22 years ago, my mother lost an extended battle with breast cancer. At that time, my family made the decision to support The James Cancer Hospital at The Ohio State University and the great work that they are doing to fight this dreaded disease.

This year, we have had multiple friends and family members who have been diagnosed and are dealing with various forms of cancer, and unfortunatley, lost a life-long friend.

In May, my youngest daughter, Molly, discovered a lump that was diagnosed as a malignant form of Sarcoma. The care and treatment that she received at The James was remarkable and within a short period of time, she was diagnosed, treated, and is now cancer free. This year, she will be riding in Pelotonia as a "cancer survivor".

Riding in Pelotonia has become a great passion of mine, and once again this year I've enlisted 70 employees and friends to ride along with me and my family, as The Germain Peloton, with a goal of raising $125,000.

Our plan is to match the $125,000 raised this year which will help the Germain Peloton exceed $1 million raised over the 11 years that we have participated.

With your help The Germain Peloton will reach our goal, and help The James reach their One Goal... End Cancer!

Thank you in advance for your support,

Rick G.