Team LIVESTRONG Spotlight: Cyclists Combating Cancer

We’re highlighting some of the amazing individuals and teams that have made our events so special, and who do incredible work fundraising to support LIVESTRONG’s cancer programs and services. Team Name: Cyclists Combating Cancer Team Captain: Steve Bartolucci Co-Captain: Will Swetnam LS: Tell us about your Team? What inspired the name? Do you have a team motto? Cyclists Combating Cancer was founded by Damon Phinney in August of 1998. Damon’s idea was to develop an email community to connect those in treatment or beyond who had an interest in recovery and fitness through bicycling. He had found bicycling helped him significantly; developed the motto, “Ride To Live,” and wanted to express that to the Survivor Community. Support and Fundraising for LIVESTRONG followed almost immediately. The email “ListServe” evolved into a website, “www.RideToLive.org,” and now we have a Facebook Page, as well. LS: How many years has your team been participating in the LIVESTRONG Challenge? Cyclists Combating Cancer has been a part of all LIVESTRONG events, since their inception. We have won numerous awards for Fundraising, Individual, Team, and have been honored for our steadfast support and consistency. Several years ago, a conference room at LSHQ was dedicated in our team’s name. Over the years, we have had CCC members as LIVESTRONG Employees, Challenge Mentors, LS Leaders and Senior Leaders, and representatives at events such as OVAC. LS: W...
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