G O G. Providing needed support for gynecologic research

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1 G O G FOundatiOn Providing needed support for gynecologic research

2 Mission Statement The GOG Foundation is a U. S. not-for-profit organization with the sole purpose of promoting excellence in the quality and integrity of clinical and basic scientific research in the field of gynecologic malignancies. The GOG Foundation promotes awareness for gynecologic malignancies through education and clinical trials. The Group conducts gynecologic trials at academic institutions throughout the United States, and internationally. Trials are conducted at the institutional level with focus on Phase I through III cancer trials. The Group s main objective is to provide an appropriate vehicle to test new ideas for the prevention and management of patients with gynecologic malignancies. The GOG Foundation has completed over 300 clinical trials and contributed over 550 manuscripts to peer reviewed medical literature. 2 new Horizons Gynecologic Cancer Research Fund In 2007, the GOG Foundation recognized that a fundraising arm through the non-profit corporation must be developed and promoted if we are to continue to bolster basic research and translational research activities within the GOG Foundation. This fundraising arm, later named new Horizons Gynecologic Cancer Research Fund is the philanthropic arm for the GOG Foundation with collaboration within the Group. New Horizons was developed and funded through donations and fund raising activities such as 5k races and other awareness events. These donations have become the source of income that allows the GOG to enrich our efforts to develop and deliver essential research tools needed to further our trial development and

3 translational research program. Donations from individuals, corporations, and foundations directly fund GOG Foundation educational and research initiatives. Together, we partner to search for speedy treatments, more effective prevention and promoting excellence in scientific research in the field of gynecologic malignancies. With current economic conditions, the GOG Foundation relies on these donations to provide needed funds for projects that would not fall under the Federal Funding Guidelines. The GOG Foundation is committed to maintain the highest standards in clinical trial development, execution, analysis and distribution of results. Continuous evaluation of our processes is utilized in order to constantly improve the quality of patient care. Without clinical trials and scientific research and development, we would not be closer to a cure. Each donation received by the GOG Foundation will go directly to provide: Much needed resources to effectively work toward the prevention and treatment of gynecologic malignancies Accessible research funding Ability to mentor New Investigators through fellowship awards Opportunity to raise public awareness through education and research Translational medicine initiatives across the disease committees Technology and operations needs of the GOG Foundation 3

4 donate now Your Gift Will Make a difference! Please support the important work of the New Horizons Gynecologic Cancer Research Fund. We ask you to join us by supporting this program. Donations of any amount will help make a difference in advancing research and providing the opportunity for further exploration. Women who have been diagnosed with a gynecologic malignancy depend on clinical trials to combat this disease. Your donation Options are Limitless You may make a donation in your own name, your business name, In Memory Of or a donation in the name of a specific person you have been meaning to recognize. Let them know how special they are! ALL DONATIONS ARE WELCOME AND BEST OF ALL, THEY ARE TAX DEDUCTIBLE! Cut Here " 3

5 Contribution information My gift is: Individual In Honor Of In Memory Of In Honor Of : In Memory Of : Your Name: Address: City: State: ZIP Code: Payment information Amount of Contribution: $ Method Check Card Number: Expiration Date: YES, I wish to be acknowledged on the GOG Foundation website. I wish to remain anonymous. The GOG Foundation will provide you, your attorney, or taxadvisor with any additional information you may need in connection with your contribution. Please contact Kathy Shumaker, Director of Development, at (410) or Kshumaker@gog.org for further information. Tax ID

6 Contribution Form instructions Please complete the Contribution Form and return it and your donation (if applicable) to: GOG Foundation attn: Kathy Shumaker 2127 Espey Court - Suite 100 Crofton, Md Monetary Contributions YES. I am pleased to make a tax-deductible contribution to support the GOG Foundation. GOG Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. YES. I am pleased to provide a pledge in the amount of $, to be paid in increments of $ per year, over a total period of years. I understand that the GOG Foundation will send me a statement each year. Payments must be made to the GOG Foundation by december 31st in order to be tax-deductible for that calendar year. Cut Here " This pamphlet is designed to provide general information. It is provided with the understanding that neither the GOG Foundation nor any person distributing this pamphlet is engaged in rendering legal, accounting, tax, investment or other professional advice. If legal advice or other expert assistance is required, the services of a competent professional should be sought. Accordingly, neither the GOG Foundation nor any distributor of this pamphlet shall be liable for any loss or damage alleged to have been caused by the use or reliance upon this information.