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Tour de Cure® is our premier fundraising event that brings together families, friends, loved ones and volunteers--a passionate and dedicated group of people who are bending the curve on the diabetes epidemic and funding critical research to find a cure.

Tour de Cure® is more than just cycling, running or walking—it’s a movement! Every mile we ride, run or walk and every dollar raised helps us connect the best minds—driving innovation and advancing towards a cure—with the biggest hearts—helping people and their families live with conviction and hope.

Volunteers for Tour de Cure® Whether you have an hour or eight to give, your time is valuable, needed and greatly appreciated! We’ve got something for everyone. There's sure to be a job that matches your experience and interests.

• Day of Event Volunteers
• Committee Leadership 
• Committee Members 

Why volunteer? Because we’ve all loved, lived with, and learned from someone with diabetes … there’s nothing we can’t do…when we’re #Connected_for_Life. For volunteer opportunities in your community , contact your local office, click here .

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The American Diabetes Association is the nation's leading 501(C)3 nonprofit charity providing diabetes research, information and advocacy.

Tour de Cure is the premier fundraising campaign of the American Diabetes Association ® , now with virtual engagement designed for anyone and everyone to participate. The campaign has been expanded to include more members of our community and bring them together to learn about diabetes, healthy living and to support people living with diabetes. Tour de Cure is a unique opportunity for businesses, clubs, friends and families to form virtual teams with the vision of a life free of diabetes and all its burdens.

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Join a team already registered for this event.

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BE a Virtual Participant

Participate from any location as a Virtual Participant.

You can create a team either through the "Register" button above where you'll first find the nearby event or by visiting the list of events associated with national company below.

Do not forget to associate your newly created team with this company.

American Diabetes Association's Upstate NY Tour de Cure returns to in-person ride

For the first time in two years, the American Diabetes Association’s Upstate New York Tour de Cure is being held in-person. The annual fundraising bike ride had shifted to a virtual model during the COVID-19 pandemic. WAMC’s Jim Levulis spoke with Jeff Collins, the ADA’s Upstate New York executive director, about the June ride.

Collins: We're really excited. We are back in person, for the first time in two years with the Tour de Cure. You know, we’ve transitioned and now we're actually bringing together all of our participants across from Upstate New York. So we're really excited that on June 11 in Webster, New York, participants from Buffalo, Albany, everywhere in between, are actually going to be able to get together and ride on tour day.

Levulis: And last year was the first that the four communities of Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse and Albany joined together for the Tour de Cure. Now the past two years though, the event has been virtual. How has the merger worked out though so far?

Collins: Yeah, so it's been great. I think, you know, it's a testament to the passion and commitment to our mission, that our participants have stuck with us through two virtual years. And they've started developing new relationships with riders from other cities that they may not have known. You know, we're doing everything that we can to ensure everyone has a great tour experience, and we know that not everyone is able to make it to tour day. So we're working with teams and volunteers in some of our communities to offer a ride, you know, if you can't make it done the thruway that day, you know, your team is going to ride locally or another team is going to ride so everyone is going to be out on the road, wearing their ADA gear, their team gear in support of our mission on tour day.

Levulis: And will there be any components of the virtual events from the past two years that will carry forward this year and beyond?

Collins: Yeah, so I think, you know, something we've learned as an organization is the importance of the virtual aspect and the connectivity. I believe we actually have a participant who is living in Washington, so across the country, and they're going to participate in the tour. They're not sure if they're going to make the trip yet, but if not, they can still ride with us on tour day. So you know, all of our events have a virtual component. And we're still finalizing details on how we're going to integrate that on tour day. But we're definitely going to be sharing everyone's social media posts. So we're encouraging everyone to, even if you're not there with us on tour day to post on social media. But you know, we're one upstate, and our theme for this year is ‘we ride together.’ So whether you're with us in person, or you're in a different part of the state, the country, the world, we're all riding together.

Levulis: And how has interest been so far with the return to the in-person ride?

Collins: It's been great. I think people are just super excited to see one another. We have hosted our kickoff in-person. I think everyone's just so excited to connect again, and be with one another. So we're really excited to see the interest. And looking forward to everyone coming out there.

Levulis: This year's event, this year's ride, the main ride is taking place in Webster as you mentioned.  Will the event, the main ride, move to some of the other participating Upstate cities in coming years?

Collins: So it's something we're definitely open to. At this point, we haven't made any decisions. We wanted to kind of see how first year back in-person was going to go. But, nothing's out of the question. You know, we want to be in the communities that we serve. And you know, we're always trying to figure out the best way to do that.

Levulis: And what's the fundraising goal for this year's Tour de Cure?

Collins: Yeah, so our fundraising goal for this year is $750,000. You know, we're heading back on our road to a million dollars to be in the number one tour in the country again, but we're super excited to see the progress so far. And we feel good about reaching that goal.

Levulis: And finally, if I'm interested in taking part in the 2022 Tour de Cure on June 11 th in Webster, what is the best way to do that?

Collins: So you can go to diabetes.org/upstatetour , and you can register. Like I said, you can participate virtually, or you can come join us in Webster. We are offering opportunities for fundraisers to earn free hotel rooms. Everyone who is coming into town has an opportunity for a discounted hotel room. We've even had some teams and participants offer up their homes to fellow riders. So we're really excited and you can go to diabetes.org/upstatetour to register.

The Tour Center is an incredible tool that provides riders the ability to raise funds online, communicate with friends and family on why they ride through email and Facebook, check their fundraising progress, access training tips and utilize our incredible fundraising tools

Why Fundraise Online?

Online fundraising is a great way to reach out to your friends and family and give them the opportunity to support your efforts. Online fundraising tends to bring in four times the amount that offline fundraising does. Additionally, people that give online tend to give higher donations (because they can give what they want to, rather than just what is in their pocket at that time). That means that this is a great way to fundraise and reach new goals.

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© 2023 American Diabetes Association

All rights reserved. Use of this Web site constitutes acceptance of our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy .

The American Diabetes Association is the nation's leading 501(C)3 nonprofit charity providing diabetes research, information and advocacy.

Tour de Cure is the premier fundraising campaign of the American Diabetes Association ® , now with virtual engagement designed for anyone and everyone to participate. The campaign has been expanded to include more members of our community and bring them together to learn about diabetes, healthy living and to support people living with diabetes. Tour de Cure is a unique opportunity for businesses, clubs, friends and families to form virtual teams with the vision of a life free of diabetes and all its burdens.

Credit Card Verification Code

The Verification Code is imprinted on credit cards to help merchants verify transactions when the actual card is not present, such as Internet purchases or donations. The merchant uses this number as part of the authorization process with the card issuer.

Please use the images below to locate the verification code for your card type.

Visa, Master Card, and Discover

The verification code for Visa, Master Card, and Discover is a 3-digit number printed on the back of your card. It appears after the account number or last 4-digits of your account number, in the signature panel.

American Express

The American Express verification code is a 4-digit number printed on the front of your card. It appears above and to the right of the embossed account number.

CREATE a new team

Become a captain of a new team.

JOIN a team

Join a team already registered for this event.

REGISTER as an individual

Participate without associating with a team.

BE a Virtual Participant

Participate from any location as a Virtual Participant.

You can create a team either through the "Register" button above where you'll first find the nearby event or by visiting the list of events associated with national company below.

Do not forget to associate your newly created team with this company.

2024 Tour de Cure®: North Carolina

Join us for the Tour de Cure, a premier cycling experience and the only cycling event supporting all people living with diabetes. Riding in the Tour de Cure is an experience you will never forget.

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Date and Time

Saturday May 18, 2024 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM EDT

7:30 AM EDT

Check-in Time

6:30 AM to 8:30 AM EDT

Bicentennial Park 135 Sunset Ave Asheboro, NC 27203

Fees/Admission

Participants riding in person must pay a registration fee at the time of registration. The registration fee helps cover the costs associated with event day, such as permits, safety, traffic control, recognition gifts, food, etc.

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2024 EVENT DETAILS August 24-25, 2024

On August 24 and 25, 2024, we welcome you to join a dedicated community of thousands of riders for the largest cycling fundraiser in B.C. powering cancer research.

Tour de Cure is bigger than a cycling event or fundraiser. It is an epic celebration of life, love and hope that keeps riders coming back year after year.

All riders of every background and motivation are welcome, no matter your skill level! If you'd like to participate in the event without riding, you can also join as a volunteer . 

Choose your Experience

Two day epic adventure – aug 24-25, 2024.

Day 1 – Cloverdale Showgrounds to Chilliwack Heritage Park

Your choice of 100 km route or 160 km route

Light breakfast at the start line

Pit stops located approximately every 25 km 

Lunch provided at the halfway point of each route

Camp at Chilliwack – tents provided along with dinner, snacks, refreshments, hot showers and activities

Camp show after dinner, followed by a live band performance

Day 2 - Chilliwack to Hope 

100 km route

• Hot breakfast provided
• Pit stops located approximately every 25 km
• Lunch provided at Seabird Island Band
• Finish on Wallace St. in Hope
• BBQ and family fun day in Memorial Park, Hope

Transportation for you and your bike back to Cloverdale Showgrounds 

ONE DAY EPIC JOURNEY – Aug 25, 2024

Chilliwack Heritage Park to Hope

• Saturday afternoon between 4 p.m. - 6 p.m.
• Sunday morning between 6 a.m. - 7 a.m. 
• If arriving Saturday afternoon, you will be provided with dinner, snacks, refreshments and a tent for the night, and have the opportunity to join the evening camp show festivities
• 100 km route
• Transportation for you and your bike back to Chilliwack Heritage Park

We will share the exact routes closer to the event, and you’ll be able to choose your final journey when you check in.

What to Expect

From an unforgettable starting line filled with music and emotion to energizing pit stops, and a connective camping experience to crossing that finish line in an all-hands celebration, this is your chance to be part of something that is truly beyond epic. 

The cycling route showcases the natural beauty of B.C.'s Fraser Valley, with pit stops approximately every 25 km. Here, riders can take a break to enjoy the scenic view, fuel up with snacks or hydrate.

There are also bike technicians and medical support along the route, and LOTS of cheering to make you feel like the hero you are! 

How to Participate

To participate in the Tour de Cure, each participant registers online and commits to raising a minimum of $2,500.

Riders can participate individually or as part of a community or corporate team. Being part of a team is an unforgettable bonding experience that provides a support system to help you train and fundraise. Forming a corporate team can broaden company visibility while strengthening workplace relationships and enhancing company morale.

If you’d like to participate in the Tour de Cure without riding, there are also wonderful opportunities for taking part in the event as a volunteer !

How to Prepare

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Be Creative

Riders have created this movement and continue to evolve this event together. Team uniforms and rituals are part of the cultural canvas. Whether participating on a bike or volunteering on the sidelines, this is a place to bring your voice and your story. Everyone, regardless of skill level or background, is welcome. It’s what makes the Tour unique and special each year.

Embrace the Challenge

Raising $2,500 and riding 200 km is challenging, but it’s nothing to the challenge of facing cancer. It’s why we keep moving forward, pedaling harder. It’s why we support you every step of the way. Participant guides, fundraising and training resources, and more are all provided to ensure your success.

Proven strategies to reach your goal.

Uncover the spirit of our community.

Tour de Cure is a truly epic weekend of community impact and connection. We share our cancer stories to honour loved ones and celebrate milestones. We create and take part in the rituals that remind us how we are all connected.

Now’s the perfect time to start your journey to impact.