LET'S BEAT BRAIN CANCER!
We invite you to 'COME ALONG FOR THE RIDE' to beat brain cancer! You can support our mission by making a donation and also by participating in our annual bike ride event (May 17, 2025). Whether you choose to ride a trail route or meet-up with riders at the post-ride celebration, there will be great food at The Handlebar Restaurant, live music by Paul Little, games for the whole family and shopping opportunities with numerous vendors!
REGISTER HERE FOR GARY'S RIDE 2025!
Adult riders registered by May 1 receive the new cinch bag and all registered by May 1 save $5
GARY'S RIDE is a non-profit 501(c)(3) charity organization founded by president Kristin Wiedenfeld and created in loving memory of Gary Wiedenfeld; husband to Kristin, step-father and avid cyclist, who bravely battled glioblastoma. GARY is referred to by many as 'our hero' because of his courage, faithfulness, strength, perseverance, kindness and commitment to helping others. Gary faced many battles in his life, including multiple surgeries and a near life-ending accident, but none as great as his fight against brain cancer (glioblastoma multiforme grade IV) from April 2020 until May 17, 2021. Forever in our hearts, our love for Gary propels us forward....to make a difference....to help others...and to BEAT this disease!
Watch Kristin's Latest TV Interview: | May'24
OUR MISSION is to raise FUNDS and HOPE for those impacted by brain cancer - especially glioblastoma (GBM), the most common type of malignant brain tumor in adults. So far, you've made it possible for Richard Deming Cancer Center to help 63 patients with brain cancer (primary diagnosis) including 38 Glioblastoma patients. Our 2025 campaign goal is to raise $45,000 and help even more local patients!
Funds raised help support the MercyOne Richard Deming Cancer Center to...
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Support local clinical trials for future treatment
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Enable a terminal brain cancer patient to enjoy their dreamed of adventure
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Provide support services like massage therapy/acupuncture/music and art therapy
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Facilitate brain cancer rehab services like speech, occupational and physical therapy
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Fund transportation costs to help patients get to / from appointments
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Fill gaps where insurance falls short (compassion fund) for patients and families
Super Heroes
​Heartland Co-Op
Hy-Vee
MercyOne Des Moines Foundation
Mike and Sara Walkenhorst
Worldwide Logistics
'Our Hero Gary'
Heroes
Beisser Lumber
Nicole Bown / T&M Services (in memory of Mark Sarcone)
Scheels
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Champions
Gilcrest Jewett
IH Missouri Valley Credit Union
Iowa Trust Bank
Synergy Financial
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Supporters
Alternative Interventions
Kris Chamblee (in memory of Ken Chamblee)
Steve Crittenden
Diane Devick
Ross Eoriatti
Sarah Gilbaugh
Mark & Sue Gray
Steven Mall
Jodie McDonough
Christine Sarcone
Ken & Leslie Schrimper
Karen & Brian Thompson (in memory of Our Hero)
Roger & Sheila Townsend (in memory of Gay Wiedenfeld)
Charlie Van Ryswyk (in memory of Gary Wiedenfeld)
Kristin Wiedenfeld (in memory of Gary Wiedenfeld - My Hero)
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