In August I hope to ride in The Rio Tinto Ride to Conquer Cancer, a 2-day, 200km cycling event that raises funds for cancer research and treatment. A bit crazy maybe. I'm not worried about the kms but the funds I have to raise to participate. To enable me to receive the yellow jersey to ride I have to raise $2,500.
A friend of mine has asked me to join her on this ride. Her husband is a cancer survivor and he is riding with us as well.
All proceeds go to the Queensland Institute of Medical Research, a world leader in cancer research and one of the largest and most successful medical research institutes in Australia.
If you wish to support my endeavour please make a donation to my fundraising account. http://br13.conquercancer.org.au/site/TR/Events/Brisbane2013?px=1289347&pg=personal&fr_id=1110
Cancer is something that has touched all of our lives in some measure. Any donation that you can give is greatly appreciated.