The Tour de BBQ is driven by a group of volunteers who are committed to doing everything they can in the fight against cancer.
| Erica Brown - President
Stephen Valenti – VP of Registration Chad Helmer - Treasurer Jay Heidrick – Secretary/ VP of the Pavilion Jason Atherton - Photographer Luke Babb – Graphic Design Chris Deffenbaugh – VP of Communications Brad Evans - VP of Merchandise |
Carrie Helfers – Grassroots Fundraising Liaison
Craig Henwood – Cycling Community Liaison Beth McDole – VP of Volunteer Services Chad Milam - Creative Liaison/ Web Development Nicole Moodie - Cancer Community Liaison Grant Rowh – Pavilion Joel Terry – VP of the Course Stacie Tindle – Project Coordinator, TDBBQ |
The Tour de BBQ ™ believes in supporting national and local efforts in the fight against cancer. Proceeds from the event support LIVESTRONG and The University of Kansas Cancer Center.
Founded in 1997 by cancer survivor and champion cyclist Lance Armstrong and based in Austin, Texas, LIVESTRONG fights for the 28 million people around the world living with cancer today. LIVESTRONG connects individuals to the support they need, leverages funding and resources to spur innovation and engages communities and leaders to drive social change. Known for the iconic yellow wristband, LIVESTRONG ‘s mission is to inspire and empower anyone affected by cancer. For more information, visit www.LIVESTRONG.org.
The University of Kansas Cancer Center is transforming cancer research and clinical care by linking their innovative approach to drug discovery, delivery and development to our nationally accredited patient care program. The partnership includes cancer research and healthcare professionals associated with the University of Kansas Medical Center and The University of Kansas Hospital in Kansas City, The University of Kansas in Lawrence, the University Of Kansas School of Medicine in Wichita, and the members of the Midwest Cancer Alliance. The University of Kansas Cancer Center, led by Roy Jensen, MD, will apply for National Cancer Institute (NCI) designation in September 2011, which will bring cutting-edge clinical trials to patients in this region. For more information, visit www.kucancercenter.org.