The CUREage Ride for Pediatric Cancer Research
On Tuesday, September 22nd, 2026, Anton Straughan from Wellness Workx together with 20+ other riders will embark on a 450 mile journey over 5 days from Lurie Children’s Hospital in Chicago, IL, cycling through Wisconsin and back to St. Charles, IL.
For the 7th year, small groups of avid cylists have pedalled with a purpose: to bring hope to children battling cancer.
With sincere thanks to Jeff Evenson of Motionpost, Oak Park, IL for creating and donating this video.
Pediatric Cancer & Blood Disorders Research
The Cal’s Angels CUREage bicycle ride raises funds specifically for ground breaking pediatric cancer reseach initiatives. In Oct 2025, Cal’s Angels donated $4million!! to establish an Advanced Leukemia Clinical and Research Program at Lurie Children’s
Please watch this video to learn more about Cal’s Angels and Lurie’s Pediatric Research Programs. We are honored to have two long term experts from Luries Pediatric Cancer unit educate us futher:
Sara Zarnegar-Lumley:
Medical Director, Hematological Malignancy Program.
Monica Newmark:
Associate Director Clinical Research Cancer & Blood Disorders
This journey symbolizes Cal’s Angels relentless fight against pediatric cancer and all proceeds will be used to fuel groundbreaking pediatric cancer research.
Together we can change pediatric cancer – one mile at a time!
