A group of people ride stationary bikes at a Cycle for Survival event. They are smiling and waving orange pom poms, excited to make an impact on rare cancer research at MSK.

We Are the Movement to Beat Rare Cancers

As the official rare cancer fundraising program of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK), Cycle for Survival fuels hope and progress with every dollar raised.

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Together, the Cycle for Survival community fuels bold ideas and breakthroughs that transform how people with rare cancers are treated worldwide. 

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We make life-changing progress possible

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2007
The first event
took place in the cycling studio of a single New York City Equinox club
$376M+
Has been raised
by our extraordinary community of participants and donors
100%
Of every dollar raised
fuels innovative rare cancer research and clinical trials at MSK

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How to get involved with Cycle for Survival

From our signature team stationary-cycling rides to hosting your own event, there are many ways you can join Cycle for Survival and fundraise for rare cancer research at MSK.
Signature team stationary-cycling events
Our signature fundraiser is a four-hour team relay with four to eight riders on each bike. Events are at Equinox locations nationwide, and no cycling experience is needed! Pedal hard or hardly pedal.
How it works
Virtual event
Be part of Cycle for Survival from anywhere. Join a four-hour cycling livestream and more via Equinox+, the official on-demand fitness and lifestyle app from our founding partner, Equinox.
Start your own fundraiser
Organize a fundraising event or create an online fundraising page. Every dollar you raise will fuel the next generation of breakthroughs in rare cancer care.
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Where to find us

Get to know our community

A family of four stands in front of a Cycle for Survival banner, posing for a photo. All are wearing blue shirts that say “I can. I will.”
The New Jersey–based team Bailey’s Warriors has raised over $2 million for rare cancer research at MSK in honor of 9-year-old Bailey, whose kindness and positivity inspired so many.
A man and woman stand shoulder to shoulder in a crowded room. Both are smiling and wearing black T-shirts that say “SPIN4SURVIVAL.”
Cycle for Survival was founded in 2007 by Jennifer Goodman Linn — an MSK patient and Equinox member — and her husband, Dave Linn. Jen’s legacy has inspired an extraordinary community that’s committed to beating rare cancers.
Meet Jen and Dave
A young woman stands in front of a rock wall with one hand on her hip. She is wearing a gray Cycle for Survival T-shirt.
As a child, Mairead was treated at MSK Kids, where the care she received sparked her dream of becoming a nurse. She has since achieved that dream, and she continues to pay it forward by riding to support her patients.

Stronger together

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MSK
Cycle for Survival is the official rare cancer fundraising program of MSK, a world leader in cancer research, care, and education.
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Equinox
As the founding partner of Cycle for Survival, Equinox provides unwavering support and has propelled our movement to exponential growth.
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Vuori
Thanks to Vuori, the Official Performance Apparel Sponsor of Cycle for Survival, participants can earn exclusive gear by raising money for rare cancer research at MSK.
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Fuel lifesaving cancer breakthroughs with us

By joining Cycle for Survival, you are joining the MSK Giving community of over 1 million donors and supporters who create more hope, possibility, and cures for every person with cancer.
Donate
Know someone participating in Cycle for Survival? Search for an individual or team and donate to their fundraising page, or give to our General Fund. Every dollar fuels rare cancer research at MSK.
Make a donation
Join an event
Get more information about our events, how to participate, and the impact of your fundraising.
Ride with us
Start your own fundraiser
Organize a fundraising event or create an online fundraising page. Every dollar you raise will fuel the next generation of breakthroughs in rare cancer care.
Start a fundraiser
Corporate support
From industry rides to sponsorship opportunities, there are many ways that your company or business can make a difference.
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