The Movement that Never Stops

What began as a single cycling event to raise money for cancer research at Cleveland Clinic has grown into a movement far bigger than anyone first imagined. Today, VeloSano is much more than Bike to Cure weekend in Cleveland. It’s a community, a cause and a commitment that stretches across seasons, states and even continents.

Where we started

A major reason VeloSano Bike to Cure took off in 2014 was the sheer number of people who championed the idea from the very beginning.

It all started with Stewart Kohl, Co‑CEO of The Riverside Company, who gave the initial seed funding to bring VeloSano to life. Soon after, Paul Dolan, Cleveland Guardians Chairman and CEO, joined in, followed by John Saada, Partner at Jones Day. Their leadership, passion and early support set the wheels in motion. All three continue to serve on the VeloSano Steering Committee.

“They wanted to be a part of this, so they committed to forming teams and supporting us as sponsors,” says Nicole Peters, Executive Director of VeloSano at Cleveland Clinic, who has been at the heart of the initiative since its earliest days. “Having that belief and buy-in from the beginning was really what helped set us up for success.”

Bike to Cure remains VeloSano’s flagship fundraising event, capping off the year as thousands of people unite in the fight against cancer.

Where we’re going

Reimagined for 2026, Florida for the Cure kicked off the year by taking over the pickleball courts at The FORT in Fort Lauderdale, where the energy of a beloved sport translated into real impact for cancer research.

“We’re excited to grow VeloSano in South Florida through pickleball,” says Nicole, who also serves as the Senior Director of Enterprise Events at Cleveland Clinic. “It allows us to take something people are passionate about and create a VeloSano experience that truly reflects the community.”

Throughout the year, VeloSano offers a variety of ways for people of all ages and interests to get involved. Trike & Bike, held at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, gives children the chance to have fun while raising money for pediatric cancer research. Across the pond, London for the Cure brings the movement to the United Kingdom, where Cleveland Clinic London caregivers participate in the London to Brighton Ride. 
Anyone, anywhere, can join the mission to accelerate cancer research.

“You can donate, host a bake sale, plan a golf outing, run a car wash — whatever feels right to you,” says Nicole. “Every effort, big or small, makes a difference and brings hope and healing to the VeloSano community and those impacted by cancer.”