Planned Giving

What is Planned Giving?

Planned giving, also known as legacy giving, allows you to have a lasting impact on cancer research while contributing to the long-term stability of Pelotonia’s mission for years to come.

By leaving a planned gift, you commit to contribute to Pelotonia beyond your lifetime.

Make a Planned Gift to Pelotonia

Including Pelotonia in your estate plans or other types of planned gifts, gives an individual the opportunity to leave a legacy that will continue to make a significant difference in the lives of cancer patients and their families for years to come.

Consider making a planned gift to Pelotonia that will continue funding the life-saving, innovative cancer research at The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center - Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute (OSUCCC – James) in the future.

Planned Giving Options Include:

BequestsDesignate Pelotonia as a beneficiary in your will or trust. This is simple and flexible option allows you to specify a percentage or specific amount to be donated.
Life Insurance Policies Name Pelotonia as a beneficiary or donate an existing policy.
Retirement Plans & IRA Charitable RolloversConsider naming Pelotonia as a beneficiary in your retirement plan, such as a 401(k) or IRA.
Charitable Gift Annuities & TrustsThese options can provide income to you or your loved ones during your lifetime, with the remaining amount benefitting Pelotonia.

Planned Giving Options Include:

The Pelotonia Legacy Society is a group of forward-thinking supporters who share a vision to provide for future generations of cancer patients and their families.

The Pelotonia Legacy Society allows you to leave a lasting impact that will continue to accelerate innovative cancer research at the OSUCCC – James. Thank you to the community members who are part of the Pelotonia Legacy Society for their generosity and ongoing commitment to the Pelotonia mission!

Donor Spotlights

"I simply want an end to cancer and I firmly believe that the only way to do that is to provide research funding to the best and brightest researchers so that we one day get to experience a life that is cancer-free."
Kathy Quickert
Rider, Peloton Captain, and High Roller

Donor Spotlights

“My mom was my inspiration here. After we lost my dad to cancer, she felt strongly about including Pelotonia in her updated will. When she passed away this spring and I reevaluated my estate plans, I wanted to do the same.”
Sarah Buckley
Lead Volunteer, Challenger, and High Roller

"Establishing this bequest in our personal trust leaves us confident that we will make a small contribution to defeating cancer once and for all."
CJ and Gina Hall

If you decide to include Pelotonia in your estate plans or if you have any questions regarding planned giving, please contact Erika Walker, Philanthropy and Stewardship Manager, at [email protected].