Chris Brannen

2years
Chris Brannen
I am riding 800 miles in support of fighting for kids with cancer. Please sponsor me and support my challenge to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
I've Ridden 948.9 mi to fight kids' cancer
My Rankings
  • National: 898th
  • State: 60th in IL
I've raised $1,814 to fight kids' cancer Donate Now

I'm Riding For

Megan

My Story

27 Jul 2024

This September, I am taking part in the 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.

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

Your support will change little lives.

In 2021, I raised over $700 and completed over 700 miles in support of this challenge.

Thank you.

My Legacy

Here's my personal impact over 2 years to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
  • 740 mi Ridden
    $731 Raised
    2021
2years
1,689 mi
Ridden
$2,545
Raised

My Challenge

  • 6.0 mi ride - Germany - Hannover-Wasserstadt-Triathlon-19km(SD) - Wednesday, November 13, 2024
    Map
    Logged this ride 38 days ago - View on Strava
  • 26.0 mi ride - Eagle caves gravel ride - Monday, September 30, 2024
    Logged this ride 82 days ago
  • 79.0 mi ride - Sunday stroll - Sunday, September 29, 2024
    Logged this ride 83 days ago
  • 2.0 mi ride - Portland dinner slices - Saturday, September 28, 2024
    Logged this ride 84 days ago
  • 41.0 mi ride - Dixie Mountain gravel - Saturday, September 28, 2024
    Logged this ride 84 days ago
  • 3.0 mi ride - Portland dinner ride - Saturday, September 28, 2024
    Logged this ride 84 days ago
  • 11.0 mi ride - Zwift session before flying to Portland - Friday, September 27, 2024
    Logged this ride 85 days ago
  • 51.0 mi ride - Countryass roads loop - Wednesday, September 25, 2024
    Logged this ride 87 days ago
  • 37.0 mi ride - Fox River Trot - Monday, September 23, 2024
    Logged this ride 89 days ago
  • Just another 100 miles to reach my goal.
    22 Sep 2024

    Hi support crew,

    I have just about 100 more miles to ride before exceeding my goal of 800 miles this month of September as I've been raising funds and awareness for children’s cancer research.

    With just 7 days remaining until Sept 30th, I will confidently exceed my target goal of 800 miles.

    Thanks again to all of you who have supported me; and most importantly for your support of children and families as they may be struggling to overcome their own personal challenges in the fight against childhood cancers.

    Posted 90 days ago
  • 101.0 mi ride - Dekalb County Casey’s Tour - Saturday, September 21, 2024
    Logged this ride 91 days ago
  • 27.0 mi ride - Sluggish morning ride w/ 10mph headwind/crosswind - Friday, September 20, 2024
    Logged this ride 92 days ago
  • 13.0 mi ride - Zwift session - Wednesday, September 18, 2024
    Logged this ride 94 days ago
  • 67.0 mi ride - Out to Crystal Lake and back - Tuesday, September 17, 2024
    Logged this ride 95 days ago
  • 32.0 mi ride - Ride with Megan (Gillman Trail etc) - Monday, September 16, 2024
    Logged this ride 96 days ago
  • 57.0 mi ride - South to Oswego and back - Sunday, September 15, 2024
    Logged this ride 97 days ago
  • 52.0 mi ride - Combination of Zwift miles (31) and outside riding (21) - Friday, September 13, 2024
    Logged this ride 99 days ago
  • 10.0 mi ride - Dinner ride - Tuesday, September 10, 2024
    Logged this ride 102 days ago
  • Mileage update as of 9/10
    10 Sep 2024

    It’s been 10 days so far in September and I’m nearly 1/2 the way there on my mileage goal of 800 miles in the month of September. I’m feeling confident and optimistic that I’ll meet my goal. I have some business travel and family commitments off/on in the next 20 days remaining, but I’ll keep pedaling forward and strive to get to my goal! Thanks to all of the supporters and donors.

    Mileage update as of 9/10
    Posted 102 days ago
  • 60.0 mi ride - Ride into Indianapolis and back after a morning business meeting - Tuesday, September 10, 2024
    Logged this ride 102 days ago
  • 30.0 mi ride - Lunch ride - Monday, September 9, 2024
    Logged this ride 103 days ago
  • 20.0 mi ride - To the base of the highest point in Illinois - Sunday, September 8, 2024
    Logged this ride 104 days ago
  • 60.0 mi ride - Galena gravel goodness - Saturday, September 7, 2024
    Logged this ride 105 days ago
  • 10.0 mi ride - My son forget his lunchbox so I rode to school. - Friday, September 6, 2024
    Logged this ride 106 days ago
  • 24.0 mi ride - River Cruise w/ Megan - Thursday, September 5, 2024
    Logged this ride 107 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 108 days ago
  • 29.4 mi ride - Great Western Trail - Serenity Miles - Wednesday, September 4, 2024
    Logged this ride 108 days ago
  • 5.0 mi ride - Zwift - Feeling lazy today - Wednesday, September 4, 2024
    Logged this ride 108 days ago
  • 18.5 mi ride - Ride with Megan - Tuesday, September 3, 2024
    Logged this ride 109 days ago
  • 19.0 mi ride - Zwift while watching La Vuelta - Tuesday, September 3, 2024
    Logged this ride 109 days ago
  • 16.0 mi ride - Zwift ride - Monday, September 2, 2024
    Logged this ride 110 days ago
  • First ride completed
    2 Sep 2024

    Hello supporters, family and friends

    Yesterday 9/1 was the start of the Great Cycle Challenge fundraiser to raise money for research I the fight against kids’ cancers. Thank you to all of the generous donations that were made on day 1 in support of my goal to raise $800 (almost hit the goal within a few short hours yesterday) and there are still 29 days fundraising remaining before the challenge is completed on 9/30.

    Last night I got in 42 miles of gravel roads, country farm roads and pavement in the Oregon, IL area. It was a beautiful night under the stars and my rode was full of joy and gratitude knowing that I have received such tremendous loving support from donors. Thanks!

    Together we can.

    -Chris

    Posted 110 days ago
  • 42.0 mi ride - Dust at Dusk - Oregon, IL - Sunday, September 1, 2024
    Logged this ride 111 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 111 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 111 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 111 days ago

My Sponsors

  • Sherry Wolfe
    “Chris, I am so proud of you! I can’t think of a better reason to ride a bike 800 miles! Hopefully one day No one will have to suffer from this horrible disease Thanks to events like this and people like you, you Are my hero! Love you Mom”
    $136.62
    Received this donation 102 days ago
    Chris Brannen
    Chris
    “Thank you Mommy :)”
  • Barbara Cox
    “Thank you Chris! Mike and Barb”
    $124.20
    Received this donation 82 days ago
    Chris Brannen
    Chris
    “Hi Barb and Mike, thank you for your generous support! Today (9/30) is my final shot at logging more miles for my challenge. I'll end up having ridden 950 miles for the month of September in my effort to help raise funds for The Children’s Cancer Research Fund.”
  • Bruce Wolfe
    $124.20
    Received this donation 111 days ago
    Chris Brannen
    Chris
    “Bruce, thank you so very much!”
  • Melanie Linial
    “Let’s go Chris!!”
    $124.20
    Received this donation 111 days ago
    Chris Brannen
    Chris
    “You guys rock! Thx so much.”
  • Phil Hofstrand
    “Awesome dedication to the cause!”
    $124.20
    Received this donation 85 days ago
    Chris Brannen
    Chris
    “Thank you Phil! That's very generous of you. Really appreciate the support. I miss ya buddy.”
  • 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!”
    $114.65
    Received this donation 102 days ago
  • Anonymous
    $103.50
    Received this donation 110 days ago
    Chris Brannen
    Chris
    “Thank you for this support!”
  • Lloyd Brannen
    “I think one of the saddest things that I have ever seen are TV charity commercials showing little children afflicted with some form of cancer. I am proud of you and this cycling challenge for making an effort (800 miles!!) to help these children and am happy to donate. You can't be sad when riding a bike and even more so when riding to help someone.”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 110 days ago
    Chris Brannen
    Chris
    “Thanks! I agree with you and while I'm pedaling this month the top priority in mind is that I can only hope those families get some small comforts from generous donations like this.”
  • Steve Savage
    $103.50
    Received this donation 111 days ago
    Chris Brannen
    Chris
    “I greatly appreciate your support! Thx :)”
  • William Brannen
    “Listening to some bluegrass and wishing you luck. Love you guys.”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 108 days ago
    Chris Brannen
    Chris
    “Hey Gary, I'm gonna add some bluegrass to my playlist for my next ride! I enjoy the energy of that music :) thanks for the kind support and donation.”
  • Lisa Klein
    “So proud of you Chris! I remember your 2021 ride. Have fun and ride safe. Lisa”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 111 days ago
    Chris Brannen
    Chris
    “Lisa, thanks again for the support! You're so generous.”
  • Peter Luk
    $72.45
    Received this donation 102 days ago
    Chris Brannen
    Chris
    “Hi Peter thank you for your support! That is very thoughtful and kind of you!!”
  • scott thomas
    “Go Chris!!”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 109 days ago
    Chris Brannen
    Chris
    “Hi Scott, thank you for your support! Cycling these miles in the flatlands of Illinois is much different than riding in the hills of the Portland area.”
  • Wilhelm Lachnit
    “Ride…baby…ride!”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 100 days ago
    Chris Brannen
    Chris
    “Thanks!”
  • Brian Haldeman
    “Great cause, Chris! Get those miles in.”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 103 days ago
    Chris Brannen
    Chris
    “Thanks Brian! That's very cool of you. From a fellow cyclist to another…. Thx.”
  • Fred Williams
    $51.75
    Received this donation 95 days ago
    Chris Brannen
    Chris
    “Wow! Thanks Fred!! That is super nice of you. Thx.”
  • Gary and Ruth Larson
    “Great challenge! Sending our love and support.”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 111 days ago
    Chris Brannen
    Chris
    “You both do so much for little children and thanks for doing yet another nice thing! The kids miss you!!!”
  • Greta Laurine
    “Thank you for bringing awareness and support for a great cause!”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 111 days ago
    Chris Brannen
    Chris
    “Hi Greta and Jason, I hope your beautiful daughter is thriving and well! Thinking of her while I ride!”
  • James and Lori LePage
    “Go get it, bro!”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 111 days ago
    Chris Brannen
    Chris
    “Thank you Lori and James! You both are so thoughtful and kindhearted. I appreciate your support!”
  • Elnaz Zeynaloo
    $36.23
    Received this donation 111 days ago
    Chris Brannen
    Chris
    “Thank you Elnaz! This is so much appreciated.”
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