Since 2009, Tell Every Amazing Lady® has worked tirelessly to raise awareness about ovarian cancer, support women and families affected by the disease, and raise funds for critical medical studies. Our hard work and vital mission have garnered the support of actor, director and producer Steve Buscemi, who helped us spread the word about our campaign to reach $250,000, in a video campaign.

Survivor Jennifer Garam Partners with T.E.A.L.® on social media

Jennifer Garam: Cancer Survivor and T.E.A.L.® Partner

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Jennifer Garam, an ovarian cancer survivor and BRCA positive social media influencer, partnered with Tell Every Amazing Lady® on December 8th, 2021 to highlight her experiences with the foundation and its annual T.E.A.L.® Walk Program to her Instagram followers. Jennifer spoke of finding community and camaraderie amongst other survivors and also highlighted the free programs and services that the foundation offers. We’re so inspired by Jennifer and all that she’s accomplished to spread awareness about ovarian cancer and sharing her experiences as a survivor. To learn more about Jennifer and her journey (including helpful tips and candid experiences) visit www.JenniferGaram.com

T.E.A.L.® partners with Karen Bromberg for special free workshop

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T.E.A.L® welcomed Karen Bromberg to present Ways We Can Lower Stress & Support Our Immune System on November 16th, 2021. It was a completely virtual and free event where participants learned some practical suggestions on how we can lower our stress and support our immune system and the many essential oils that can support these endeavors. Karen has been in the health field for over 25 years. She is a certified licensed audiologist, a yoga instructor, the founder of Help You Thru, LLC, a website for family caregivers & a wellness advocate for doTERRA.

T.E.A.L.® board member hosts bowling event

Patricia Gentile, a T.E.A.L.® board-member, hosted a bowling event in Staten Island on November 14th, 2021. T.E.A.L.® spread awareness to the local community of about 250.

T.E.A.L.® joins Pratt Institute for Career Friday

CEO and co-founder of T.E.A.L.®, Pamela Esposito-Amery, was joined by Pratt Institute students on November 12th, 2021 virtually to share the ins and outs of nonprofit management, how to secure an internship with an organization like T.E.A.L.®, as well as T.E.A.L.®’s mission and work. Students were informed about the signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer as well.

T.E.A.L.® attends assemblymember’s free mammogram event

T.E.A.L.® staff set up an educational table during Assemblymember Robert Carroll’s no-cost mammogram event at his Seventh Avenue office in Brooklyn on November 12th, 2021 to connect with the community and raise awareness about the foundation and ovarian cancer. Those with a family or personal history of breast cancer can be at risk for ovarian cancer.

T.E.A.L.® provides T.E.A.L.® Kits to Woman to Woman Program at Mount Sinai

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On November 10th, 2021, T.E.A.L.® was able to provide 100 T.E.A.L.® Kits to the Woman to Woman Program at Mount Sinai Hospital. Woman to Woman carefully matches a survivor volunteer with a woman who is currently in treatment for cervical, ovarian, uterine, vaginal, or vulvar cancer. The specially-trained volunteers share their cancer stories with the women they are helping, fostering a personal relationship that grows to include open discussion, emotional support, and mentoring on everything from helpful resources to ways of becoming an effective self-advocate.

The T.E.A.L.® Kits we donated include eyelashes, eyebrow pencils and various other beauty products to help cancer patients feel better after some of the physical changes caused by treatment. We also included our resources and information to extend our support to these survivors. The T.E.A.L.® Kits we donated will go to current patients being treated for any gynecological cancer at Mount Sinai who are part of Woman to Woman. We are happy to be able to support a program whose values align with our own and make a difference in the lives of patients battling cancer.

https://www.mountsinai.org/care/obgyn/services/support-programs/woman-to-woman

T.E.A.L.® CEO and Co-Founder interviewed for Adding Context podcast

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Pamela Esposito-Amery, CEO and Co-Founder of Tell Every Amazing Lady®, was interviewed on the podcast Adding Context by Michael Bollentin on November 9th, 2021. Pamela discussed Tell Every Amazing Lady®’s work and mission as well as shared the signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer. Take a listen here

T.E.A.L.® speaks at Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer event in Brooklyn

Tell Every Amazing Lady® spoke at a community roundtable in Brooklyn, New York hosted by Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and attended by Assemblymember Robert Carroll and members of District 44 on October 22, 2021. Staff highlighted the T.E.A.L.® Community Center in Brooklyn and the work that the foundation does to attendees. 

T.E.A.L.® presents to New York-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital and the Meyer Cancer Center of Weill Cornell Medicine

T.E.A.L.® presented to new community health educators from the Center for NuLeadership on Human Justice & Healing (CNHJH) for the Diversity Center of Excellence of the Meyer Cancer Center of Weill Cornell Medicine on October 21st, 2021. The new community health educators were learning about the importance of lung screenings to help prevent cancer. All attendees also learned about Tell Every Amazing Lady® as a foundation, the work that we do, as well as the signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer.

T.E.A.L.® spreads awareness at local block party

On October 2nd, 2021, the block where the T.E.A.L.® Community Center is located in Brooklyn held their annual block party. To strengthen community ties, T.E.A.L.® donated awareness materials and free giveaways for the neighborhood. 

T.E.A.L.® turns City Hall teal in annual lighting for sixth year

T.E.A.L.® celebrated the end of National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month by lighting up Manhattan’s City Hall the color teal on September 30th, 2021! This was the sixth year in a row City Hall partnered with T.E.A.L.® to light the building and allow us to spread important awareness about ovarian cancer.

T.E.A.L.® has booth at virtual 2021 World Ovarian Cancer Coalition Partner Meeting 

T.E.A.L.® was invited to design and host a virtual booth at the 2021 World Ovarian Cancer Coalition Partner Meeting from September 30th – October 1st, 2021. Ovarian cancer organizations from all over the world attended the sessions and networked. Participants were able to virtually “pop in” to our booth and learn more about our foundation and the work that we do. This was a great event bringing the global ovarian cancer community together. 

Throggs Neck CKO hosts Punch-a-Thon Fundraiser for T.E.A.L.®

On September 24th, 2021 the Throggs Neck CKO in the Bronx held a Punch-a-Thon fundraiser for T.E.A.L.® to raise money to fight ovarian cancer. Attendees kickboxed to raise the money and distributed T.E.A.L.® awareness materials to spread information about the signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer. 

Kean University interns spread ovarian cancer awareness on campus

On September 21st, 2021, former T.E.A.L.® interns currently enrolled in the Genetic Counseling Program at Kean University gathered together and decorated the sidewalks of the Kean University campus in Union, New Jersey to spread ovarian cancer awareness. 

National T.E.A.L.® Walk/Run/Ride team meets up in Staten Island

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A National T.E.A.L.® Walk/Run/Ride team, “Something About T”, met up on September 18th, 2021 in Staten Island to spread awareness about ovarian cancer and posed for pictures before participating in their event. The team also fundraised for T.E.A.L.® for their event and even surpassed their goal! Team “Something About T” has been a long time supporter of Tell Every Amazing Lady® and  have helped spread our important message over the years.

T.E.A.L.® presents to the South Slope Lions

T.E.A.L.® presented to the South Slope Lions Club on September 16, 2021. T.E.A.L.® spread awareness about ovarian cancer and the work the foundation does to the attendees of the meeting. The South Slope LIons Club has been a longtime supporter of Tell Every Amazing Lady® and helps us spread our message to the public. 

T.E.A.L.® speaks at virtual event hosted by NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital and the Meyer Cancer Center of Weill Cornell Medicine

T.E.A.L.® joined community stakeholders, local health care providers, and leadership from NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital and the Meyer Cancer Center of Weill Cornell Medicine for a discussion about the health needs of Brooklyn residents on September 13, 2021. T.E.A.L.® was able to share awareness and info about the foundation at the event. 

T.E.A.L.® welcomes National Walk/Run/Ride participants to T.E.A.L.® Community Center

On September 11th, 12th, and 18th, 2021, T.E.A.L.® was thrilled to invite T.E.A.L.® National Walk/Run/Ride participants to visit the T.E.A.L.® Community Center in Park Slope, Brooklyn for a custom start/finish line for the month-long virtual event. Staff members also distributed awareness materials and special in-person swag giveaways for attendees. 

T.E.A.L.® joins Staten Island Boardwalk Bash

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On September 10, 2021, T.E.A.L.® had a table at the Staten Island Boardwalk Bash, a health and information fair for seniors, family and friends hosted by Assemblymember Michael Tannousis and the Staten Island University Hospital. A T.E.A.L.® representative distributed ovarian cancer awareness and National T.E.A.L.® Walk/Run Ride 2021 materials to the public while enjoying the boardwalk. 

T.E.A.L.® ties ribbons in Brooklyn in partnership with Turn the Towns Teal®

With the help of many fantastic volunteers, T.E.A.L.® was able to tie ovarian cancer awareness ribbons on trees on Myrtle Avenue, 5th Avenue, and Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn in collaboration with Turn the Towns Teal® on September 8th, 2021. The Myrtle Avenue, 5th Avenue, and North Flatbush Avenue BIDs joined the foundation in spreading ovarian cancer awareness and promoting the National T.E.A.L.® Walk/Run/Ride in the community. 

T.E.A.L.® participates in awareness double header at Coney Island baseball game, monument lighting

Staff and volunteers with Tell Every Amazing Lady®, an ovarian cancer nonprofit, raised awareness about the deadly disease at Maimonides Park in Coney Island during a Brooklyn Cyclones game on September 3rd, 2021. 

T.E.A.L.® staff were joined by volunteers personally affected by ovarian cancer, including Rafael Espinal, president of Freelancers Union and former NYC Council Member, who lost his mother to ovarian cancer, at a pre-game press conference and on the field before the kick off of the game. Espinal also threw out the first pitch. During the game, a PSA about ovarian cancer and the work T.E.A.L.® does played on screen for fans to see. 

At sunset, T.E.A.L.® members and volunteers stood in front of the famed Parachute Jump at Luna Park as it was lit teal, the official color symbolizing ovarian cancer. The Parachute Jump was also illuminated on August 28th, 2021, and September 4th, 2021.

T.E.A.L.® turns Brooklyn Borough Hall teal

Tell Every Amazing Lady® continued our kickoff of Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month on September 3rd, 2021 by lighting Brooklyn Borough Hall in downtown Brooklyn teal. It was the foundation’s eighth annual lighting at Brooklyn Borough Hall. 

Young fundraiser holds bake sale for the 2021 National T.E.A.L.® Walk/Run/Ride

After spotting T.E.A.L.® spreading ovarian cancer awareness at the Brooklyn Cyclones game on September 3rd, 2021, Lily and her mother Liza decided to fundraise for T.E.A.L.®. Lily, an avid baker and fundraiser who has raised money for charities such as No Kid Hungry, Project Hospitality, St Jude’s and more during the pandemic, baked and sold twinkies, devil dogs and whoopie pies with homemade teal (vegan) buttercream. Thank you for fundraising for Tell Every Amazing Lady®, Lily!  

WSAV showcases the National T.E.A.L.® Walk/Run/Ride 2021

T.E.A.L.® thanks WSAV Savannah for highlighting the National T.E.A.L.® Walk/Run/Ride on September 2nd, 2021. The national event combined T.E.A.L.®’s satellite events, including the annual Savannah T.E.A.L.® Walk, into one month-long endeavor that was fully virtual. WSAV also interviewed ovarian cancer survivor  Adrianne Reed, who touched on how difficult it was for her to get an accurate diagnosis for this deadly disease. The piece from WSAV can be read here. 

Devoted T.E.A.L.® Volunteer spreads awareness across the U.S.

Former Volunteer of the Month and friend of Tell Every Amazing Lady® Anthony traveled by rail across the United States throughout August and September 2021. During his travels, Anthony spread awareness about T.E.A.L.® by sporting our branded baseball cap and polo shirt. At times, Anthony was able to speak about the foundation to those he met on the trip. 

Starting in New York, Anthony and his nephew traveled south and to the west via train. The two of them stopped in many locations along the way, with particular focus on areas of historical and railfan significance. Notable highlights include Ft. Pulaski in Savannah, Georgia, the National Transportation Museum in St. Louis, Missouri, the National WWI Museum and Memorial in Kansas City, Missouri, and Buffalo Bill Cody’s Ranch in North Platte, Nebraska. Though the trip was amazing, Anthony can’t wait to get back on the rails and is already plotting his next adventure!

We’re incredibly grateful to Anthony for his long-standing volunteerism and determination to spread awareness about ovarian cancer. The more people that learn the signs and symptoms of this deadly disease, the more lives that could be saved. If you’ve been inspired by Anthony’s story, visit the T.E.A.L.® Shop today and begin spreading awareness – your way. Tag us on social media with #TellEveryAmazingLady!

You can also support our Awareness and Education Program by donating at TellEveryAmazingLady.org/donate