LIFEcycle’s Ride ‘Round Rhody 2014 Raises $60,000 For Local Cancer Treatment

SMITHFIELD, RI – LIFEcycle, Inc.’s sixth annual Ride ‘Round Rhody bike-a-thon, which took place Sunday, August 10th, raised $60,000 for local cancer treatment and research.

More than a hundred cyclists and volunteers converged on Bryant University’s campus for an all-day, family friendly event. With a send-off from the Rhode Island National Guard Honor Guard, cyclists selected 25-mile or 75-mile courses of tree-lined roads and scenic terrain.  Volunteers and spectators perused a vendor expo and wellness fair, enjoying food and beverages and spirited music as they cheered on cyclists.

To participate, cyclists had to raise a minimum of $250. Many cyclists went above and beyond the minimum, joining LIFEcycle’s “Peloton Pack” and raising upwards of $1,000 for the cause. Fundraising efforts will continue online through the end of August.

“Thanks to our dedicated participants and generous sponsors, Ride ‘Round Rhody was a tremendous success,” said Jacob Brier, LIFEcycle, Inc. Co-Founder and Chairman. “We are truly grateful to the community, and will be able to provide much-needed funds to advance local cancer treatment through grants to local cancer centers.”

In the past, LIFEcycle has distributed grants to Lifespan’s Comprehensive Cancer Center, at Rhode Island Hospital, The Miriam Hospital, and Newport Hospital, as well as to Hasbro Children’s Hospital and Women & Infants’ Hospital. For more information on LIFEcycle’s grant program, please visit http://www.rrrhody.org/the-cause/.

Members of LIFEcycle’s Peloton Pack pose for a photo before the 75-mile course kick-off. Several cyclists who registered for the 25-mile course also raised more than $1,000, but were not present at the start of the 75-mile ride. Pictured left to right: George Dys, Judi Donnelly, Kevin Donnelly, Scott Martin, David Carroll, Benjamin Hartley, Dean Pendelton, Craig Jolicoeur, Paula Raposo, Michael Silva, Karen Antons, Dani Brier, Jacob Brier.

Members of LIFEcycle’s Peloton Pack pose for a photo before the 75-mile course kick-off. Several cyclists who registered for the 25-mile course also raised more than $1,000, but were not present at the start of the 75-mile ride.
Pictured left to right: George Dys, Judi Donnelly, Kevin Donnelly, Scott Martin, David Carroll, Benjamin Hartley, Dean Pendelton, Craig Jolicoeur, Paula Raposo, Michael Silva, Karen Antons, Dani Brier, Jacob Brier.

About LIFEcycle, Inc.
LIFEcycle, Inc. is a Rhode Island-based non-profit organization that promotes healthy, active living and supports local cancer treatment. The biggest event each year is Ride ‘Round Rhody, a bike-a-thon held each summer to raise money for local cancer treatment. Since 2009, Ride ‘Round Rhody participants have generated $300,000 for cancer treatment in Rhode Island. To find out more, please visit www.lifecycleinc.org.

Gold sponsors for RRR 2014 include Mojotech and Regan Communications Group; Silver sponsors for the event include Brier & Brier and Providence Business News; Bronze sponsors include BComm, Dimeo Construction, Gracie’s and NorthMain Radiation Oncology; and Sponsors include LGCD, Shri Studios, Body Soul Inspired Training, Cycle For Unity, Foundation Performance Sports Medicine, Marc Allen Fine Clothiers, NBX Bikes, Rudy Project, Tri New England, and WPRI-TV.

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