KATIE MIHALENKO

10years All Star
KATIE MIHALENKO
I am riding 600 mi in memory of Lizzy. Please sponsor me and support my challenge to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
I've Ridden 157.2 mi My goal is 600 mi
My Rankings
  • National: N/A
  • State: N/A in NY
I've raised $0 My goal is $10,000 Donate Now

I'm Riding For

Lizzy

Lizzy

Lizzy was a bright and fun-loving gem with the most contagious laugh! In August of 2012 she passed away after a battle against brain cancer. This year, she would have celebrated her 23rd birthday. It has now been 14 years since I had to say goodbye to her. She was a fierce and fun young person, sharing smiles and the best giggles with the world.

My Story

1 Sep 2026

In 2012, my family had to say goodbye to Lizzy, my 9-year old niece, after a brave battle against brain cancer. This is my 10th year participating in the Great Cycle Challenge. This year my goal is to bike 600 miles and raise $10,000 towards conquering childhood cancer. Follow my story, sponsor me, donate to support research to find a cure, bike along with me, and/or share awareness. <3 Don't worry, be happy :)

My Legacy

Here's my personal impact over 10 years to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
  • 943 mi Ridden
    $2,148 Raised
    2017
  • 608 mi Ridden
    $862 Raised
    2018
  • 739 mi Ridden
    $1,836 Raised
    2019
  • 854 mi Ridden
    $2,255 Raised
    2020
  • 616 mi Ridden
    $5,895 Raised
    2021
  • 325 mi Ridden
    $6,097 Raised
    2022
  • 200 mi Ridden
    $7,516 Raised
    2023
  • 837 mi Ridden
    $8,106 Raised
    2024
  • 541 mi Ridden
    $8,748 Raised
    2025
  • 157 mi Ridden
    Raised
    2026
10years
5,819 mi
Ridden
$43,464
Raised

My Challenge

  • 17.7 mi ride - Day6 for Lizzy 💚💙 - Sunday, September 6, 2026
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  • 31.0 mi ride - Day5 for Lizzy 💚💙 - Saturday, September 5, 2026
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  • 31.2 mi ride - Day4 for Lizzy 💚💙 - Friday, September 4, 2026
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  • 25.4 mi ride - Day3 for Lizzy 💚💙 - Thursday, September 3, 2026
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    Logged this ride 3 days ago - View on Strava
  • 10.4 mi ride - Evening Ride - Wednesday, September 2, 2026
    Logged this ride 4 days ago - View on Strava
  • 10.7 mi ride - Day2 for Lizzy - Wednesday, September 2, 2026
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    Logged this ride 4 days ago - View on Strava
  • 30.9 mi ride - Day1 for Lizzy 💙💚 - Tuesday, September 1, 2026
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    Logged this ride 5 days ago - View on Strava
  • 1 Sep 2026

    Miss this girl and her infectious laughter each and every day <3

    Posted 5 days ago
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