ANN ARBOR, Mich. – Nearly 13,000 women will die of ovarian cancer in the United States and another 19,000 women will receive a new diagnosis in 2024, according to the American Cancer Society.
On Sunday, May 12, runners can raise money for ovarian cancer awareness during the Mother’s Day “Time to Teal” 5K throughout downtown Ann Arbor.
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Hosted by the Michigan Ovarian Cancer Alliance (MIOCA), the timed race and fundraiser aims to increase awareness of the lethal cancer while bringing together the community and survivors.
MIOCA was founded in 2011 by Ann Arborite Pam Dahlmann after the death of her grandmother due to ovarian cancer. The nonprofit raises awareness and funds, promotes early ovarian cancer detection and improved treatments, and offers resources to survivors and families.
“Running has always been significant in my life. Going through my cancer, diagnosis and treatment was a time full of challenges – unknowns, discomfort, and physical changes. I am thankful for the MIOCA community and this 5k that celebrates life, supports ovarian cancer awareness and advocates for women’s health,” said race director Mary Wagner.
Before the race, Ann Arbor’s own David Zinn will have an art demonstration. Characters from Neverland Entertainment and Wolverine Blasty will be available for photos.
Participants will get 5K finishers medals, Washtenaw dairy treats, group photos, prizes, snacks, Buff City Soap samples, Hanover chocolates, potted plants from Turner Nursery and time recognition.
Registration is open on MIOCA’s website and costs $40 until May 11. Day-off registration costs $45. The 1-mile fun run costs $15.