Bill Hoddy

3years
Bill Hoddy
I am riding 400 miles in memory of my sister, Barb Hoddy. Please sponsor me and support my challenge to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
I've Ridden 401.9 mi to fight kids' cancer
My Rankings
  • National: 301st
  • State: 7th in AZ
  • My Team: 2nd
I've raised $3,624 to fight kids' cancer Donate Now

I'm Riding For

Barb Hoddy and James

Barb Hoddy and James

Tribute to Barb: May the water on the sandy beach rise to sooth your feet, May you always have a full cup of hot coffee for warmth, May your bowl of dim sum always be full to give you energy, May you spend endless hours in heaven's archive library to maintain your knowledge, May you have an endless supply of yarn to knit for the needy, May you be appointed master black belt sensei in heaven's Dojo to maintain your discipline, May you enjoy being reunited with departed family members to maintain laughter and happiness, And until we meet again, please save some beer and chocolates for the rest of us.

My Story

5 Aug 2024

This September I am riding for a third year with Great Cycle Challenge to fight kids' cancer!

Why? Because right now, cancer is the biggest killer of children from disease in the United States. Over 15,700 children are diagnosed every year, and sadly, 38 children die of cancer every week. Kids should be living life, not fighting for it.

So, I am raising funds through my challenge to help these kids and support Children's Cancer Research Fund to allow them to continue their work to develop lifesaving treatments and find a cure for childhood cancer.

This year I will be ridding 400 miles in September in support of all these wonderful and brave kids, and in honor of my sister Barb who passed away from Pancreatic cancer this past May.

I am also riding for brave 8-year-old James who has relapsed high-risk neuroblastoma.

Please support me by making a donation to give these kids the brighter futures they deserve. Your support will change little lives.

I appreciate all of you.

My Legacy

Here's my personal impact over 3 years to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
  • 300 mi Ridden
    $1,202 Raised
    2022
  • 406 mi Ridden
    $2,154 Raised
    2023
3years
1,109 mi
Ridden
$6,980
Raised

My Challenge

  • 20.4 mi ride - Ride 20 Last miles for the challenge - Tuesday, October 1, 2024
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    Logged this ride 71 days ago - View on Strava
  • 30.1 mi ride - Ride 19 Western Canal to Greenfield Rd. - Sunday, September 29, 2024
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    Logged this ride 73 days ago - View on Strava
  • 28.2 mi ride - GCC Ride 18 Greenfield Road - Friday, September 27, 2024
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    Logged this ride 75 days ago - View on Strava
  • 21.8 mi ride - GCC Ride 17 Western Canal Gilbert - Thursday, September 26, 2024
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    Logged this ride 76 days ago - View on Strava
  • 25.7 mi ride - GCC Ride 16 Indian Bend Wash - Tuesday, September 24, 2024
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    Logged this ride 78 days ago - View on Strava
  • 11.5 mi ride - GCC Ride 15 Equestrian Estates - Monday, September 23, 2024
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    Logged this ride 79 days ago - View on Strava
  • 28.3 mi ride - GCC Ride 14 Scottsdale Green Belt - Sunday, September 22, 2024
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    Logged this ride 80 days ago - View on Strava
  • 26.5 mi ride - GCC Ride 13 Consolidated Canal - Saturday, September 21, 2024
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    Logged this ride 81 days ago - View on Strava
  • 25.9 mi ride - GCC Ride 12 Western Canal to Lindsey - Thursday, September 19, 2024
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    Logged this ride 83 days ago - View on Strava
  • 20.1 mi ride - GCC Ride 11 - Ahwatukee Loop - Wednesday, September 18, 2024
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    Logged this ride 84 days ago - View on Strava
  • 28.2 mi ride - GCC Ride #10 Riprarian Preserve - Tuesday, September 17, 2024
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    Logged this ride 85 days ago - View on Strava
  • 12.5 mi ride - GCC Ride #9 Fool moon ride - Monday, September 16, 2024
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    Logged this ride 85 days ago - View on Strava
  • 14.0 mi ride - Ride #8 - Baker Bridge Durango - Friday, September 13, 2024
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    Logged this ride 88 days ago - View on Strava
  • 16.1 mi ride - GCC Ride #7 Animas River Trail Repeat - Thursday, September 12, 2024
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    Logged this ride 89 days ago - View on Strava
  • 7.4 mi ride - GCC Ride #6 Anamas River East - Wednesday, September 11, 2024
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    Logged this ride 90 days ago - View on Strava
  • 23.8 mi ride - GCC Ride #5 Anamas River West - Wednesday, September 11, 2024
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    Logged this ride 91 days ago - View on Strava
  • $2,500 raised to fight kids' cancer!

    I just raised $2,500 to fight kids' cancer and achieved SUPERHERO LEVEL in the challenge! Thank you so much for your support.

    Posted 91 days ago
  • 10.0 mi ride - GCC Ride #4 Pagosa Springs - Tuesday, September 10, 2024
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    Logged this ride 91 days ago - View on Strava
  • 7.2 mi ride - GCC Ride #3 Turkey Trail - Tuesday, September 10, 2024
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    Logged this ride 91 days ago - View on Strava
  • 17.1 mi ride - GCC Ride #2 Consolidated Canal - Tuesday, September 3, 2024
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    Logged this ride 99 days ago - View on Strava
  • $2,000 raised to fight kids' cancer!

    I just raised $2,000 to fight kids' cancer and achieved LEGEND LEVEL in the challenge! Thank you so much for your support.

    Posted 99 days ago
  • 27.3 mi ride - GCC Ride #1 - Riprarian Preserve - Sunday, September 1, 2024
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    Logged this ride 101 days ago - View on Strava
  • $1,000 raised to fight kids' cancer!

    I just raised $1,000 to fight kids' cancer and achieved WARRIOR LEVEL in the challenge! Thank you so much for your support.

    Posted 119 days ago
  • $500 raised to fight kids' cancer!

    I just raised $500 to fight kids' cancer and achieved GUARDIAN LEVEL in the challenge! Thank you so much for your support.

    Posted 126 days ago
  • $250 raised to fight kids' cancer!

    I just raised $250 to fight kids' cancer and achieved PROTECTOR LEVEL in the challenge! Thank you so much for your support.

    Posted 127 days ago
  • $100 raised to fight kids' cancer!

    I just raised $100 to fight kids' cancer and achieved DEFENDER LEVEL in the challenge! Thank you so much for your support.

    Posted 138 days ago

My Sponsors

  • Kick Cancer's Butt Day matched donation
    “Here's your matched donation from a group of wonderful Children's Cancer Research Fund supporters. THANK YOU so much for your awesome efforts to kick cancer's butt!”
    $559.36
    Received this donation 91 days ago
  • Facebook Fundraiser Donation
    $510.65
    Received this donation 119 days ago
    Bill Hoddy
    Bill
    “Hello Sue, Thank you so very much for sponsoring me for a second year and my ride to help end childhood cancer. I appreciate you so much and so do the children I am riding for. I'll post updates on my rides starting in September. All the best, Bill”
  • Chris Hoddy Busch
    “Bill, thank you for your dedication, determination, and tireless energy, as you work to support the fight against cancer. This dreaded disease that has ravaged our family and so many others, knows no mercy and impacts families regardless of race, gender, faith, political affiliation, or socioeconomic status. Mark and Barb would be grateful for your heroic efforts on behalf of future generations of cancer patients. Be safe...love, Chris”
    $335.34
    Received this donation 91 days ago
    Bill Hoddy
    Bill
    “Chris, How can I begin to thank you for your generous sponsorship and donation. Because of you I reached my fundraising goal of $2,500. Now I’ve earned my super hero jersey who I am donating to James, the 8 year old boy who I’m riding for this year. In my opinion, these kids are the super hero’s not those of us who are healthy and can do the rides and fundraising. I love you very much.”
  • Deb Moreash
    “Ride, Bill, Ride!! Give cancer a FLAT TIRE so these kids can grow up and love bike riding as much as you do.”
    $207
    Received this donation 106 days ago
    Bill Hoddy
    Bill
    “Thank you so much Deb for sponsoring me again this year. You’re such a good friend. I want these kids to grow up loving cycling too. Hopefully cancer will be cured so they will have to find another cause to ride for. Looking forward to seeing you and Bob in September. Bill 😀😀”
  • James Kistner
    “Great job Bill. Happy to support you another year.”
    $207
    Received this donation 91 days ago
    Bill Hoddy
    Bill
    “Hi James, Thank you so much for your support for a third year. Thanks to you I exceeded my goal of $2,500 and so far have raised $3,400, my all time high. I earned my Hero jersey, and plan to donate it to James, the 8 year old boy I’m riding for. It’s so hard to hear what these young kids are going through medically, rather than living a normal kid life. Everyday I’m thankful for my health.”
  • Bob Sale
    “I am proud to call Bill my friend. His dedication to this great cause is inspiring & selfless. I am more than happy to help him raise $2,500 (or more) to help these children in need. Riding 400 miles in the hot Arizona weather is not for the faint hearted. But, he has the determination and motivation to make it happen. 13+ miles per day in September! Pedal away!”
    $124.20
    Received this donation 127 days ago
    Bill Hoddy
    Bill
    “Thank you so much Bob for sponsoring me for another year. I plan to keep riding in this event for many years to come even if I have to use an e-bike. I really appreciate your message of encouragement and your support of me over these past three years. You are right about the heat too. It's roughly 15 degrees hotter this year at the same time, than it was 2 years ago when I started riding in this event. I'll be in Pagosa Springs for one week in September which should help. I can always drive down to Tucson too, which is almost 10 degrees cooler than Phoenix. I'll manage again this year with a little more strategy. Take Care, Bill”
  • Jerry Hoddy
    “Great job, Bill !!! 👍😎”
    $124.20
    Received this donation 99 days ago
    Bill Hoddy
    Bill
    “Thank you so much Jerry for sponsoring my rides this month. I appreciate you and so do the children. Maybe I can drive up to Prescott one day this month and we can do a ride together. I’m leaving for Pagosa Springs CO on Saturday for a week of riding.”
  • Anonymous
    $124.20
    Received this donation 100 days ago
    Bill Hoddy
    Bill
    “Thanks Judy for sponsoring my rides this September. I appreciate you and so do the children.”
  • Anonymous
    $124.20
    Received this donation 71 days ago
  • Patrick Hoddy
    “Thank you Bill for your commitment to our youth in need and your relentless effort in helping stop such a cruel and horrible disease. Be safe! Love you Brother! Love Pat & Nancy”
    $124.20
    Received this donation 91 days ago
  • Bonnie Duda
    “Your effort is impressive.”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 121 days ago
    Bill Hoddy
    Bill
    “Hi Bonnie, Your support and sponsorship mean a lot to me. You are a great friend. Hope you are enjoying your summer away from Arizona. You can do some rides with me in September. Best, Bill”
  • Greg McCaffrey
    “Keep up the great work Bill!”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 100 days ago
    Bill Hoddy
    Bill
    “Hi Greg, Thank you so much for sponsoring my Children’s Cancer Research ride a third year. I really appreciate you and so do the children. Cheers, Bill”
  • Thomas Jordan
    “Great job Bill!”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 98 days ago
    Bill Hoddy
    Bill
    “Hi Thom, Thank you so very much for your generous donation and sponsoring my rides for a second year. Your generosity means a lot to me and the children I'm riding for. I hope all this research eventually ends childhood cancer and all cancer for that matter. Stay healthy and enjoy retirement. All The Best, Bill”
  • Debi Newcomb
    “Bill - Thank you for helping to make a difference to kick cancer’s butt!”
    $98
    Received this donation 88 days ago
  • Facebook Fundraiser Donation
    $77.02
    Received this donation 107 days ago
    Bill Hoddy
    Bill
    “Thank you Chris. Love you.”
  • Beth Redfield
    “So happy to support this worthy cause!”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 131 days ago
    Bill Hoddy
    Bill
    “Hi Beth, Thanks so much for sponsoring my ride for a third year. Your support means so much to me. These kids need our help to find cures for childhood cancer so they can live a normal life as a kid and not spend all their time undergoing surgeries and chemotherapy. I really appreciate you. Take Care”
  • Dayle Parks
    “Hi Bill. Chris was a good friend of mine at OHS! I heard she was a rock for your sister during her illness. (Sounds like Chris). Sure was hoping to see her at our 50 year class reunion. But she missed. Maybe now i know why. Peddle away Bill!”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 120 days ago
    Bill Hoddy
    Bill
    “Hi Dayle, What a small world that you know Chris from OHS. I'm missing my 50th reunion this Friday too because my wife and I will be out of town. I really appreciate you sponsoring my ride this September. These kids deserve to be living normal lives and not spending their time in hospitals. Thank you SOOO VERY MMUCH!”
  • Susanna Bradley
    $72.45
    Received this donation 127 days ago
    Bill Hoddy
    Bill
    “Hi Susanna. Thank you so very much for sponsoring my ride this September to help children with cancer. I appreciate you very much and so do the children. I'm curious as to know how you heard about this fundraiser. Was it from my cousin Mary Hoddy and here sharing on Facebook? Best Regards, Bill bjh85284@outlook.com”
  • Facebook Fundraiser Donation
    $66.82
    Received this donation 123 days ago
    Bill Hoddy
    Bill
    “Thank you so much for your generous donation. I really appreciate you and so do the children dealing with cancer at such young ages.”
  • mary.hoddy@wisc.edu
    “Pancreatic cancer took Barb way too early. I have friends who live a few houses from me whose seven-year-old son came down with cancer a year and a half ago. He’s still fighting at UW Children’s Hospital in Madison Wisconsin with the support of our entire community. Thank you, Bill, For supporting childhood cancer.”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 138 days ago
    Bill Hoddy
    Bill
    “Hi Mary, Thank you so very much for sponsoring my ride and for your donation. Yes, cancer took Barb way too soon, and sadly it’s taking children too before they even get a chance to live. I’ll pray for your neighbors son that he recovers from his cancer and lives a long, healthy, and happy life. Warm Regards, Bill”
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