Charlie Marcus

Charlie Marcus
I am riding 200 mi for my son, Aidan. Please sponsor me and support my challenge to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
I've Ridden 119.8 mi My goal is 200 mi
My Rankings
  • National: 454th
  • State: 33rd in IL
I've raised $2,433 to fight kids' cancer Donate Now

I'm Riding For

Aidan

My Story

20 Aug 2024

This September, I am taking part in the Great Cycle Challenge to fight kids' cancer! As the father of a son who was diagnosed with A.L.L. (acute lymphoblastic leukemia) at the precious age of 2, we lived the hellish battle of 3 1/2 years that he went through to save his life. We are so thankful he is healthy and well now, but WE CAN DO BETTER!

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.

Please support me by making a donation to give these kids the brighter futures they deserve.

Your support will change little lives.

Thank you.

My Challenge

  • 14.3 mi ride - Thursday, September 12, 2024
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    Logged this ride 2 hours ago
  • 20.6 mi ride - Wednesday, September 11, 2024
    Logged this ride 1 day ago
  • 28.4 mi ride - Sunday, September 8, 2024
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    Logged this ride 4 days ago
  • 15.1 mi ride - Thursday, September 5, 2024
    Logged this ride 7 days ago
  • 16.0 mi ride - Tuesday, September 3, 2024
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    Logged this ride 9 days ago
  • $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 10 days ago
  • 3.4 mi ride - Ride with Aidan! - Monday, September 2, 2024
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    Logged this ride 10 days ago
  • 22.0 mi ride - Sunday, September 1, 2024
    Logged this ride 11 days ago
  • $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 19 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 20 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 20 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 20 days ago
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My Sponsors

  • Mark Pusinelli
    $274.28
    Received this donation 20 days ago
  • Karen Janas
    “Cancer sucks! Even more so for kids! Please accept my donation for Aiden’s continued health, for your family’s strength, and for those who continue to fight this awful disease of cancer. God bless!”
    $207
    Received this donation 19 days ago
    Charlie Marcus
    Charlie
    “Karen, thank you SO MUCH for your donation!!! It means so much!”
  • Peter Timmer
    “Pedal like you hear banjos behind you.”
    $124.20
    Received this donation 8 days ago
  • Brianne Willix
    “Aidan is such an amazing kid (with phenomenal parents)! He’s outgoing, kind, compassionate, and gives the best hugs! Ride like the wind!”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 18 days ago
  • Garrett Plepel
    $103.50
    Received this donation 17 days ago
  • Jaclyn Szablewski
    “My son Aiden was new to Winfield primary last year and I believe is in Aidan’s class. You are a true hero Aidan!”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 20 days ago
    Charlie Marcus
    Charlie
    “Thank you SO MUCH Jaclyn! Yes, we do here about the "other Aiden!" :)”
  • Marcelo Alvarez
    “Thanks for doing this. You, Aidan, and the rest of your family are an inspiration to us all!”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 17 days ago
  • Michael Demkovich
    $103.50
    Received this donation 14 days ago
  • Facebook Fundraiser Donation
    $100
    Received this donation 15 days ago
  • Aaron Knighton
    $72.45
    Received this donation 8 days ago
  • The Beckers
    “You and your family are so inspiring.”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 8 days ago
  • Alanis Family
    “Best wishes for a great ride! Thanks for doing this for the kids. Your families perseverance and resilience is aspiring but hopefully something we can put an end to for future families. ❤️”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 20 days ago
    Charlie Marcus
    Charlie
    “Thank you so much for your support!!! It is so so appreciated!”
  • Allie Rodriguez
    $51.75
    Received this donation 22 days ago
  • Betsy Bennett Bennett
    $51.75
    Received this donation 17 days ago
  • Claudia LaFlash
    “❤️”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 10 days ago
  • Joslyn Almirall
    $51.75
    Received this donation 20 days ago
  • Lost Lagoon Tattoo
    “You’re a rock star!”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 20 days ago
    Charlie Marcus
    Charlie
    “THANK YOU GUYS! ❤️❤️”
  • Michael Kaffka
    $51.75
    Received this donation 8 days ago
  • Pudilovic & Turner family
    “Proud of you Charlie for taking on this challenge. Praying for all the kids impacted by pediatric cancer. We’re grateful to have been able to watch Aidan fight through the end of his treatment!”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 18 days ago
  • Susan Gavin
    “So grateful that Aidan is now healthy and strong! Wishing you well as you cycle to battle pediatric cancers. Way to go!”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 19 days ago
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