Ostomy Foundation

Ostomy Foundation We are committed to ostomate education and support through multiple resources and tools that foster healing and hope.

We encourage an ostomate’s positive sense of self empowerment, and strive to eliminate ostomy misconceptions and stereotypes.

Big shout out to our newest top fan! 💎Joe BarlowDrop a comment to welcome them to our community,
03/29/2026

Big shout out to our newest top fan! 💎

Joe Barlow

Drop a comment to welcome them to our community,

One night. One community. One cause.Register today and be part of something that matters.The Moonlight 5K is for walkers...
03/27/2026

One night. One community. One cause.
Register today and be part of something that matters.

The Moonlight 5K is for walkers, first-timers, and anyone who wants to show up.

👉 Register | Sponsor | Donate

May 15th in New Milford.

🏃 Register for the race: https://www.moonlight5krun.com/

This isn’t just a 5K—it’s a community build in motion. 🌙Run it. Sponsor it. Support it.However you show up, you’re part ...
03/26/2026

This isn’t just a 5K—it’s a community build in motion. 🌙
Run it. Sponsor it. Support it.

However you show up, you’re part of the impact.
👉 Register | Sponsor | Donate

May 15th. New Milford.

🏃 Register for the race: https://www.moonlight5krun.com/

To sponsor: email info@ostomyfoundation.org or call 475-209-2404.

The Ostomy Foundation works to improve the lives of individuals living with an ostomy by providing education, awareness,...
03/25/2026

The Ostomy Foundation works to improve the lives of individuals living with an ostomy by providing education, awareness, and community support. A tax-deductible donation helps fund programs that directly impact patients and families navigating life after ostomy surgery.

📊 Ostomy in Numbers:
• 1 Million people affected in the United States
• $51,000 average cost of ostomy surgery
• 100,000 surgeries performed each year in the U.S.

These numbers reflect not only medical need, but the importance of ongoing support, resources, and advocacy. Your contribution helps expand access to care, reduce stigma, and strengthen the community.

👉 Donate here:
https://bit.ly/support-ostomy-foundation

Thank you for supporting this mission.

🌟 GOLD SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT 🌟 A huge thank you to Nuvance Health for stepping up as a Gold Sponsor of the Moonlight 5K, the...
03/24/2026

🌟 GOLD SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT 🌟 A huge thank you to Nuvance Health for stepping up as a Gold Sponsor of the Moonlight 5K, the evening race kicking off the New Milford GOAT Days Days Festival on May 15! 🌙🏃‍♀️

Your support helps make this unique community event possible while advancing the mission of the Ostomy Foundation— providing education, resources, and hope for those living with an ostomy.

Want your business to be part of the starting line too? Sponsorship opportunities are still available—and promotion begins as soon as you commit!

📩 To sponsor: email info@ostomyfoundation.org
or call 475-209-2404.

“What is an ostomy?” you ask? An ostomy is a surgical procedure that creates an opening in the abdomen to allow waste to...
03/20/2026

“What is an ostomy?” you ask? An ostomy is a surgical procedure that creates an opening in the abdomen to allow waste to leave the body when part of the digestive or urinary system cannot function normally. People may need an ostomy due to conditions such as cancer, Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, trauma, or other serious health issues.

While it can be life-saving, it can also come with physical and emotional challenges. That’s where education, support, and community matter. You may be surprised to learn that between 725,000 and 1 million people in the United States are living with an ostomy — about 1 in every 500 Americans. And every year, roughly 100,000 more life-saving ostomy surgeries are performed.

People with ostomies are athletes, parents, professionals, students, and community leaders living full, active lives. The more we talk about it, the more we break the stigma.

If this post helped you learn something new, share it to help spread awareness.

Visit us at www.ostomyfoundation.org/

The Moonlight 5K is an evening 5K run/walk in New Milford, CT on May 15, 2026, held as the kickoff for the New Milford G...
03/18/2026

The Moonlight 5K is an evening 5K run/walk in New Milford, CT on May 15, 2026, held as the kickoff for the New Milford GOAT Days festival. 🌙🏃‍♀️

Set along a fast, flat USATF-certified course with beautiful views of the Housatonic River, this race brings our community together for fitness, fun, and festival vibes — live music, food trucks, prizes & fireworks! All proceeds support The Ostomy Foundation, helping raise awareness and resources for ostomates and their families.

Sign up to race here: moonlight5krun.com

We’re seeking sponsors of all levels to make this event even bigger — join us and get your brand seen by locals and visitors alike! 🌟

Sponsorships are open until April 20th!

📩 DM us to learn more or email info@ostomyfoundation.org.

We’re grateful to New Milford Recycling Center for supporting the Moonlight 5K, the night race launching the New Milford...
03/16/2026

We’re grateful to New Milford Recycling Center for supporting the Moonlight 5K, the night race launching the New Milford GOAT Days festival this May. 🌙🏃

Sponsors help make this community event possible while raising awareness for the incredible work of the The Ostomy Foundation.

Want your business featured alongside our amazing sponsors? There’s still time to get involved.

📩 To sponsor: email info@ostomyfoundation.org or call 475-209-2404.

Thank you to the Gaylordsville Fire Department for their support of the Moonlight 5K and helping make this unforgettable...
03/16/2026

Thank you to the Gaylordsville Fire Department for their support of the Moonlight 5K and helping make this unforgettable kickoff to the GOAT Days Festival possible. 🌙✨

Community partners like you help us bring people together for a fun evening race while supporting the work of the The Ostomy Foundation.

Businesses interested in joining this growing lineup of sponsors are encouraged to reach out now — promotion begins immediately.

📩 To sponsor: email info@ostomyfoundation.org or call 475-209-2404.

A big thank you to Town of New Milford, CT for support of the Moonlight 5K — the exciting evening race kicking off the N...
03/16/2026

A big thank you to Town of New Milford, CT for support of the Moonlight 5K — the exciting evening race kicking off the New Milford GOAT Days festival on May 15. 🌙🏃‍♂️

Your support helps bring this unique community event to life while supporting the mission of The Ostomy Foundation.

Want your business or organization to be part of the start line too? Sponsorship opportunities are still available, and promotion begins as soon as you commit.

📩 To sponsor: email info@ostomyfoundation.org or call 475-209-2404.

Every journey in the ostomy community is unique, and every voice matters. Whether you’re an ostomate, caregiver, loved o...
03/15/2026

Every journey in the ostomy community is unique, and every voice matters. Whether you’re an ostomate, caregiver, loved one, medical professional, manufacturer or facility, you are part of this community.

We’d love to get to know you. Introduce yourself in the comments and share a little about your journey. Your experience may help someone who is just beginning their journey, remind others they are not alone or inspire someone who needs encouragement today.

Visit our website to learn more about our programs and resources: https://www.ostomyfoundation.org/

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