Fighting Skin Cancer on Two Wheels
We are using two wheels and collective effort to make MSU College of Human Medicine and West Michigan the nationwide leader in creating healthier, more vibrant communities. MSU Gran Fondo is the college’s mission in action – a big bike ride that inspires passion-fueled fundraising and breakthrough moments on the road and in the fight against skin cancer. Our team will come together Saturday, September 18, 2021 to ride and provide hope for the nearly 70,000 people in the U.S. expected to be diagnosed with melanomas of the skin this year. Our collaborative fundraising efforts will support scientists exploring new therapies aimed at increasing long term survival for skin cancer patients, and better quality of life. And here's where we need your help. We've set big fundraising goals because that is what makes this a big ride. And we hope you'll play a big part too. With 100% of every dollar donated going directly to skin cancer awareness, prevention and research at MSU, we can make a direct impact.
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Most of us have known people who have personally fought the battle against cancer. Through modern treatments and much grace, some have survived. Others have not. The MSU Gran Fondo is my opportunity to get some skin in the game and provide hope for nearly 70,000 people in the U.S. expected to be diagnosed with melanomas of the skin this year.
Funds raised from the Michigan State University College of Human Medicine Gran Fondo support skin cancer awareness, prevention and research at MSU. These dollars are funding pilot studies – investigative, next-step research that tests findings and enables a scientific study to continue.
The MSU Gran Fondo has raised over $1 Million and funded studies leading to some exciting breakthroughs in the fight against skin cancer. Click through the articles below to learn more.
New drug combos may prevent resistance to melanoma treatments
Groundbreaking research funded by cyclists
MSU Gran Fondo funds promising skin cancer studies
Promising new drug stops spread of melanoma by 90 percent
Keeping skin cancer at bay
This June, the streets of West Michigan will be paved with good intentions. And here’s where I need your help. I’ve made a commitment to make the MSU Gran Fondo much more than a ride. My hope is that you will join me in supporting a mission that is more than skin deep. 100% of every dollar raised goes directly to support skin cancer awareness, prevention and research at MSU. Together we can make a difference. Thank you!
Fighting Skin Cancer on Two Wheels
Click on one of our team members below to make a donation.
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Andy Benes
Raised: $3,749.17
Team captain
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Valerie Chaffee
Raised: $560.30
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Katelyn Benes
Raised: $546.23
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Karen Vandermeulen
Raised: $533.35
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Chris Farnham
Raised: $532.86
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John Samalik
Raised: $107.35
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Doug Congdon
Raised: $100.00
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Janine Bishop
Raised: $58.98
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Amy Flik
Raised: $54.10
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David Bilardello
Raised: $54.10
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Vic Moon
Raised: $54.10
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Christie Van Dyke
Raised: $27.48
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Jordan Newman
Raised: $27.48
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Scott Flack
Raised: $27.48
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David Flik
Raised: $25.00
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Linda Snoek
Raised: $25.00
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Adam Johnston
Raised: $0.00
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Alyssa Farnham
Raised: $0.00
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ANGELA HORJUS
Raised: $0.00
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Ann Veltkamp
Raised: $0.00
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Ayanna Freeman
Raised: $0.00
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Bert Vanden Berg
Raised: $0.00
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Betsy Hudgens
Raised: $0.00
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Brian McLane
Raised: $0.00
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Brittany Sharma
Raised: $0.00
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Brittany Wilson
Raised: $0.00
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Christina Ross
Raised: $0.00
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Curt Bishop
Raised: $0.00
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Curt Duimstra
Raised: $0.00
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Dan Berlin
Raised: $0.00
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Daniel McGovern
Raised: $0.00
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Ellen Waalkes
Raised: $0.00
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Ellery Bishop
Raised: $0.00
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Erica Turnbull
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Erin Dunne
Raised: $0.00
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Foster Bishop
Raised: $0.00
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Hal Froot
Raised: $0.00
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Hal Froot
Raised: $0.00
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Jacob Chaffee
Raised: $0.00
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Jim Forshee
Raised: $0.00
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John Samalik
Raised: $0.00
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Jonathan Winters
Raised: $0.00
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Josh King
Raised: $0.00
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Katherine Slaven
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Kelly Bosier
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Ken Hoffman
Raised: $0.00
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Kristina King
Raised: $0.00
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Linda Groth
Raised: $0.00
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Lisa Collins
Raised: $0.00
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Lisa Rose
Raised: $0.00
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Lisa Sikkema
Raised: $0.00
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Marla Tribble
Raised: $0.00
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Martin Waalkes
Raised: $0.00
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Megan Schafer
Raised: $0.00
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Michael Wear
Raised: $0.00
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Michelle Skipper
Raised: $0.00
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Omaira Mejias
Raised: $0.00
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Prapti Singh
Raised: $0.00
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SCOTT SIKKEMA
Raised: $0.00
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Zachary Feyen
Raised: $0.00
Recent donors
Donation date | Donor name | Donation amount |
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Jan 07 | Curt Bishop | Undisclosed amount |
Jan 07 | Janine Bishop | Undisclosed amount |
Jan 07 | ANGELA HORJUS | $27.48 |
Jan 06 | andy benes | $300.00 |