COLUMBUS, OH (November 12, 2023) – The Pelotonia community raised $25,006,939 in 2023, exceeding 2022’s fundraising total by 15 percent and bringing all-time funds raised to $283,661,867 million in support of cancer research throughout its 15 years. With the support of generous funding partners that galvanize support for peer-to-peer fundraising, Pelotonia directs 100 percent of every participant-raised dollar to The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute (OSUCCC – James).

“For 15 years, the Pelotonia community has fueled leading-edge cancer research across every major type of cancer and at every stage of patient care from screening and early diagnosis through treatment and into survivorship.” said Joe Apgar, president of Pelotonia. “The community’s exceptional fundraising efforts this year demonstrate Pelotonia’s unwavering support of innovative and life-saving cancer research that is the driving force behind incredible advancements in patient outcomes.”

This year, more than 11,000 Riders, Volunteers, and Challengers participated in Pelotonia 2023. As part of its milestone year, Pelotonia:

“The funds raised by the Pelotonia community are crucial momentum builders in the work to advance cancer research,” said Raphael Pollock, MD, PhD, director of The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center. “Many researchers come to Ohio State because of Pelotonia funding. The investment Pelotonia makes in their ideas catapults early efforts into larger, federal grants that grow the scope and impact of research to ultimately improve patient outcomes and save lives.”

Next year’s signature events will include Opening Ceremony on August 2, Ride Weekend on August 3-4 and Gravel Day on September 28, 2024. Registration for Pelotonia 2024 events will open Februrary 29, 2024.

To learn more about the impact of Pelotonia dollars, including the work of The Pelotonia Institute for Immuno-Oncology, visit pelotonia.org/impact and pelotonia.org/institute.

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In 2023, Pelotonia celebrates 15 years of One Goal, accelerating funding for innovative cancer research, with its signature series of iconic and impactful events with cycling, entertainment, and volunteerism experiences. This year’s events included the iconic Opening Ceremony and Ride Weekend in August and a new Gravel Day event in September. To date, the Pelotonia community has raised more than $283 million. With support from generous funding partners – American Electric Power Foundation, Bath & Body Works, Huntington National Bank, Peggy & Richard Santulli, Victoria’s Secret, M/I Homes, Safelite, Cardinal Health, Diamond Hill, Nationwide Insurance and Pharmavite – Pelotonia directs 100 percent of every dollar raised by participants to cancer research at The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute, including the Pelotonia Institute for Immuno-Oncology. For more information, visit pelotonia.org.