Pedaling 4 Paige

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General & Registration

What is Pedaling 4 Paige? 
An indoor spinning event now in its 8th 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, 11 or 12) 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 2023 is on Saturday, March 25, 2023, at Elevate Fitness in Dewitt.

How can I participate in Pedaling 4 Paige?
There are two great ways you can participate in Pedaling 4 Paige 2023:

• In person at the live event on Saturday, March 25, 2023 at Elevate Fitness in Dewitt
• 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 25 through Saturday, April 1

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 Friday, March 24th at 5:00 PM for the live event at Elevate Fitness in Dewitt.

Online registration will close on Saturday, April 1st 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 28 bikes available each session. With 4 sessions, there's a total of 112 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 four 1 hour sessions! Regardless of how many sessions you register for, the cost is $30 per person.

Are there any COVID-19 restrictions for the live event at Elevate Fitness?
We will be following any COVID-19 policies set by Elevate Fitness. At this time, all restrictions have been lifted. Masks are optional. 

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 25 to Saturday, April 1. 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 April 1, 2023.

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 Butterfly Run, Inc. 
Please be sure to include the participant's name on the memo line of the check.

Check should be mailed to:
Paige's Butterfly Run, Inc.
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 Butterfly Run 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 Butterfly Run. Please mail checks to:

Paige's Butterfly Run, Inc.
50 Presidential Plaza, Suite LL-3
Syracuse, NY 13202

Checks will be applied to your online fundraising once received by Paige's Butterfly Run.

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 Butterfly Run 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 (April 1, 2023).

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

Does Paige's Butterfly Run hold other events?
Yes! In addition to Pedaling 4 Paige, we organize the following fundraising events:

• Paige's Butterfly Run | Saturday, June 3, 2023 - A family friendly event including a 5K USATF certified race, 3K fitness run/walk, and a Caterpillar Crawl for kids.
• Clams 4 Cures Clambake | Saturday, September 9, 2023 - A fun day of clams, BBQ, raffles and great music!
• 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.