Cycling 4 Change – Because HOPE changes everything

RIDE. Inspire. TRANSFORM.

We harness the power of cycling to advocate, raise funds, and build communities around causes that matter most.

"Every revolution starts with a single wheel in motion."

Cycling for Change believes that collective movement — literally and figuratively — can shift communities toward justice, health, and opportunity. We organize rides, workshops, and campaigns that make real-world impact.

Understanding Human Trafficking

From community rides to policy advocacy, every pedal stroke counts toward a better world.

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What is Human Trafficking?

Human trafficking is the recruitment, transportation, transfer, harboring or receipt of people through force, fraud or coercion, with the aim of exploiting them for profit. Men, women and children of all ages can become victims.

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Where Does It Happen?

Human Trafficking happens EVERYWHERE. Approximately 400,000 people are trafficked in the United States. After drug trafficking, it is the second largest illegal activity globally.

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The Funding Gap

Sex trafficking in the Western world illegally grosses over $80,000 per person. Despite the magnitude of the crisis, less than 2% of U.S. charitable funding is devoted to combating trafficking.

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January Awareness Month

National Human Trafficking Awareness Day is January 11th. Join #WearBlueDay — wear blue, take a photo, and share on social media to raise awareness worldwide.

Raising Funds & Raising Awareness

At Cycling for Change (C4C), our mission is to raise funds and awareness to address issues relating to human trafficking — empowering survivors by amplifying their voices and collaborating together.

We are dedicated to leveraging our passion for cycling and various activities to break the cycle of human trafficking and provide hope to those who are marginalized and vulnerable in society.

Upcoming Campaigns

📅 May 3, 2026 · 40 Miles · New York City

5 Boro Bike Tour

The largest charitable bike ride in the US. C4C is an official Bike New York charity partner for 2026. Ride through all 5 boroughs and fundraise for the mission.

🏆 10th Annual Edition

Golf Invitational

Celebrate a decade of community, competition, and cause at the 10th Annual C4C Golf Invitational. All proceeds support the C4C mission to fight human trafficking.

Become a C4C Champion

Champions are those who fight or speak UP for another person or for a cause. By becoming a C4C Champion, you pledge to speak UP for the vulnerable with the courage to help break the cycle of human trafficking.

C4C in Partnership with

Northwell Health @ The United Nations

Dr. Santhosh Paulus spoke at the United Nations presenting a Human Trafficking Protocol for Healthcare Providers Worldwide — a proposal to the World Health Organization through the Global Strategic Operatives for the Eradication of Human Trafficking.

September 29, 2022 — A Global Response to Human Trafficking in the Healthcare Setting.