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A year of fundraising and generosity accelerates search for a cure through VeloSano, a Cleveland Clinic global fundraising movement to end cancer
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VeloSano raised $20.2 million in 2026 to fund cancer research at Cleveland Clinic
A total of $20.2 million was raised in 2026 for VeloSano, Cleveland Clinic's movement to fund lifesaving cancer research.
The total was announced today in a video celebrating the dedication of everyone's efforts throughout 2026. Since VeloSano began in 2014, more than $115 million has been raised for cancer research at Cleveland Clinic and Cleveland Clinic Children's. VeloSano began as a weekend event and has evolved into an initiative that engages individuals, families and organizations throughout the year.
This achievement was made possible through the collective efforts of the VeloSano community, including more than 5,000 participants and volunteers who supported Bike to Cure, Trike & Bike, Florida for the Cure and London for the Cure, as well as 30,000-plus donors who made direct contributions or legacy gifts to the VeloSano fund.
“Year after year, the VeloSano community demonstrates an extraordinary commitment to advancing cancer research,” said Alex A. Adjei, M.D., Ph.D., Chief of Cleveland Clinic Cancer Institute. “Every rider, donor, volunteer, sponsor and supporter has helped advance cancer research at Cleveland Clinic. While there is still much work ahead in the fight against cancer, this extraordinary support is enabling our researchers to pursue innovative discoveries, bring new treatments closer to patients and create hope for families around the world.”
Every dollar raised by VeloSano supports cancer research at Cleveland Clinic. A portion of VeloSano funds is awarded through a competitive application process known as VeloSano Pilot Grants. Since 2014, over 300 cancer research projects have been funded and an additional $107 million has been earned from extramural granting sources, making the total impact of VeloSano more than $222 million. Additionally, funding has supported clinical trials and the training of high school students, college students and postdoctoral fellows to ensure future generations continue the research to conquer cancer.
Bike to Cure weekend in September is one of the many events that contributes to VeloSano’s year-round fundraising effort. Nearly 2,650 riders and 800 volunteers participated in this year’s annual flagship event. In June, VeloSano Trike & Bike mobilized children ages 3 to 10 to ride around the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo and fundraise for pediatric cancer research. In June, Cleveland Clinic London participated in London for the Cure.
VeloSano has been supported by long-time partners:
The next VeloSano Bike to Cure Weekend is Sept. 10-11, 2027. Registration opens on March 9, 2027, and additional information will be available in early 2027. To learn more about how to get involved, visit velosano.org/get-involved.
To read about projects funded by VeloSano visit impact.velosano.org.
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