Welcome to The Circle!
Our About Section of this website will provide key information to get to know us, get involved, and make a difference for your loved ones and for the lives of others. Below is an overview of what you will find in the About section of our website.
Our Mission
The Ovarian Cancer Circle/Inspired by Robin Babbini, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Los Angeles, is committed to creating an ever-expanding ring of networking, education and support for women of all ages, their extended families and friends who are affected by ovarian cancer.
Learn more on Our Mission page.
Robin's Story
Robin Babbini’s life was turned upside down when at the age of 17 she was diagnosed with Stage 3 ovarian cancer. Her life and passing is a tribute to increase awareness, early detection and prevention so that others may survive this deadly disease.
Since The Circle began in 2009, countless individuals, businesses, and organizations have rallied support around Robin’s legacy and The Circle’s Mission, including scholarships and awards to raise awareness among young women at organizations Robin attended during her life.
To our horror, the cancer re-occurred six short months later, followed by another surgery, only to find out the cancer had metastasized and she was now considered chronic. Robin began endless, continuous and different types of cancer treatments.
Robin’s determination and everlasting hope gave her the strength to pledge the national sorority, KAPPA KAPPA GAMMA, and she persevered to continue academic studies She participated as co-captain at the American Cancer’s Relay for Life at UCSB and, despite her weakening and debilitated condition, gave a gut wrenching, inspirational speech convinced that one day there would be a cure and the suffering would be eradicated. Six weeks later Robin lost her valiant battle at the young age of 20.
Robin has left a remarkable legacy. In perpetuity, Pacific Hills High School in West Hollywood has created the “Robin Babbini Outstanding Senior Award.” The Ovarian Cancer Circle presents annually the “Robin Babbini Community Achievement Award” to honor a member of her beloved sorority. The UCSB French Language Department designates the annual Robin Memorial Award for an outstanding French 3-level student.
Most importantly, Robin has brought Ovarian Cancer to the forefront of young women’s awareness, who now realize that this insidious disease has no age boundaries.
Meet Our Team
The Circle is grateful for all of the volunteers and leaders to help make such an impact.
Our Sponsors & Supporters
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