Each year, we honor a handful of individuals who have gone above and beyond in their support of accelerating innovative cancer research with the Pelotonia Awards. These members of the Pelotonia community are champions in the fight against cancer, embodying the relentless commitment to the mission of Ending Cancer that defines the grassroots movement. Their personal journeys are inspiring, and their extraordinary contributions deserve to celebrated.
This award recognizes a Volunteer whose unselfish and dedicated services have made a significant difference in the Pelotonia community, demonstrating a model of commitment to our mission.
Volunteer of the Year Award Winner: Rob McKay
Rob McKay has been an enthusiastic, reliable Volunteer for a decade. Rob has served as a Lead Volunteer for nine years and has become a familiar, welcoming face to countless participants and supporters throughout Ride Weekend. As the leader of Volunteer check-in at both Opening Ceremony and the McFerson Commons start, Rob likely interacts with more Volunteers than anyone else. He has also led Volunteer Check-In at Gravel Day for the past two years, demonstrating his commitment to ensuring a smooth experience for all participants.
In addition, Rob is the go-to Volunteer for numerous projects that make a big impact. Throughout his years of service, Rob has supported many aspects of Pelotonia operations, including volunteering at the front desk, managing Volunteer check-in lists for various events, leading stewardship send and credential packing shifts at the office, attending every warehouse shift, and even supporting accounting tasks.
Rob’s Volunteers know how appreciated they are by the thoughtful thank you letters their Lead Volunteer sends after events, and he is often providing invaluable feedback to continually enhance the Pelotonia experience. Rob’s dedication, attention to detail, and positive spirit make him an exceptional Volunteer – and possibly most importantly, he always brings a smile to every task.
Congratulations to Rob on receiving the 2024 Volunteer of the Year Award!
The 2024 Pelotonia Awards winners were announced and celebrated at Night of Impact on November 20th. If you missed the event, you can watch the program on YouTube here.