ApplY for the 2026 BIKE AMERICA team

Joining Illini 4000 is an unforgettable 76-day journey across the country for an incredible cause. Applications for the 2025-26 Bike America Team close on Sept. 27, 2025.

Congrats to the 2025 BIKE AMERICA Team!

The team has officially made it to San Francisco!

OUR MISSION

Illini 4000 is a non-profit organization dedicated to documenting the American cancer experience through The Portraits Project, raising funds for cancer research and patient support services, as well as spreading awareness for the fight against cancer through annual cross-country bike rides.

Take a look

Every year, a team of students cycle across America to collect portraits and raise money for cancer research and patient support services.

SUpport our Cause