Kaleidoscope of Hope Ovarian Cancer Foundation
About Us
Organization Description
The mission of the Kaleidoscope of Hope Ovarian Cancer Foundation is to raise funds for ovarian cancer research and increase awareness of the symptoms of this disease. We primarily focus our efforts during National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month each September when we host 2 New Jersey Walks where we educate women about the disease, its symptoms and treatment options, while raising money for cancer research. The funds we raise during these events are awarded to researchers using innovative ideas and technology to find an early detection test and a cure for ovarian cancer. We also host an annual golf fundraiser each May.
Kaleidoscope of Hope began after Gail MacNeil, Lois Myers and Patty Stewart were diagnosed with ovarian cancer and were amazed at the lack of available information and general knowledge regarding ovarian cancer. In May of 2000, they decided to create a foundation that would serve as a vehicle for ovarian cancer research and awareness. The new foundation hosted its first fundraiser, a hugely successful walk, which drew 150 walkers and raised $25,000. It became the most successful first-time fundraiser ever held in Morris County NJ. Since then, KOH has donated over $3.25 million to ovarian cancer research.
Kaleidoscope of Hope began after Gail MacNeil, Lois Myers and Patty Stewart were diagnosed with ovarian cancer and were amazed at the lack of available information and general knowledge regarding ovarian cancer. In May of 2000, they decided to create a foundation that would serve as a vehicle for ovarian cancer research and awareness. The new foundation hosted its first fundraiser, a hugely successful walk, which drew 150 walkers and raised $25,000. It became the most successful first-time fundraiser ever held in Morris County NJ. Since then, KOH has donated over $3.25 million to ovarian cancer research.
Year Founded
May 1, 2000
Organization Website
Languages Served
English
Contact Info
Email
Phone Number
Organization Photos
Location
Street Address
Post Office Box 1124
City
Madison
State/Province
NJ
Country
United States
Location of Organization
North America
Post Office Box 1124
More info about Organization
Major recurring events hosted by the organization
Diane Castle Memorial Golf Outing - annually in May
Valerie O'Rourke Foley Walk - annually in September
Gail MacNeil & Diane Castle Walk - annually in September
Valerie O'Rourke Foley Walk - annually in September
Gail MacNeil & Diane Castle Walk - annually in September
Major awareness or communications campaigns and/or collaborations your organization is involved in
We communicate via email, snail mail, and on social media with our community. We don't have any official campaigns or collaborations.
What description best describes your organization?
Foundation or Trust
Number of Employees
1-5
Number of Volunteers Annually
11-20
Volunteer Opportunities
- Board Members
- Walk Volunteers
- Gold Outing Volunteers
Estimated number of patients and/or caregivers served annually
100
Number of awareness events held annually
3
More information about Area, Activity and Services
Cancer Disease(s) of Focus
Ovarian Cancer
Domain
Raising Awareness, Written information/advice, Online information, Funding research, Other
Advocacy and Awareness Activities Interested In
Raising Cancer Awareness, Community Organizing, Research Initiatives, Improving equity diversity and inclusion, Fundraising, Survivorship support
Methods of Communication
Online Community Forums, Written Information
Member/Audience Type
Cancer Patients and Survivors, Family Members and/or Caregivers of Patients, Physicians (Cancer Specialists), Researchers and Scientists