Karen Thorstenson
I am riding 250 mi in memory of John Baker. Please sponsor me and support my challenge to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
I've Ridden
253.2 mi
to fight kids' cancer
My Rankings
- National: 1123rd
- State: 79th in IL
- My Team: 15th
I'm Riding For
John Baker
In memory of John Baker!
My Story
10 Sep 2024
This September, I am taking part in the Great Cycle Challenge to fight kids' cancer and I am riding to honor JOHN BAKER, who brought a smile to everyone & fought hard but lost his battle! Did you know that cancer is the biggest killer of children from disease in the United States? Over 15,700 children are diagnosed every year. Kids should be living life, not fighting for it. This is my 6th year fundraising for Children's Cancer Research Fund so they can continue their work to develop lifesaving treatments and find a cure for childhood cancer.
PLEASE COME BACK TO MY PAGE ON SEPTEMBER 10th when all donations are doubled by a fund benefactor. Thank you! Karen
My Legacy
Here's my personal impact over 6 years to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
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50 mi Ridden$525 Raised2019
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100 mi Ridden$1,039 Raised2020
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205 mi Ridden$1,563 Raised2021
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207 mi Ridden$1,332 Raised2022
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179 mi Ridden$1,982 Raised2023
994 mi
Ridden
$7,968
Raised
My Challenge
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15.0 mi ride - Sunday Funday - Monday, September 30, 2024
Logged this ride 52 days ago -
15.0 mi ride - Saturday sweat with friends - Saturday, September 28, 2024
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14.0 mi ride - Early Week - Wednesday, September 25, 2024
Logged this ride 57 days ago -
24.0 mi ride - Weekend Fun - Sunday, September 22, 2024
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20.0 mi ride - Catchup Sun-Mon-Tues - Wednesday, September 18, 2024
Logged this ride 64 days ago -
28.0 mi ride - Workout plus Indoor/outdoor - Monday, September 16, 2024
Logged this ride 66 days ago -
9.0 mi ride - Outdoor Tour - Friday, September 13, 2024
Logged this ride 69 days ago -
13.0 mi ride - Beautiful 9/11 tribute ride led by the amazing, Linda Lou - Thursday, September 12, 2024
Logged this ride 70 days ago -
9.4 mi ride - Neighborhood ride - Wednesday, September 11, 2024
Logged this ride 71 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 72 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 72 days ago -
22.0 mi ride - Monday 2-fer Funday - Monday, September 9, 2024
Logged this ride 73 days ago -
41.0 mi ride - Weekend Indoor/Outdoor - Sunday, September 8, 2024
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15.0 mi ride - Ride Like The Wind with Sweat - Thursday, September 5, 2024
Logged this ride 77 days ago -
15.8 mi ride - Labor Day Dust & Mom VIsit - Monday, September 2, 2024
Logged this ride 80 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 81 days ago -
12.0 mi ride - Kicking off the dust - Sunday, September 1, 2024
Logged this ride 81 days ago
My Sponsors
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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!”
$580.93Received this donation 71 days ago
Karen
“Awesome, thanks so much!!”
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Tom Hood
“Thank you Karen for making the effort. I look forward to the day where cancer is a thing of the past.”
$124.20Received this donation 72 days ago
Karen
“Thank you Tom. I greatly appreciate your donation!”
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Ira Dolin
$103.50Received this donation 72 days ago
Karen
“Thank you Ira. I always value your help!”
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Linda Moran
$72.45Received this donation 72 days ago
Karen
“Thank you Linda. Praying for your hubby. Looking forward to you joining me next time!”
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Terry stoyas
“Happy to contribute to the amazing cause!”
$72.45Received this donation 72 days ago
Karen
“Thanks Terry. I appreciate you and your donation!”
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A Weiss
$51.75Received this donation 78 days ago
Karen
“Thank you Anna! You are an inspiration!”
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Becky Kotsinis
“In memory of Brian Edwards, 1976-1990, my middle school buddy who lost his battle with leukemia.”
$51.75Received this donation 77 days ago
Karen
“Thank you Becky for your donation. Together we can hope we can make a difference!”
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Dawn
$51.75Received this donation 71 days ago -
Kathryn Metcalf
“Thank you Karen for working so hard for such a great cause.”
$51.75Received this donation 72 days ago
Karen
“Thank you for your donation, Kathy! Together, we can tackle this great cause!”
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Kyle Thorstenson
$51.75Received this donation 72 days ago
Karen
“Thank you bubby. I greatly appreciate your support!”
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Jerry and Shirley Laux
$41.40Received this donation 71 days ago -
Bill Zeck
$36.23Received this donation 81 days ago
Karen
“Thanks for your help, Bill. I appreciate your donation and encouragement!”
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Catherine Usborne
$36.23Received this donation 71 days ago
Karen
“HI Cathy, Thank you so much for donation to the Great Cycle Challenge. Your kindness and support means a lot to me!”
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Charlotte McLaughlin
“GO Karen!!”
$36.23Received this donation 72 days ago
Karen
“Thank you Charlotte! I really appreciate your donation and support of my challenge!”
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Quin
$35Received this donation 72 days ago
Karen
“Thank you Quin! I greatly appreciate you joining me in my challenge to fight to end children's cancer!”
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Debbie Hernandez
$25.88Received this donation 81 days ago
Karen
“Thank you for your support, Debbie. I appreciate your encouragement and together, we can meet this challenge!”
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jacqueline senger
$25.88Received this donation 72 days ago
Karen
“Hi Jackie, thank you for your support. I feel encouraged to work hard for the miles in addition to the fundraising goal, based on your dedication to health and goals achieved!”
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Renee R.
“Thanks for your efforts, Karen!”
$25.88Received this donation 71 days ago
Karen
“Thank you for your donation, Renee. Your support and encouragement means so much to me!”
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Karen Thorstenson
“Kicking things off with my own personal donation to fight kids' cancer!”
$51.75Received this donation 81 days ago