Local Resident Riding Bicycle 300 Miles To Fight Children’s Cancer

 

Rio Vista Rider Participates in his third Great Cycle Challenge USA
TONY STEFANI will ride 300 miles during month of September in support of Children’s Cancer Research Fund.

RIO VISTA, CA – September 10, 2021 – TONY STEFANI, a resident of Rio Vista, is planning to ride 300 miles and raise $1,000 during the month of September for Children’s Cancer Research Fund (CCRF) in support of its 7th annual Great Cycle Challenge USA.

Founded in 2015, Great Cycle Challenge USA has grown to become one of the biggest cycling events in the country. In just six years, over 350,000 riders from 50 states have ridden 24.8 million miles, raising more than $39 million for research and the development of better treatments and cures for childhood cancer. This year, CCRF hopes over 80,000 riders will help is raise more than $10 million.

“Over 15,000 American children are diagnosed with cancer every year and, sadly, 38 children die every week,” said Daniel Gumnit, Chief Executive Officer at Children’s Cancer Research Fund. “Thanks to riders like TONY, we’re fueling groundbreaking research to save lives and give kids the brighter future they deserve.”
“This is the third time I have participated in Great Cycle Challenge,” said TONY STEFANI. “During those years, I rode 1,133 miles and raised $1,908.04. This year, I am aiming to raise $1,000 and ride 300 miles.”

Funds go to support research at leading pediatric cancer centers across America.
To learn more about TONY’s Great Cycle Challenge USA and to make a donation, please visit greatcyclechallenge.com/Riders/TonyStefani. To participate in Great Cycle Challenge USA, visit GreatCycleChallenge.com.

About Children’s Cancer Research Fund: Children’s Cancer Research Fund invests in groundbreaking research that is leading to better treatments and cures for children with cancer. CCRF also funds vital family support services and advocates for childhood cancer education and awareness. Since 1981, CCRF donors have helped fund research that has revolutionized the way childhood cancer is treated worldwide. Visit childrenscancer.org or call 1-888-422-7348 to learn more.