Nonprofit

Velocity, Columbia's ride to end Cancer


  • Mission

    Velocity’s unique model symbolizes the idea that when we come together, we gain momentum. And that momentum makes big things happen, even the end of cancer. As Velocity riders approach New York City and CUMC, they merge with others at several dedicated Start Areas. Together they gain momentum and become one unstoppable force as they cross the majestic George Washington Bridge on their way to the triumph of the finish line. By riding 10, 25, 45, or 62.5 miles and raising essential funds to support HICCC, you’re fueling the doctors, researchers, and patients in their quest to end cancer. As our professionally designed and fully supported route merges together from four Start Areas, we’ll ride together as one to our finish line at Columbia University Medical Center (CUMC). We’re riding to the end of cancer at Columbia. We’re proving the power of Velocity.

    About Us

    Site Volunteers and Road Crew Volunteers. Both Volunteer types are crucial to the success of Velocity and the major difference between them is the time you’re able to commit to the event. If you’re able to commit to the entire day and are 18 or older, please register as a Road Crew Volunteer. Site Volunteersmust be 16 or older and commit to shorter shifts on the day of the event at one of our four Start Areas or the Finish Line Festival. For more detailed descriptions and to register please click the link below:

    https://www.velocityride.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=cms.page&id=1041 If you have any questions, please call Betsy Werbel at 973-681-7433 or email at betsy@velocityride.org

    Cause Areas Include

    • Community Development
    • Health & Medicine

    Location & Contact

    • 973-681-7433
    • Trustees of Columbia University Controllers Office, 615 W. 131st Street, New York, New York, US
      615 W. 131st Street
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