ScottsMiracle-Gro Associates' Teamwork for Cancer Research

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ScottsMiracle-Gro associates are preparing for Pelotonia, a bike ride event in central Ohio to raise funds for cancer research. The company has participated since 2010, raising over $3 million. Riders commit to raising $1,250 or more each, with 100% of funds supporting cancer research at The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center (OSUCCC).

Key points:

• Team ScottsMiracle-Gro will ride 20 to 190 miles
• The event is not a race but a community ride
• One associate has raised over $50K in 12 years
• Funds support new studies at OSUCCC, including immunotherapy for breast cancer and targeted therapy for brain tumors
• The fundraising deadline is in October

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• ScottsMiracle-Gro has raised over $3 million for cancer research since 2010
• 100% of funds raised go directly to cancer research at OSUCCC
• The company demonstrates corporate social responsibility through employee engagement in charitable activities

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NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / September 24, 2024 / ScottsMiracle-Gro

By Dianna Caspary

Pelotonia is almost here, and Team ScottsMiracle-Gro will be pedaling their bikes 20 to 190 miles through central Ohio. It's all about associate teamwork for cancer research. We have been participating in Pelotonia since 2010, and there are a couple of frequently asked questions that we have gotten over the years…

• The question: Are bike seats comfortable?

• The answer: No, they're not!

Training

There is a lot of training involved in order to go the distance on Ride Weekend. Getting used to the bike seat is part of that training.

Pelotonia is not a race, though. It's a community ride, and everyone goes at their own pace. For most of us, it's the farthest distance we'll ever ride.

We raise awareness about cancer research, and each person commits to raising $1,250 or more.

• The question: Is that a lot of money for one person to raise?

• The answer: Yes, it is!

Commitment

It's scary to commit to raising that amount of money, but the money doesn't go to us. We raise funds for cancer research, and we have veteran Riders who do it year after year. One of our associates has raised over $50K for Pelotonia in the past 12 years.

Together, we have raised over $3 million since joining the ride in 2010, and our team greatly appreciates the support from the company and from our coworkers.

100% of the funds raised by participants directly supports cancer research at The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center (OSUCCC), known as The James.

• The question: Do other states benefit from cancer research in Ohio?

• The answer: Yes, they do!

Impact

Cancer research at OSUCCC is shared and has a far-reaching impact.

In July 2023, Pelotonia announced: Five new studies underway at Ohio State with support from Pelotonia. Immunotherapy treatments for breast cancer, targeted therapy for the most aggressive form of brain tumor and addressing depression among lung cancer survivors are among the topics tackled in new studies supported with funds from Pelotonia.

If you'd like to help us save more lives, our fundraising deadline is in October, so there's plenty of time!

Visit our team fundraising page and make a donation to our general fund. Thank you to all of our associates and family members who support the cause.

About ScottsMiracle-Gro
With approximately $3.6 billion in sales, the Company is the world's largest marketer of branded consumer products for lawn and garden care. The Company's brands are among the most recognized in the industry. The Company's Scotts®, Miracle-Gro®, and Ortho® brands are market-leading in their categories. The Company's wholly-owned subsidiary, The Hawthorne Gardening Company, is a leading provider of nutrients, lighting, and other materials used in the indoor and hydroponic growing segment. For additional information, visit us at www.scottsmiraclegro.com.

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FAQ

How much does each ScottsMiracle-Gro (SMG) associate commit to raise for Pelotonia?

Each ScottsMiracle-Gro associate commits to raising $1,250 or more for the Pelotonia cancer research fundraiser.

When is the fundraising deadline for ScottsMiracle-Gro's (SMG) Pelotonia team in 2024?

The fundraising deadline for ScottsMiracle-Gro's Pelotonia team is in October 2024.

How much has ScottsMiracle-Gro (SMG) raised for Pelotonia since 2010?

ScottsMiracle-Gro has raised over $3 million for Pelotonia since joining the ride in 2010.

What distance will ScottsMiracle-Gro (SMG) associates ride in Pelotonia 2024?

ScottsMiracle-Gro associates will ride between 20 to 190 miles through central Ohio for Pelotonia 2024.