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Big Wheeler

Big Wheeler


02/12/2024
Fundraising

Big Wheelers are VeloSano’s biggest fundraisers. These individual Riders and Virtual Fundraisers set big goals and go the extra mile to achieve them. It’s about doing something big in the fight against cancer.
Virtual Fundraiser

Become a Virtual Fundraiser!


02/12/2024
"Virtual Fundraiser"

If you can’t ride or if riding is not for you, you can still participate in Bike to Cure, fundraise and join our special community.

Register as a Virtual Fundraiser and chose your own activity, maybe it’s walking, running, swimming or
yoga? Simply curate your own activity and participate anyway, anytime, anywhere.
 
Get Ready to Experience Bike to Cure

Experience Bike to Cure Weekend!


02/12/2024

VeloSano focuses on making an impact and fundraising all year-round to support cancer research at
Cleveland Clinic and cancer patients & survivors everywhere. In September, we bring thousands of
people together to celebrate and participate in the annual Bike to Cure, a fun-filled weekend of festivities
and of course, an unforgettable bike ride in Cleveland, Ohio.

Join us September ​6-7!
 
Safety Tips

Safety Tips for Riders


02/12/2024
General Ride Training

Rider safety is a top priority at Bike to Cure and in the weeks of training that lead up to ride weekend.
We work with local municipalities, police officers and course officials to help create a safe experience for
our Riders, however, everyone plays an individual key role.

Fundraise Your Way


02/08/2024

Fundraise for VeloSano whenever, wherever, and however you choose. By Fundraising Your Way, you can make a difference and raise money for cancer research at Cleveland Clinic through the activity of your choice.

Whether it’s with an event, creating an online page in honor of a birthday or life milestone, or partnering with a local business, there are a variety of options to support the cause.

Our team is here to help with tools, resources, and support. Continue reading to find the best option for you and get started!

Kickoff Party Ticket Information

Team VeloSano
08/14/2023

Get ready to party! Join us for the Kickoff Party presented by Adcom on Friday, Sept 8 from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. 

This year, tickets are distributed via Big Tickets...here's everything you need to know.

Dollar for Dollar Match Promotion


08/07/2023

A Dollar for Dollar Match means 2X the impact you and your donors make supporting lifesaving cancer research at Cleveland Clinic!
 
Every online donation will be matched dollar for dollar up to a total of $200,000 tomorrow, Tuesday, August 8!
 

VeloSano Yard Sign Day


06/20/2023

VeloSano Yard Sign Day – Tues., June 27, 10:30a.m. to 1:30p.m.

During this time, stop by various locations throughout Northeast Ohio that will be distributing VeloSano yard signs.

The 2022 All-In VeloSano Award Recipient Is...


12/19/2022

What a perfect way to close out 2022 by bringing you another special VeloSano announcement. Get your cowbells ready!
 
Every year we highlight one particular individual, team or group for their exceptional efforts and contribution to VeloSano and cancer research at Cleveland Clinic by presenting them with the All-In VeloSano Award.
 

VeloSano Community Raised $6.9 Million in 2022


12/14/2022

A record-high $6.9 million was raised for VeloSano in 2022, 100% of which will support lifesaving cancer research at Cleveland Clinic and Cleveland Clinic Children’s. The year-round fundraising movement has brought in a cumulative total of more than $37 million since its inception in 2014.
 

Let’s find a cure, together. | Dr. Jame Abraham


08/15/2022

VeloSano's signature fundraiser, Bike to Cure, is fast approaching. Every year I'm amazed and grateful for everyone who participates in this weekend-long event. The support, passion and energy is contagious, and helps us to continue to advance cancer research to the next level. As an oncologist, I understand how cancer can ravage the lives of patients and their families, physically and emotionally. Every day, the need for a cure intensifies.  

Dollar for Dollar Mid-Summer Match Promotion!


07/19/2022

Get Ready for Some Summertime "Fun"draising with a Sizzling Hot Match Opportunity!

Spring Into Fundraising Match Promotion


04/21/2022

Get Ready to Spring into Fundraising Action!
 
Thanks to a generous $100,000 gift from Bruce & Janet Hollenbeck, online donations will be matched dollar for dollar up to a total of $100,000 starting on April 27! This will DOUBLE the impact on lifesaving cancer research at Cleveland Clinic.
 
Individual donations you receive of any amount up to $5,000 will be matched! Whether it's a $5 gift, $50 or $5,000, every dollar makes a difference!*
 
Don’t wait. Matching funds go fast. If you’re not yet registered, register today and put your fundraising strategy together to help you meet and exceed your fundraising commitment.
 

Fundraising Finish Line Dollar for Dollar Match


10/25/2021

With just seven days to go until the October 31 fundraising deadline, we're announcing a match challenge for $1OO,OOO! This opportunity will make a huge impact on the final dollar amount we raise for VeloSano 8 (2021) and on the cancer research projects we will fund. 

1OO Days $1OOK Match Promotion


05/26/2021

To highlight this day and thanks to donor support, we will match, dollar for dollar, funds you raise June 3* until we reach our $100,000 threshold!  So if someone donates $10 dollars to you, it’s matched. If someone donates $100 or $1,000, it's matched. Any donation, large or small, will make a difference.

Record Number of VeloSano Participants Raise More than $3 Million for Cancer Research at Cleveland Clinic

Cleveland Clinic Corporate Communications
11/11/2020
Fundraising General News

Thursday, Nov. 12, 2020, CLEVELAND: A record-high 2,900 participants raised more than $3 million for VeloSano in 2020, 100% of which will support lifesaving cancer research at Cleveland Clinic. Latin for “swift cure,” the year-round fundraising initiative has raised a cumulative total of more than $24 million since its inception in 2014.

VeloSano 4 Raises More Than $4 Million for Cleveland Clinic Cancer Research

Team VeloSano
11/08/2017
Donation Fundraising General

Friday, Nov. 10, 2017, Cleveland: VeloSano announced yesterday that it has raised over $4.17 million to support cancer research at Cleveland Clinic. This past July, more than 3,200 individuals participated as riders, virtual riders and volunteers from 28 states and the District of Columbia, as well as Germany and Italy, to raise funds for cancer research. Nearly 26,000 donations were received from over 22,000 donors from all 50 states, D.C., Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands and 36 countries around the world. 

Baseball and Biking to Cure – a Winning Combination!

Team VeloSano
04/05/2017
Partner Spotlight

Spring is in the air and that means it’s time for Cleveland Indians baseball (not to mention, nicer training weather for VeloSano)! We’re especially excited for the Tribe to be back in action, as they are not only coming off a great 2016 as the American League Champions, but they are also back and better than ever for VeloSano 4.

Thanks to You: Over $3.3 for VeloSano 3!

Team VeloSano
11/30/2016
Events

It was an evening of sharing our thanks at the VeloSano Bash!  What we are most thankful for is all of you, our VeloSano family, for believing in us and joining us on this cancer-fighting journey. It is because you that we were able to announce $3.37 MILLION RAISED for cancer research at Cleveland Clinic!