Pedaling 4 Paige

An indoor spinning event, Pedaling 4 Paige is a great way to put your physical, mental and emotional energy towards something much bigger: Raise funds to fight pediatric cancer in Central New York!

Pedaling 4 Paige will have a virtual event option and live event option. There will only be 25 bikes available for each live session at Elevate Fitness in Liverpool. Register online to spin for 1 hour in honor of children and families who have been touched by a diagnosis of pediatric cancer and other blood disorders. Participants can register for one or up to all three 1 hour sessions led by a cycling instructor.

 

***There is a $50 minimum fundraising goal for every hour that you spin***

 

***New location in 2026*** 

Elevate Fitness in Liverpool

7455 Morgan Rd.

Liverpool NY 13090

 

Proceeds from the event benefit the Dr. William J. Waters Center for Children’s Cancer and Blood Disorders at Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital, Syracuse, New York.

Didn't find the information you were looking for? Check out our frequently asked questions to see if we have an answer for you. If you still have questions or need assistance, please contact us at info@pbrun.org.

General & Registration

What is Pedaling 4 Paige? 
An indoor spinning event now in its 11th year, Pedaling 4 Paige is a great way to have fun and raise funds to fight pediatric cancer! Experienced "spinners" can sign up to spin for 1 hour (at 10 or 11) in honor of children and families who have been touched by a diagnosis of pediatric cancer and other blood disorders. First time \ beginner level riders can sign up for the 9AM class to be introduced to the popular type of exercise class. Proceeds from Pedaling 4 Paige support local pediatric cancer research and patient programs for kids and families fighting cancer at Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital in Syracuse, NY.

When is Pedaling 4 Paige?
Pedaling 4 Paige is on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at Elevate Fitness in Liverpool.

How can I participate in Pedaling 4 Paige?
There are two great ways you can participate in Pedaling 4 Paige:

• In person at the live event on Saturday, March 21, 2026 at Elevate Fitness in Liverpool
• Virtually – Be a part of the event by completing your 1 hour ride anywhere at any time during the official virtual period starting Saturday, March 22 through Saturday, March 29

How much is it to register for Pedaling 4 Paige?
The cost is $30 per person to participate either in person or virtually.

What is the deadline to register to participate in Pedaling 4 Paige?
Online registration will close on March 21 at 11:00 AM for the live event at Elevate Fitness in Liverpool.

Online registration will close on Saturday, March 28 at midnight for the virtual event.

Where does the money go from Pedaling 4 Paige?
The money raised from Pedaling 4 Paige supports current and future pediatric cancer patients and their families in Central New York. Click here to learn more about the initiatives we support at Upstate Golisano Children's Hospital.

Can I form a team?
Yes! During online registration for Pedaling 4 Paige, you will come to a donation page. Scroll down on this page and you will see 'Become a Fundraiser'. Click on this to set up a new individual fundraiser and to start/join a team. You will be able to update your fundraiser goal, create your customized URL, upload an image, and update your personal heading and message that will display on your fundraising page.

Towards the bottom of the page, you will see the option to start/join a team fundraiser. Use the drop down menu under ‘Join a Team Fundraiser’ to start a team fundraiser or join an existing team fundraiser.

How do I start or join a team after I registered?
To start or join a team after you've already registered for Pedaling 4 Paige you'll need to log into your RunSignUp account and follow the steps below: 

1. While signed into your RunSignUp account, click on your account icon found on the upper right side of the page and click "Profile".
2. On your Profile page, you will see a list of upcoming events. Find the Pedaling 4 Paige event and click on "Manage Registration".
3. On the left side menu click on "Fundraiser". If you are on a mobile phone, click on the 3 lines found on the upper left side of the page to open the menu.
4. You will then be prompted to create an individual fundraiser. Complete all of the required information on the Fundraiser page. At the bottom of this page, you will see the option to start a new team or join an existing one.
5. Click the button "Set Up Fundraiser" and you should be all set!

If you have any questions or troubles, please email info@pbrun.org.

Logistics

How many bikes are there for each live session?
There are just 25 bikes available each session. With 3 sessions, there's a total of 72 spots. Register now to reserve your spot!

Can I register for more than one live session?
Yes, participants can register for one or up to all three 1 hour sessions! Regardless of how many sessions you register for, the cost is $30 per person.

Why is there a virtual event option?
We recognize that there are some people who may not be able to make it to the in person event due to scheduling conflicts. The virtual spinning option gives those unable to attend the in person event the opportunity to be a part of the fun. 

What does it mean to be a virtual rider?
As a virtual rider, you have the flexibility to complete your 1 hour spin session at your convenience during the official virtual period during Saturday, March 21 to Saturday, March 28.  You can complete your ride using your own indoor spinning bike, outside on a bicycle, or even at your own gym! 

Can I participate, even though I live in a different city, state, or country?
Yes! Since there's a virtual event option, you can participate from wherever. 

Donation & Fundraising

Is there a fundraising commitment?
When you register to participate in any Pedaling 4 Paige class, you are committed to a fundraising minimum of $50 per session for the live event. Every dollar raised stays in Central New York and helps fund local research and patient programs for kids and families fighting pediatric cancer at Upstate Golisano Children's Hospital. 

What is the fundraising commitment deadline?
The fundraising deadline is March 28.

How can I donate to a P4P participant?
Donations in support of a P4P participant can be made online using a credit/debit card.

To search for the participant you'd like to support online, click here.

To support a participant via check, please make checks payable to Paige’s Childhood Cancer Fund. 
Please be sure to include the participant's name on the memo line of the check.

Check should be mailed to:
Paige’s Childhood Cancer Fund
50 Presidential Plaza, Suite LL-3
Syracuse, NY 13202

What should I do if a donor gives me cash?
If you receive cash from a donor, you can either write a personal check to Paige’s Childhood Cancer Fund or use your credit card to put the correct donation amount towards your personal fundraising page, but use the information for the donor rather than for yourself.

What should I do if a donor give me a check?
Make sure your name is on the check and are made payable to Paige’s Childhood Cancer Fund. Please mail checks to:

Paige’s Childhood Cancer Fund
50 Presidential Plaza, Suite LL-3
Syracuse, New York 13202.

Checks should be made payable to Paige’s Childhood Cancer Fund

Help! I am new to fundraising and don't know where to start.
Don't worry, we've got you covered. Check out our Fundraising Tips and Tricks webpage for some easy steps to get your fundraising started. It's also a great resource for some new ideas to help you reach and surpass your goal. 

Are there fundraising awards?
As we have in the past, we will be awarding prizes for those individuals who raise funds to support Paige’s Childhood Cancer Fund and kids fighting pediatric cancer in Central New York. Participants who raise $250 or more (in addition to the registration fee) are given a gift in appreciation of their fundraising efforts. These will be mailed to the address provided during online registration after the fundraising minimum deadline (March 28).

What is Paige’s Childhood Cancer Fund's tax ID number?
The tax ID number for Paige's Butterfly Run, Inc. is 52-2154937.

Does Paige’s Childhood Cancer Fund hold other events?
Yes! In addition to Pedaling 4 Paige, we organize the following fundraising events:

• Paige's Butterfly Run | Saturday, June 6, 2026 - A family friendly event including a 5K USATF certified race, 3K fitness run/walk, and a Caterpillar Crawl for kids.
• Paige's Pajamarama - Schools and businesses in our local communities select a day to wear their pajamas in honor of kids who HAVE to! Paige's Pajamarama is a fun way to raise awareness for childhood cancer.
• Paige's Book Fair - Barnes & Noble in Clay will donate a percentage of each sale that *USES OUR BOOK FAIR COUPON*. We will have a table and craft station for the children to enjoy.  
• NY Childhood Cancer Summit - Building Community. Sharing Resources. Elevating Our Collective Voice.
• Toast for Gold - Celebrating Childhood Cancer Awareness. Kickoff to the NY Childhood Cancer Summit.
  Cocktail attire with a Splash of Gold. Video presentation – featuring our mission, local families and summit. Heavy hors d'oeuvres & Drinks (we provide one) – We raise our glasses at 7:30 PM!

Thank you for being a fundraiser and fighting pediatric cancer and funding hope. 

Each year, Pedaling 4 Paige raises critical dollars necessary to fund pediatric cancer research and patient programs at Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital. Every dollar you raise will help move our mission forward and make a difficult journey a little easier and provide hope for tomorrow.

Participants who raise $250 or more (in addition to the registration fee) are given a custom PBR Yeti in appreciation of their fundraising efforts. These will be mailed to the address provided during online registration after the fundraising minimum deadline (March 28).

 

Thank you for your commitment to participating in Pedaling 4 Paige and supporting our mission! Together, with your help, we can continue to invest in local research and patient programs at Upstate Golisano Children's Hospital.

Here are some easy steps to get your fundraising started and remember to aim high and you can earn an appreciation gift if you raise $250 or more!

1.  Personalize your fundraising page: You can do this by signing into your account with RunSignUp and then go to your Profile by clicking on icon in the upper right hand corner. Once there, scroll down to your Fundraising section of your profile. Click "Edit Fundraiser" next to the fundraiser to Manage.

Here you can do things like:

• Add or update your photo
• Create a slideshow for your page - Click here to learn how!
• Tell your story of why you are participating
• Set your goal

If you make changes, don't forget to click on "Save Fundraiser Changes".

2.  Make a personal gift and kick start your fundraising and lead by example by making a personal gift. Others will be more likely to give if they see that you have too!

3.  Ask, ask and continue to ask: Starting from the time you register for Pedaling 4 Paige until the fundraising deadline, ask your family, friends, co-workers and others in your network for support in your efforts of fighting pediatric cancer in Central New York.

To find your custom fundraising URL and see what your sharing options are, you will need to be signed into RunSignUp. While signed in, scroll down to your Fundraising section of your profile. Here you will find your personalized fundraising URL.

If you are currently editing your fundraiser, or viewing donations, then you can simply click on the “Links/Sharing” button on the left frame main menu, and this will allow you to view the Fundraiser Sharing Options page.

From this page, you can:
- Share you custom URL on social media including Facebook and Twitter
- Copy and paste your custom URL for your fundraising outreach emails 

Consider asking family, friends, co-workers and others in your network to support you for a specific dollar amount such as $20, $50, $100.

4.  Send emails: Don't be afraid to send a few emails and follow up with friendly email reminders. You can also use email as a way to keep people up-to-date with your fundraising progress and share when you reach certain milestones. To help get you started, we've created email templates for you to use in RunSignUp.

5.  Social media: Post on social media to get the word out and encourage family and friends - in Central New York, across the country, and around the world to join Pedaling 4 Paige.

• Use the event hashtag #Pedaling4Paige in your posts
• Tag Paige's Childhood Cancer Fund on Facebook and Instagram (@paigeschildhoodcancerfund) in your post

Leading up to the event, here are some post ideas:

• Share your personal story or reason why you are participating in Pedaling 4 Paige
• Share what Paige's Butterfly Run means to you
• Share photos or videos of your team t-shirts and signs
• Share photos or videos of yourself training for the ride
• Share photos or videos of your team members
• Encourage others to participate in Pedaling 4 Paige by sharing our website https://runsignup.com/Race/NY/Syracuse/Pedaling4Paige

Here are example messages that you can use in your posts to encourage people to donate and/or join you!

• I’m participating in Pedaling 4 Paige to raise money for kids fighting pediatric cancer in CNY. Help support my efforts by donating online: (include fundraising page URL)
• Did you know that over 60 children will be newly diagnosed at Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital this year? I’m raising money to fight pediatric cancer and fund hope. Help support my efforts by donating online at: (include fundraising page URL)
• Join me and @PaigesButterflyRun and help raise funds and awareness for childhood cancer! I am participating in Pedaling 4 Paige and need your help. Visit my page for more details: (include fundraising page URL)

6.  Send a letter by mail: Not everyone is on social media or regularly checks email. If you receive donations of cash or check in support of your ride, please mail to:

Paige’s Childhood Cancer Fund
50 Presidential Plaza, Suite LL-3
Syracuse, NY 13202

Please enclose a note describing the individual or team that the donations should be credited to.

7.  Continue updating and thanking: Thank you notes are so important! Make sure to thank people who are making donations in a timely manner. Remember to also share updates on your progress with your supporters.

8.  Start or join a team: Teams are a fun way to bring people together virtually. Recruit your friends, family, and co-workers to join you in your efforts of helping kids fighting pediatric cancer in Central New York. Team members also provide great support to help each other achieve individual goals, and through their collective fundraising, teams make a bigger impact! 

9.  Company matching gift program: Most employers have a matching gift program and will match donations made by their employees. Each company has its own approach to charitable giving, so please be sure to confirm matching gift program guidelines directly with your employer. 

Meet the wonderful instructors that will be leading one of the live sessions for Pedaling 4 Paige at Elevate Fitness!

 

Katie Polhamus 

Katie is our 9 AM instructor, which is a class perfect for beginners or begin-again-ers! She is a busy wife and mom of 3 and has been known to break into song or dance moves during class! Katie entered her Spin Instructor era last year, however teaching and instructing are things she is very familiar with. She has been in Early Childhood Education for over 25 year, and has been a teacher, a director, and most recently an Educational Coach. Katie has worked with children and families that have been challenged with a variety of medical needs, included various cancers and blood disorders, so the work that Paige's Childhood Cancer Fund does is very near and dear to her heart. Katie is excited and humbled to be a part of this year's ride and looks forward to seeing you there!

 

Tiffany Tarbe  

Tiffany began her journey in the fitness world as a Group Fitness Instructor in August 2012. Her love for fitness and her desire to inspire others to prioritize their health led her to pursue this path. As a Group Fitness Instructor, Tiffany developed and led a variety of classes, from high-energy cardio sessions including group cycle to strength based workouts, always striving to make fitness accessible, enjoyable, and motivating for all participants.

In September 2013, Tiffany expanded her expertise by becoming a NASM certified Personal Trainer. This move allowed her to work more intimately with clients, offering personalized fitness plans tailored to their unique goals, whether it be weight loss, strength building, or improving overall fitness levels.
With her diverse background in both group fitness and personal training, Tiffany has worked with clients of all fitness levels, from beginners to seasoned athletes.

 

In addition to Pedaling 4 Paige, we organize Paige's Butterfly Run. This family friendly event brings together runners and walkers from across Central New York to downtown Syracuse to participate in one of the region’s premier 5K races. The goal of Paige's Butterfly Run is to put on a stellar community event while raising the critical dollars necessary to fund pediatric cancer research and patient programs at Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital. This event includes a 5K USATF certified race, 3K fitness run/walk, and a Caterpillar Crawl for kids. There’s something for everyone!

Date: 6/6/26

Click here for more information and to register online.

We will be sharing "Their Stories" weekly leading up to Pedaling 4 Paige. These are stories of children who have bravely fought pediatric cancer in our community. We have been fortunate enough to have patients and families who will be telling their stories on camera. Please take a moment to watch the stories below. 

Archie - Click here to watch now
Archie was 7 months old when he was diagnosed with Wilms' tumor, a type of kidney cancer. Today he is cancer free. Thank you to his mom, Emily, for sharing their story. 

Tim - Click here to watch now
In 2010, Tim was diagnosed with cancer when he was 15. He is an inspiration, providing hope and encouraging positive action. We are so grateful for Tim for sharing his story.

Levi - Click here to watch now
On November 13, 2017 Levi was diagnosed with T-Cell leukemia. Thank you to his mom, Laurin, for sharing their story.

Jacob - Click here to watch now
We are so grateful for people like Nick. He is one of our top fundraisers and we cannot thank him enough for sharing his story behind what motivates him to raise support for PBR.

Alayah - Click here to watch now
“Paige’s Butterfly Run is an organization that we became aware of from the very first day that Alayah got diagnosed with leukemia.” says Katie, Alayah’s mom. We are so incredibly grateful for Katie for sharing their story and the impact PBR has on the pediatric cancer community here locally.

Rosalie - Click here to watch now
“She is in maintenance chemo now, so we just her chemo meds at home every day and then she has infusions every week,” says Arianna, Rosie’s mom. A huge thank you to Arianna, Rosie’s mom, for sharing their story.

Thank you for your interest in volunteering for Pedaling 4 Paige at Elevate Fitness in Liverpool on Saturday, March 21, 2026!

Volunteers are needed the day of the event to assist with general support including:

• Greeting participants
• Pre-registration
• Cleaning bikes

Shifts: Time to be determined

If you are interested in volunteering or have any questions, please email us at info@paigesccf.org.

For over 25 years, Paige’s Childhood Cancer Fund has been a critical part of Central New York’s efforts to fight cancer and blood disorders in children.

Over 60 children will be newly diagnosed at Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital this year. The impact of a diagnosis is far reaching, affecting not only the child but their family and community. Our mission –  to help local families who have already heard “your child has cancer”, as well as those who will soon hear those dreaded words.

The only one of its kind in a 22-county region, the Dr. William J. Waters Center for Children’s Cancer and Blood Disorders at Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital serves upwards of 700 children with various malignancies and blood disorders each year, as well as conduct research for tomorrow’s cures. Paige’s Childhood Cancer Fund Inc. is a key part of these services, as the funds we raise support initiatives that provide financial and emotional support to families whose child is undergoing treatment. 

Proceeds from Pedaling 4 Paige support local pediatric cancer research and patient programs for kids and families fighting cancer at Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital in Syracuse, NY. After event expenses our organization invests in the following initiatives that support the Central New York community. 

• Paige's Comfort Kit Fund

• Paige's Family Assistance Fund

• Paige's Comfort & Fun Fund for Families

• Paige's Outpatient Clinic Fund

• Paige's Events and Activities Fund

• Paige's H.O.P.E. Support Fund

• Paige's Fund for Transportation

• Paige's Survivor Wellness Fund

• Paige's Bereavement Fund

• Paige's Cancer Research Fund

• Paige Yeomans Arnold Memorial Endowed Professorship

• Paige Yeomans Arnold Endowed Patient Family Assistance Fund

For more information, please visit https://paigesccf.org/

When you register to participate in Pedaling 4 Paige, you are committed to a fundraising minimum. Participants have until March 28th to reach (or exceed!) their minimum. Every dollar raised stays right here in Central New York and provides hope to the hundreds of local families who are fighting pediatric cancer at the Dr. William J. Waters Center for Children’s Cancer and Blood Disorders at Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital. 

Participants receive access to fundraising resources including a personalized fundraising page, email templates, as well as the support of Paige’s Childhood Cancer Fund staff.

In 1993, Paige Yeomans Arnold was a seemingly healthy 6 year old first grader at Palmer Elementary School in Baldwinsville NY, when she was diagnosed with leukemia. Paige was then treated at what is now the Dr. William J. Waters Center for Children’s Cancer and Blood Disorders at Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital in Syracuse NY. Paige ultimately underwent a bone marrow transplant in an effort to cure her leukemia at Boston Children’s Hospital in 1994. Sadly, complications from the transplant led to her death in August of that year.

In the Spring of 1997, Paige’s parents were approached by a group of teachers at Palmer Elementary that wished to honor Paige in what would have been her last year at the school. In short order, it was decided that a walk\run event would be organized. All proceeds were slated to benefit a college scholarship fund and the Center for Children’s Cancer and Blood Disorders in Paige’s memory. The butterfly was selected as a symbol of the event not only because she was so fond of them, but because they typified her: beautiful and gentle, but strong beyond imagining.

After hosting the event from 1997-2007 at Palmer Elementary, Paige’s Butterfly Run came to downtown Syracuse in 2008 with the Taste of Syracuse Festival.

Since its inception in 1997, Paige’s Butterfly Run has raised over $5,000,000 to support cancer research and patient programs at the William J. Waters Center for Children’s Cancer and Blood Disorders at Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital. 

In 2025, Paige's Butterfly Run Inc. was renamed Paige’s Childhood Cancer Fund. 

 

Click here to view photos from Pedaling 4 Paige 2025.