Oligo Nation

08/19/2026

One month to go!

The 6th Annual Fast Track to a Cure Bay Area 👟
Saturday, September 19th
San Francisco Bay Trail
Marina Bay Park

Hear more from Stanley Currier, race organizer and Oligo survivor, on this amazing 5K walk and run!💙

Sign up: https://bit.ly/FTCBayArea2026

08/18/2026

On August 17th, Sarah Veldman began walking 3,650 kilometers in 365 days to raise €3,650 for Oligo Nation. 🚶‍♀️👟💙

At the end of 2024, Sarah was diagnosed with a Grade II oligodendroglioma brain tumor. Shortly after her diagnosis, she underwent an awake craniotomy, during which the surgeons were able to remove about 90% of the tumor. Sarah is currently taking vorasidenib to help delay the need for chemotherapy and radiation. She lives in the Netherlands with her husband and their six-year-old daughter.

“Being diagnosed with a brain tumor has changed my perspective on life. It has taught me to appreciate every day and inspired me to find a way to turn my own experience into something positive for others living with oligodendroglioma.” - Sarah

We are so thankful to Sarah for raising awareness and supporting research for Oligo. Follow her journey at and cheer her on every step of the way! ⭐

https://bit.ly/Sarah3650

08/17/2026

Inspiring Hope D.C.
Thursday, October 15th
Congressional Country Club
Bethesda, MD

Please join us for the inaugural Inspiring Hope D.C. ✨The evening celebrates the strength and resilience of individuals and families battling oligodendroglioma brain cancer, recognize leaders and advocates who are advancing research, and raise critical funds to accelerate new treatment options.

We hope to see you there! https://IHDC2026.givesmart.com

Help Oligo Nation spread the word about Inspiring Hope DC 2026!

08/14/2026

Oligo Nation is honored to welcome Dr. John Boockvar as our featured speaker at The 14th Annual Oligo Nation Masters.

Dr. Boockvar is a globally recognized brain surgeon and Vice Chair of Neurosurgery at Northwell's Lenox Hill Hospital, part of Northwell Health, New York State's largest health care provider.

With the event just one month away, we hope you'll make plans to join us for an afternoon of golf, an inspiring evening program with Dr. Boockvar, and our signature live auction as we come together to accelerate a cure. https://ONMasters2026.givesmart.com

08/13/2026

Fast Track To A Cure New Jersey 👟
Sunday, October 25th
Thompson Park
Lincroft, NJ

Join your New Jersey friends, families, and neighbors for the fifth annual NJ 5K as we raise funds in the fight for Oligodendroglioma research, an incurable brain cancer. Everyone is welcome—run, walk (we anticipate many strollers and scooters!), and cheer from the sidelines! 💙

Sign up here! http://www.oligo5knj.com/

08/11/2026

Join us for an evening of great wine, good company, and raising a glass to the progress happening in Oligo brain cancer research. 🥂

Oligo Nation’s 4th Annual Corks for a Cure
Sunday, October 4th
Vinarosa Resort & Spa in Santa Rosa, CA! 🍇

Together, we’ve raised more than $9 million to advance promising research focused on bringing new, more effective treatment options to Oligo patients and families.

We hope to see you there! 💙https://Corks2026.givesmart.com

08/05/2026

Fast Track to a Cure Massachusetts 👟
Saturday, September 19, 2026
Myles Standish State Forest, 9:00am

After a life-changing oligodendroglioma brain cancer diagnosis at age 38, Megan Dostal endured brain surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation. Marathons and triathlons were replaced with first just a few steps into a neuro-oncology waiting room, then a walk down the driveway and eventually a slow jog around town. As she reclaimed her life as a mother, athlete, and teacher, Megan found a passion for advocating for research and supporting others facing an Oligo diagnosis.

💙Join us on the Fast Track to a Cure: http://bit.ly/FTCMA26

08/03/2026

Inspiring Hope Chicago
Thursday, October 8th
Ravinia Green Country Club
Riverwoods, IL

Join us for an evening honoring the courage of those living with oligodendroglioma, alongside the doctors and leaders advancing meaningful progress in Oligo research. Oligo Nation is the only organization in the world solely dedicated to funding research for oligodendroglioma, a rare and currently incurable brain cancer.

Tickets and more info: https://Chicago2026.givesmart.com

07/24/2026

Corks for a Cure 🍇
Sunday, October 4th
Vinarosa Resort & Spa
Santa Rosa, CA

Join us for Oligo Nation's fourth annual Corks for a Cure as we celebrate progress in medical research and honor those making a lasting impact in the fight against oligodendroglioma, a rare and currently incurable form of brain cancer. To date, we've raised more than $9 million to advance promising research focused on delivering new, more effective treatment options.

We hope to see you there! 🍷🍾https://Corks2026.givesmart.com

07/23/2026

Check your email inboxes! ✅The latest edition of our newsletter Oligo Nation InBox is here. 📧

Keep up-to-date with Oligo Nation, including events, research programs, and clinical trials by registering at www.oligonation.org/registration.