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Cyclists Called Upon to Help The Cancer Institute

Ninth annual Century for the Cure set for Sept. 7.

For the ninth year in a row, cycling enthusiasts and volunteers are being called upon to help pedal for a difference in the ninth annual Century for the Cure bicycle ride to benefit The Cancer Institute of New Jersey in New Brunswick.

Each year, dedicated participants gather for this inspirational event with the common goal of eradicating cancer, one mile at a time.

Registration is now open for the Sept. 7th event, which starts and finishes at Camp Riverbend in Warren Township.  Riders choose between a 40, 80 or 100 mile route, traveling through the beautiful back roads of central and western New Jersey.

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The ride is extremely well supported with well stocked rest stops and support vans.  A “virtual rider” option is also available, allowing non-riders to fundraise and support the cause without physically participating in the ride. Go to www.centuryforthecure.com to register and for more information.

The birth of Century for the Cure was created by Warren Township resident Scott Glickman. After successful treatment at CINJ for stage four non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma nearly 15 years ago, Glickman has been hosting this charity event as a “thank you” to all the instrumental people involved in his recovery and to educate and bring cancer awareness to his community. Since the first ride in 2005, they have raised over $1 million to directly benefit research at CINJ. Just as impressive, 100 percent of funds raised by the riders are donated to CINJ

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“The efforts of the community over the past eight years have produced numerous opportunities to advance in the fight against cancer,” Glickman said. “All participants, riders and volunteers, have a made a significant impact in making a difference in research projects and therapies at CINJ and we are all so proud and grateful for their efforts.”

In particular, a portion of the funds raised will continue to support the work of Roger Strair, MD, PhD, director of CINJ’s Hematologic Malignancies Program and professor of medicine, UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, who was Glickman’s oncologist during his treatment at CINJ. “Scott’s dedication and energy in Century for the Cure each year continues to support tremendous advancements in research at CINJ. His commitment to the fight against cancer makes fewer battles ‘unwinnable’ each year,” said Dr. Strair.

This year’s event is sponsored by Genentech, Benefit Sources & Solutions Chadler, Overton Custom Brokers JMK BMW and Stop and Shop, among others. All riders receive a custom rider jersey from Primal Wear and cycling socks.

 

 


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