NASHVILLE, Tenn — Nashville’s most high-energy fundraising event is back — and it’s not your typical charity run. Clip In for the Cure, a spin-centric, wellness-packed celebration hosted at Geodis Park, brings the city’s fitness and philanthropic communities together with one mission: raise critical funds for cancer research at Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC).
What began as a personal journey following a family health crisis has blossomed into one of the city’s most innovative fundraising efforts. Casey Holden, a Vanderbilt alumna, remained within her Commodores family, now working fir Vanderbilt Medical Center and turned to the nonprofit world. This all came after her father suffered a traumatic brain injury. Through a newfound connection with VUMC’s Traumatic Brain Injury Clinic, she and her family launched a foundation to support other TBI patients. That collaboration eventually led to Casey joining Vanderbilt’s fundraising team — and ultimately creating Clip In for the Cure.
“When I joined the medical center, I realized we didn’t have any signature fundraisers targeting young professionals,” Casey said. “There were amazing events in other cities, such as cycling fundraisers in places like New York and Philly, but Nashville didn’t have anything like that yet.”
The inaugural Clip In for the Cure event launched in 2022. Just three years later, the event has already raised more than $670,000 for adult and pediatric cancer research.
Unlike a traditional charity walk or run, Clip In for the Cure is structured around four-person teams. Each team is asked to raise at least $400, and each member takes on a one-hour spin session during a four-hour ride. Held on Saturday, July 27 from 8:00 a.m. to noon at Geodis Park, the event is powered by 100 spin bikes, Nashville’s top spin instructors, and live DJs.
“This event is more than just spin, it’s a wellness experience,” Casey explained. “There’s something for everyone.”
Even if you’re not into cycling, there’s still plenty to do. In addition to the spin sessions, there will be:
Fitness classes on the concourse and outdoor patio
A vendor village packed with wellness brands
Complimentary stretching by StretchLab
Cold plunges provided by Urban Sweat
Kid-friendly activities — including children’s spin sessions led by Nashville instructor Jona
Participating studios include Cycle House, CycleBar Franklin, CREW, and BodyRock, with additional support from so many more. Each studio will lead one of the four spin hours, making the event both collaborative and high-energy.
And while the spin sessions take place overlooking the field at Geodis Park, fitness classes and activations will spread across the concourse and stadium exterior.
Philanthropy is playing an increasingly vital role in sustaining research at institutions like VUMC. Due to significant federal funding cuts, Casey said, fundraising has never been more critical.
“Cancer research has made incredible progress, but without community support, we risk falling behind,” Casey said. “This event helps ensure that progress continues.”
And it’s personal for many. “Almost everyone knows someone affected by cancer,” Casey added. “Clip In for the Cure is a way for people to come together, honor loved ones, and move closer to a world without cancer.”
Registration is open now at on their website.
It costs $40 per person, and that fee counts toward your team’s fundraising goal. Individuals can sign up solo and be matched with a team if needed.
Top fundraisers are eligible for premium prizes, including concert tickets, hotel stays, and gym memberships.
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Whether you’re spinning, stretching, volunteering, or just cheering people on, there’s a place for everyone at Clip In for the Cure.
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