The River City Masters Group, friends, and family “Team River City” are joining forces again this year for the 5th Richmond Annual Swim Across America (SAA). SAA Richmond raises funds to support cutting-edge cancer research at the VCU Massey Cancer Center. Researchers are currently working on groundbreaking treatment that involves cancer-targeting viruses with a diversity of applications where traditional treatments have failed.

https://www.mcvfoundation.org/news/stories/cancer-treatment-goes-viral

 Very exciting to see such wonderful research happening right here in Richmond!

This event is very near and dear to many of our hearts! Several members of our team are swimming to honor survivors, those currently battling cancer, and loved ones that have passed:

George Sushkoff – Honoring his mother who lost her battle to cancer in 2003. Honoring his dear friend Becky Prickett who recently completed treatment. I was diagnosed with colon cancer in 2023. I am happy to report that I am officially in remission as of January 8th, 2024. 

John Vivadelli – honoring his sister Angela, a 25-year next door neighbor Pierce Rucker, and a lifelong friend Dave D'Andrea who all passed due to cancer, and Pierce's wife Leslie who is heroically battling cancer.

Erica Burgess – dedicating this year’s swim to George Sushkoff (my dear swim friend) who is currently starting his battle with colon cancer AND Candace Holt (my cousin’s wife) who is currently battling a rare bile duct cancer called cholangiocarcinoma.

Andy Grayson – honoring his mother who lost her battle to cancer 11 years ago

Spencer Spevak – honoring her grandfather who passed away in 2021

Marty Hammer – diagnosed with cancer in 2019, currently cancer free and kicking butt!

Please join us in “Making Waves Against Cancer”! Team River City has set an aggressive fundraising goal of $30,000.

If you are not able to join us for this swim event, please support our team by making a gift. 

Thank you for helping make an impact in the fight to find a cure!