Every year for nearly a decade now, each October, I ride my bike to raise money for this charity. The Great Cycle Challenge raises funds for the Children’s Medical Research Institute, specifically for research into treating, curing and even preventing cancer in kids. This is a subject dear to my heart, as a cousin of mine died of leukemia when we both about 12, and he should have had more time. I hope to do my bit to contribute to other kids having opportunities he did not. I like to think he would approve.
In deference to the fact that I have shifted from pure pedal-power to an ebike this year (albeit, one that only gives me power while I pedal), I have increased my target distance to 400km over the month of October. And because the total amount I’ve raised over the years is so tantalisingly close to $10,000, I’ve also increased my fundraising target to $1274 in the hope of reach five figures this October.
It’s a worthy cause, donations over $2 are tax deductible, and I hope you’ll consider donating here or join in yourself here.