YOUR DONATION MATTERS
Many advances have been made in the overall fight against cancer, but glioblastoma remains an aggressive disease with poor outcomes. Brain cancer patients and their families endure a significant amount of stress, anxiety and often financial hardship. Together, we can make a meaningful difference in what is likely the most difficult journey of their lives. 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!
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Funds raised help support the MercyOne Richard Deming Cancer Center to...
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Help secure 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 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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Transportation fund to help patients get to / from appointments
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Fill gaps where insurance falls short (Compassion Fund) for patients and families
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​We invite you to make a donation online or via check, in any amount!
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Make a secure online donation
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Send a check made payable to Gary's Ride Inc., 789 S. 100th Street, West Des Moines, IA 50266.
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Certain donation amounts qualify as sponsorships at various levels described below
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Gary's Ride will follow-up with sponsors to confirm necessary recognition details and to provide a charitable giving receipt​
​​LET'S BEAT BRAIN CANCER! ​
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SUPER HERO: $1,500+
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Gary’s Annual Brain Cancer Bike Ride Event Sponsor
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Recognition on website (featured)
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Recognition on event signage (featured)
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Recognition on event promotional item (featured)
HERO: $1,000-$1,499
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Recognition on website
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Recognition on event signage
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Recognition on event promotional item
CHAMPION: $500-$999
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Recognition on website
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Recognition on event promotional item
SUPPORTER: $100-$499
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Recognition on website​​​
