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This is Pelotonia. The expectation-defying, cancer-fighting grassroots community of tens of thousands of people rallying around One Goal.

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At Pelotonia, we’re driven by our mission: to engage, inspire, and challenge a community committed to change the world by accelerating innovative cancer research.

Pelotonia is a community that is passionate about Ending Cancer. Through annual cycling and event experiences, volunteerism, and year-round fundraising, we have raised more than $309 million for innovative cancer research. And we're not done yet.

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ride weekend

Grab your helmet and get ready for a truly life-changing cycling experience! Ride Weekend welcomes more than 7,000 Riders to central Ohio with routes ranging from 20 to 190 miles, including one- and two-day ride options.
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Gravel day

Gravel Day offers unique adventures on the scenic, gravel roads of beautiful Southeast Ohio. Gravel Riders can select from multiple looped cycling route options through the hills of Athens County. Or, new in 2025, participate in the Trail Run/Hike!
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volunteer

Volunteers are the backbone of Pelotonia's one-of-kind event experiences. Join our passionate community of Volunteers and make a difference in the fight to end cancer. Each person and every shift makes an impact.
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challenger

Fundraise for innovative cancer research from anywhere, anytime. Create your own Pelotonia challenge based on your interests, set activity and fundraising goals, and make an impact by participating as a Challenger.
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pelotonia kids

Engaging our youngest and most enthusiastic participants, Pelotonia Kids is a series of youth cycling events organized by passionate community members with 100% directed to pediatric cancer research.
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the numbers

$309M+

FUNDS RAISED FOR CANCER RESEARCH SINCE 2009

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In 2024, the Pelotonia community raised $26.2 million for innovative cancer research at The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute, bringing all-time funds raised to $309,861,962.

the pelotonia impact

100% of every participant-raised dollar goes directly to innovative cancer research.

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Joe Apgar | CEO, Pelotonia

“ Pelotonia was founded on the belief that, together, we will end cancer. As a community, we’ve made remarkable progress.”
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Research Stories

OSUCCC – James CEO Commends Community's Devotion
W. Kimryn Rathmell, MD, PhD, marked her inaugural Ride Weekend with both a personal milestone and a vivid introduction to the vibrant, purpose-driven community fueling cancer research.
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Research Stories

Locally Developed Cancer Drug Moves to Clinical Trial
A powerful new cancer-fighting drug, developed entirely at The Ohio State University, is now entering its first human clinical trial, offering new hope for patients.
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Research Stories

Ohio State Recruits Renowned Researcher in Immunology
Dr. Glen Barber builds on groundbreaking discovery that may lead to new treatments for cancer and inflammation.
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Research Stories

Genetic Mutations Link Could Lead to New AML Treatment
Researchers have found a connection between two genetic mutations in a subtype of acute myeloid leukemia (AML) — a finding that could lead to new ways to treat this aggressive blood cancer.
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100% of every participant-raised dollar goes to innovative cancer research at the OSUCCC – James.

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