Dan Turner

Dan Turner
I am riding 200 mi to fight kids' cancer and save little lives. Please sponsor me to support my challenge!
I've Ridden 201.0 mi to fight kids' cancer
My Rankings
  • National: 2595th
  • State: 84th in NC
I've raised $787 to fight kids' cancer Donate Now

I'm Riding For

Coach Capps

Coach Capps

Coach Capps was a brother who lost a battle to cancer just over a year ago. He was kind enough to include me in the adventure of a lifetime in riding RAGBRAI (our journey to ride across Iowa, 504 miles, in one week) to raise money for a former student of his suffering from Non-Hodgekin's Lymphoma. Coach Capps positively changed many lives, including mine, before losing his life to cancer. It is an honor to ride in his memory to support the fight to elimine cancer in children.

My Story

19 Sep 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.

For the Month of September in honor of Coach Capps, I am riding to help those who suffer from childhood cancer. This is something Coach Capps was passionate about. Coach Capps was a brother and fellow teacher at Ragsdale High School who lost a battle to cancer just over a year ago. He was kind enough to include me in the adventure of a lifetime in riding RAGBRAI (our journey to ride across Iowa, 504 miles, in one week) to raise money for a former student of his suffering from Non-Hodgekin's Lymphoma. Coach Capps positively changed many lives, including mine, before losing his life to cancer. It is an honor to ride in his memory to support the fight to eliminate cancer in children.

So I am raising funds through my challenge in honor of Coach Capps 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

  • 18.7 mi ride - Finally 200 miles in September! - Sunday, September 29, 2024
    Logged this ride 86 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 86 days ago
  • 22.1 mi ride - Hurricane ride - windy and worked hard the whole way, but wanted to get a ride in to be closer... - Friday, September 27, 2024
    Logged this ride 88 days ago
  • 25.4 mi ride - Wednesday finishing in pouring down rain! - Wednesday, September 25, 2024
    Logged this ride 90 days ago
  • 21.4 mi ride - Ride with Brosnan - his first ride! - Monday, September 23, 2024
    Logged this ride 92 days ago
  • 9.1 mi ride - Mountain biking with Julie in the Bicentennial Trail - Sunday, September 22, 2024
    Logged this ride 93 days ago
  • 20.2 mi ride - Wednesday after school ride - Wednesday, September 18, 2024
    Logged this ride 97 days ago
  • 20.2 mi ride - Sunday Loop - Sunday, September 15, 2024
    Logged this ride 100 days ago
  • 20.1 mi ride - After School Easy Ride - Wednesday, September 11, 2024
    Logged this ride 104 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 106 days ago
  • 23.6 mi ride - Mooresville FONDO - Sunday, September 8, 2024
    Logged this ride 107 days ago
  • 20.1 mi ride - After School Ride - Tuesday, September 3, 2024
    Logged this ride 112 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 151 days ago

My Sponsors

  • Krystynia Lee D'Arville
    “So, SOOOOO proud of Brosnan joining forces with his Coach to help raise money for these kids. Congratulations to Dan for putting this together. Be safe all of you.”
    $207
    Received this donation 86 days ago
    Dan Turner
    Dan
    “Your son is a great kid. I have so enjoyed getting to know him. He is a strong rider and soon he will be bored riding with me as he learns how to ride faster. Your kindness and support is very appreciated in fighting Children's Cancer. Julie and I are looking forward to your next visit. Thank you!”
  • Johnston Family
    “Go, Dan! We support your goal to raise money to end childhood cancer and honor your late friend, Coach Capps.”
    $127.54
    Received this donation 106 days ago
    Dan Turner
    Dan
    “To the Johnston family, I am so thankful for each of you and so appreciate your support! It is such a blessing to be with your sister and in turn her amazing family. Thank you and sending love your way!”
  • Julie Nalesnik
    “Thank you for raising awareness and funds for critical research…Cheering for you! 🚴🏼‍♂️♥️”
    $127.31
    Received this donation 151 days ago
    Dan Turner
    Dan
    “Thank you for your support you amazing woman!”
  • Haynes Fam
    “Go Coach Dan & Brosnan!!!!!!! Way to make a difference 🎉”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 86 days ago
  • Tony Mielnik
    $35
    Received this donation 90 days ago
    Dan Turner
    Dan
    “Thank you so much brother Tony for your generosity! I and the kids dealing with Cancer appreciate it! Hope to see you soon across the poker table!”
  • Anonymous
    $23.23
    Received this donation 104 days ago
    Dan Turner
    Dan
    “I know who you are and thank you so much!!! I think it was the $23.23 that gave it away...to my West Coast buddy, much appreciated!”
  • Susan DeHart
    “Thank you, Dan, for riding in honor of our friend and co-worker, Richard Capps and to continue the fight against cancer.”
    $20.70
    Received this donation 87 days ago
    Dan Turner
    Dan
    “Thank you so much Susan. I have definitely spent a lot of time this month reflecting on Coach Capps and what he did for others. Hopefully each of us will make a difference! See you in school Monday! Have a great weekend.”
  • 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!”
    $19.49
    Received this donation 103 days ago
  • Anonymous
    “I admire you - thank you for raising awareness and funds!”
    $123.17
    Received this donation 85 days ago
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