Veteran Cancer Network

Veteran Cancer Network We’re building the network we wish we had - connecting veterans and caregivers with tools, support, and people who understand the cancer journey.

Through collaboration, shared experience, and action, we're making cancer easier to face - together.

06/26/2026

They made it to Virginia!!

06/26/2026

Day 13 of Pedal for Impact!

Only 3 more days of cycling until our riders arrive in Washington, D.C.

Today they'll say goodbye to North Carolina and cross into Virginia as they continue their journey to raise awareness for better cancer screening and earlier detection for veterans.

Please join us in wishing Ashton and Casey good luck on another long day in the saddle. Every mile brings them one step closer to our nation's capital and one step closer to sharing this important message with lawmakers.

Let's cheer them on! 🚴🇺🇸

We're incredibly honored to be featured by Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America as they highlight our Pedal for Impa...
06/25/2026

We're incredibly honored to be featured by Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America as they highlight our Pedal for Impact journey.

It's encouraging to see organizations like IAVA helping shine a light on the importance of earlier cancer detection for veterans and the conversations we're having in communities across the East Coast.

Thank you, IAVA, for supporting our mission and helping us reach more veterans, families, and advocates. Together, we can continue raising awareness and pushing for meaningful change.

Be sure to check out their post and follow their page to learn more about the work they're doing to support the veteran community.

06/25/2026

Good morning from the road!

Today we're headed to Roanoke Rapids, our final stop in North Carolina before crossing into Virginia.

North Carolina has given us beautiful scenery, welcoming communities, and the opportunity to meet so many incredible people who believe in our mission. We're grateful for every conversation, every wave, every donation, and every word of encouragement along the way.

Wish Ashton and Casey good luck as they tackle another day in the saddle. Next stop: Virginia!

Pedal for Impact by the numbers:🚴 729.5 miles ridden⛰️ 13,883 feet climbed⏱️ 33 hours of pedalingBut the numbers only te...
06/25/2026

Pedal for Impact by the numbers:

🚴 729.5 miles ridden
⛰️ 13,883 feet climbed
⏱️ 33 hours of pedaling

But the numbers only tell part of the story.

Over the last several days, Casey and I have met countless veterans, survivors, caregivers, and supporters. We've shared our mission, listened to stories, answered questions, and had conversations about why earlier cancer screening for veterans matters.

Every mile brings us closer to Washington, D.C., but it's the people we've met along the way that have made this journey unforgettable.

Thank you to everyone who has cheered us on, donated, shared our posts, met us on the route, or simply stopped to ask why we were riding.

We're not done yet. North Carolina is almost behind us, Virginia is ahead, and the mission continues.

👇👇👇 Drop Casey and Ashton a comment and let them know how proud you are and that you’re STILL here!!!

06/24/2026

For the last week, Ashton and I have been riding our bikes toward Washington, D.C.

We've dealt with the heat, the hills, sore legs, wrong turns, and more than a few moments where we wondered what we got ourselves into.

But honestly? We've also had an incredible time.

We've met veterans, survivors, caregivers, supporters, and complete strangers who have stopped us just to share their stories.

This ride has reminded us why Veteran Cancer Network exists.

It's about making sure veterans know their risks.

It's about pushing for better screening, better protocols, and earlier answers.

It's about making sure fewer veterans hear "if only we had caught it sooner."

The hardest part of this work isn't the miles. It's meeting amazing people and knowing that some of them are facing battles that may take them from their families far too soon.

We can't always fix that.

What we can do is listen, support them, share their stories, and fight like hell to make things better for the veterans who come after them.

This video is a little different than our normal updates. It's a conversation about the ride, the mission, and why we believe this work matters.

If you've been following along with Pedal for Impact, thank you for being part of this journey.

We still have miles to go, and we're just getting started.

06/24/2026

Back on the road this morning!

After a much-needed rest day in Jacksonville, our riders are back in the saddle and heading toward Wilson, North Carolina.

There are still plenty of miles between here and Washington, D.C., but Ashton and Casey continue to push forward to raise awareness for better cancer screening and earlier detection for veterans.

Wish them luck today as they take on another long day of riding and continue sharing their mission along the way!

06/24/2026

One thing we've learned on this ride... Ashton always seems to find the best views.

Meanwhile, I'm just trying to survive the hills, the heat, the headwinds, and whatever adventure the GPS has planned for us next.

Over 1,000 miles to Washington, D.C., and somehow we're still finding reasons to laugh along the way.

That's one of the best parts of this journey. Yes, we're riding to raise awareness for veteran cancer screening and early detection, but we're also making memories we'll be talking about for years.

Who do you think has the better eye for a photo spot: Ashton or Casey? 👇😂

- Pedal for Impact
- Riding for veterans. Riding for change.

06/24/2026

This ride has introduced us to some amazing people, but it's also reminded us just how many veterans and families are fighting difficult battles.

Ashton and I have had the privilege of hearing stories from veterans, survivors, and families who are fighting battles most people never see.

Some of those conversations are inspiring. Some are heartbreaking. All of them remind us why this mission matters.

We're riding to Washington, D.C. because veterans deserve better awareness, better screening, and better outcomes.

This video is a little more personal, but it's the reason we're doing all of this.

06/23/2026

For decades, Marines, sailors, and military families at Camp Lejeune were exposed to contaminated drinking water without knowing the long-term consequences.

Today, many are still fighting battles connected to those exposures, including cancer and other serious health conditions.

As we continue our Pedal for Impact ride to Washington, D.C., we're having these conversations because veterans deserve better awareness, earlier detection, and better outcomes.

Cancer doesn't care how old you are, your rank, or when you served. That's why Veteran Cancer Network is pushing for a better approach to cancer screening and follow-up care for those who served.

If you or someone you know was stationed at Camp Lejeune, take the time to learn about the potential health risks and available benefits.

Every story matters.
Every veteran matters.
Every mile brings us closer to change.

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