Cycle for Gold Raises ₹3.1 Crores for Childhood Cancer Patients
CanKids KidsCan's annual charity cycling event, Cycle for Gold, raised ₹3.1 crores for childhood cancer patients across 360 cities in India. The initiative, involving 2,236 cyclists covering 1.2 million kilometres, demonstrated the power of community participation and fundraising to support children with cancer.
Highlights
- •2,236 Cyclists Participating
- •₹3.1 Crores Raised for Childhood Cancer Patients
- •Multiple Generations Involved in Cycling
- •Cycle for Gold Event Across 360 Cities
Hyderabad / New Delhi – In a remarkable feat of community participation and fundraising, CanKids KidsCan's Cycle for Gold event raised an impressive ₹3.1 crores to support childhood cancer patients across India. The initiative, which involved 2,236 cyclists covering over 1.2 million kilometres, aimed not only to raise funds but also to create awareness about the challenges faced by children battling cancer.
Organized under the aegis of CanKids KidsCan, a national NGO dedicated to changing the outcome for childhood cancer in India, this event brought together cyclists from over 360 cities. The movement extended its reach through 466 women cyclists and was supported by 119 cycling groups consisting of corporates, schools, communities, and survivor families.
Get Fit. Give Hope.
Built around the slogan "Get Fit. Give Hope." every kilometre cycled contributed towards a goal called "Km to Cure," turning physical exertion into support for those in need. This pan-India event saw participants ranging from schoolchildren as young as 7 years old to senior citizens aged 77, collectively cycling over 1.2 million kilometres.
"Poonam Bagai, Founder Chairman of CanKids KidsCan said, "Cycle for Gold has become a national movement, not just a cycling challenge. Every kilometre ridden supports awareness and access to care for children battling cancer."
The impact of the event extended beyond fundraising; it highlighted the power of community engagement in addressing health crises. Over five editions, Cycle for Gold evolved into one of India's leading purpose-driven fundraising movements, showcasing how sporting events can directly support treatment and holistic care efforts.
