Justin Sanchez
- National: 1170th
- State: 59th in TX
I'm Riding For
Sandra Torres (Mom) - Cancer Survivor!
In September of 2009, I was diagnosed with Acinic Cell Carcinoma, a rare cancer of the salivary glands that originates from the parotid gland. I had a parotidectomy and radiation treatments once a day for six weeks, with my last week going twice a day. I had a third degree burn on my neck, could not speak, severe sore throat, lost taste buds, had a feeding tube, and often felt I could not push forward. It was an exceedingly tough time in my life, but I could not have gotten through it all without my family, especially my son Justin, who was my rock and pushed me not to give up. He helped me to know that I am stronger than I ever realized. While I did survive the rigorous treatments after surgery, I am still to this day battling repercussions from it. But I will take that any day than having to face the alternative. I do go back yearly for retesting because this type of cancer is known to resurface. So, days leading up to testing day are nerve-wracking for me because I always fear this will be the time, I am told it is back. However, here I am 14 years later and still in remission. While challenges continue long after cancer treatments have ended, I do not let the worry or fear of it steal my joy. I will continue to be strong and courageous for I am a Cancer Survivor!
My Story
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.
Thank you.
My Legacy
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84 mi Ridden$588 Raised2023
My Challenge
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18.8 mi ride - White Oak Bayou Greenway Trail - Tuesday, October 1, 2024
Logged this ride 34 days ago -
23.3 mi ride - White Oak Bayou Greenway Trail - Saturday, September 28, 2024
Logged this ride 37 days ago -
14.4 mi ride - GSI Conference - Wednesday, September 25, 2024
Logged this ride 41 days ago -
11.8 mi ride - White Oak Bayou Greenway Trail - Wednesday, September 18, 2024
Logged this ride 47 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 48 days ago -
10.7 mi ride - White Oak Bayou Greenway Trail - Sunday, September 15, 2024
Logged this ride 48 days ago -
22.5 mi ride - White Oak Bayou Greenway Trail - Monday, September 16, 2024
Logged this ride 48 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 49 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 49 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 55 days ago
My Sponsors
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GeoSpatial Innovations, Inc.
$517.50Received this donation 48 days agoJustin
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Nguyen & Associates Injury Law Firm
$517.50Received this donation 49 days agoJustin
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Jennifer Jacksis
$100Received this donation 55 days agoJustin
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Kick Cancer's Butt Day matched donation
$83.92Received this donation 54 days ago -
Daniela Saucedo
$72.45Received this donation 41 days ago -
Matthew Irvin
$72.45Received this donation 48 days agoJustin
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Odessa Sassen
$72.45Received this donation 40 days ago -
Jennifer Trevino
$51.75Received this donation 49 days agoJustin