Les Sacani

I am riding 300 mi in honor of Bella, who has represented all kids with cancer and what is possible when we support their Cause. Thank you, Bella!

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I've Ridden 503.9 mi to fight kids' cancer

My Rankings

National: 70th
State: 5th in NC

I've raised $7,938 My goal is $8,000 Donate Now

I'm Riding For

Bella

If you remember, a few years ago, we rode for Bella. Bella was only 5 years old when she was diagnosed with hepatoblastoma, a form of liver cancer, and underwent two liver transplants. Well, that was 9 years ago; this is Bella today (well, this is a 2 year old photo) thanks in part to people like us, but mostly because she is one strong kid with a stronger family! Bella has been so healthy, busy with "normal" 14 year old things -- being active outside, reading, playing piano, playing with friends, and being a fabulous sister. Bella had her yearly oncology check up and everything went well. This marks 8 years in remission 🙌👏 None of us is as strong as all of us, so let's join together and continue to help kids like Bella. There are thousands of kids like her; that’s who you’re helping! Please, every little bit counts. Thanks in advance, my friends.

My Story

25 Aug 2026

“ATTITUDE IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN AN ORDEAL & AN ADVENTURE." JERRY SENATORE

First, the great news - Bella, our guiding light over the last few years, is doing great today, thanks in large part to friends like you. But she represents the possibilities and hope for the over 15,700 children are diagnosed with cancer every year.

If you are receiving this e-mail then you recognize that quote from my friend Jerry, 9/11 first responder, whose legacy has helped us support the Cause before, while asking for nothing in return. I know he appreciates all you’ve done in the past to support his legacy & that of many others.

In September, I am riding in the Great Cycle Challenge to fight kids' cancer! Today, cancer is the biggest killer of children from disease in the US. 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!

Let's join together to help these kids & support Children's Cancer Research Fund, allowing them to continue their work to develop lifesaving treatments and find a cure for childhood cancer.

Please support me by making a donation. Your support will change little lives.

Thank you.

My Legacy

Here's my personal impact over 7 years to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.

538 mi Ridden

$4,718 Raised

2020
594 mi Ridden

$6,635 Raised

2021
402 mi Ridden

$6,419 Raised

2022
441 mi Ridden

$8,510 Raised

2023
412 mi Ridden

$8,139 Raised

2024
426 mi Ridden

$6,889 Raised

2025
504 mi Ridden

$7,938 Raised

2026

3,317 mi

Ridden

$49,248

Raised

My Challenge

35.0 mi ride - Tail of the Dragon 2900 ft of climb - Wednesday, September 30, 2026

Logged this ride 5 hours ago
39.0 mi ride - Franklin to Needmore 2861 ft of climbing - Monday, September 28, 2026

Logged this ride 2 days ago
20.0 mi ride - Wayah Road Mountains - Sunday, September 27, 2026

Logged this ride 4 days ago
31.0 mi ride - Trail - Thursday, September 24, 2026

Logged this ride 4 days ago
22.0 mi ride - Trail - Tuesday, September 22, 2026

Logged this ride 9 days ago
28.0 mi ride - Anniversary Ride 1400 ft of climb - Sunday, September 20, 2026

Logged this ride 10 days ago
13.0 mi ride - Indoor Spin - Saturday, September 19, 2026

Logged this ride 12 days ago
27.5 mi ride - Road - Friday, September 18, 2026

Logged this ride 13 days ago
25.0 mi ride - Trail Bike - Thursday, September 17, 2026

Logged this ride 14 days ago
31.0 mi ride - Trail - Monday, September 14, 2026

Logged this ride 16 days ago

My Sponsors

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!”
$1,615.60
Received this donation 21 days ago

Les
Barry Lucas

“Keep up the great work Les!!”
$518.54
Received this donation 22 days ago

Les

“Great friends don't exist for everyone but I am blessed to have you in my corner. Thank you, not only for always being a part of this Cause but for being the number one donor of all time! Your support is very real for the little kids who need it most! Thanks again, Barry and Jen, of course!”

Great friends don't exist for everyone but I am blessed to have you in my corner. Thank you, not only for always being a part of this Cause but for being the number one donor of all time! Your support is very real for the little kids who need it most! Thanks again, Barry and Jen, of course!
Andrew Fisher

“Les keep pushing!!”
$517.50
Received this donation 7 days ago

Les

“Fish - Great friends don't exist for everyone but I am blessed to have you in my corner. Thank you, not only for always being a part of this Cause but for being such a great person & friend to me! Your support is very real for the little kids who need it most! Thanks again, my friend.”

Fish - Great friends don't exist for everyone but I am blessed to have you in my corner. Thank you, not only for always being a part of this Cause but for being such a great person & friend to me! Your support is very real for the little kids who need it most! Thanks again, my friend.
John Mahoney

“Ride on.”
$517.50
Received this donation 5 hours ago

Les

““Great friends don't exist for everyone but I am blessed to have you in my corner. Thank you, not only for always being a part of this Cause but for being such a genuine & meaningful person. Your support is very real for the little kids who need it most! Thanks again, John.”

“Great friends don't exist for everyone but I am blessed to have you in my corner. Thank you, not only for always being a part of this Cause but for being such a genuine & meaningful person. Your support is very real for the little kids who need it most! Thanks again, John.
Matched Day Matching 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 fight kids' cancer!”
$390.17
Received this donation 7 days ago

Les
David and Marilyn Templin

“Les, Thanks.”
$310.50
Received this donation 14 hours ago

Les

“Thank you, my friends, Dave & Marilyn. This may look a little familiar but I'm fortunate that I can still ride 😅 and old enough to understand how important everlasting friendships are. And also understand that it's your support that makes the difference with all of the kids that Bella represents! Much love to you both!”

Thank you, my friends, Dave & Marilyn. This may look a little familiar but I'm fortunate that I can still ride 😅 and old enough to understand how important everlasting friendships are. And also understand that it's your support that makes the difference with all of the kids that Bella represents! Much love to you both!
Annette & Bill Austin
$258.75
Received this donation 22 days ago

Les

“I think it was George Burns who said, "Happiness is having a large, loving, caring, close-knit family in another city.” I thought that was a little funny but also, kinda true of our family! Thank you so, so much for being such a big part of our family. And thanks for being part of this Cause. Little Bella represents thousands of kids; this is part of that! ❤️”

I think it was George Burns who said, "Happiness is having a large, loving, caring, close-knit family in another city.” I thought that was a little funny but also, kinda true of our family! Thank you so, so much for being such a big part of our family. And thanks for being part of this Cause. Little Bella represents thousands of kids; this is part of that! ❤️
Christine Sacani

“My big brother continues to inspire. Go Les!! And thank you.”
$258.75
Received this donation 21 days ago

Les

“am sending the same thank you to MY family! I think it was George Burns who said, "Happiness is having a large, loving, caring, close-knit family in another city.” I thought that was a little funny but also, kinda true of our family! Thank you so, so much for being such a big part of our family. And thanks for being part of this Cause. Little Bella represents thousands of kids; this is part of that! ❤️”

am sending the same thank you to MY family! I think it was George Burns who said, "Happiness is having a large, loving, caring, close-knit family in another city.” I thought that was a little funny but also, kinda true of our family! Thank you so, so much for being such a big part of our family. And thanks for being part of this Cause. Little Bella represents thousands of kids; this is part of that! ❤️
Anonymous

“Wonderful effort, and we are glad to sponsor your 300 miles. Smiles, Debbie and Mark”
$258.75
Received this donation 28 days ago

Les

“What a beautiful reminder of how fortunate I have been to have crossed paths with you both. I'm sure you support other important charities and it's for all the right reasons; it's not for us, it's for them. Thank you both; I hope our paths cross again soon.”

What a beautiful reminder of how fortunate I have been to have crossed paths with you both. I'm sure you support other important charities and it's for all the right reasons; it's not for us, it's for them. Thank you both; I hope our paths cross again soon.
Scott Arnel
$258.75
Received this donation 25 days ago

Les

“To my longest tenured friend, thank you for always being a part of this Cause. Few people are fortunate to have a friend for their entire lives; we are both part of that group! Hope to wet a line soon!”

To my longest tenured friend, thank you for always being a part of this Cause. Few people are fortunate to have a friend for their entire lives; we are both part of that group! Hope to wet a line soon!
Joe Scimone
$207
Received this donation 25 days ago

Les

“Joe and of course, Judith - many thanks to you for supporting this Cause. I think Bella's story represents many others that this one does have an impact. Also, I'm so glad we got to "reconnect" this year. Hanging with you guys at the wedding, and then at one of the greatest BD parties ever! I am very fortunate to have such great friends! Thanks again.”

Joe and of course, Judith - many thanks to you for supporting this Cause. I think Bella's story represents many others that this one does have an impact. Also, I'm so glad we got to "reconnect" this year. Hanging with you guys at the wedding, and then at one of the greatest BD parties ever! I am very fortunate to have such great friends! Thanks again.
Aaron Usher

“Thank you, Les, for all you do for childhood cancer! You're an inspiration to us all.”
$103.50
Received this donation 21 days ago

Les

“Sam & Lynn - I feel very fortunate that I can still ride 😂 and to do it for everything that Bella represents is certainly gratifying. But, without this group of friends, I'm just riding so thank you so, so much for everything you've done to make it all possible, especially beyond this ride!””

Sam & Lynn - I feel very fortunate that I can still ride 😂 and to do it for everything that Bella represents is certainly gratifying. But, without this group of friends, I'm just riding so thank you so, so much for everything you've done to make it all possible, especially beyond this ride!”
Adele

“Two wheels, endless possibilities! Another year, another ride..go Les!!”
$103.50
Received this donation 22 days ago

Les

“I am sending the same thank you to MY family! I think it was George Burns who said, "Happiness is having a large, loving, caring, close-knit family in another city.” I thought that was a little funny but also, kinda true of our family! Thank you so, so much for being such a big part of our family. And thanks for being part of this Cause. Little Bella represents thousands of kids; this is part of that! ❤️””

I am sending the same thank you to MY family! I think it was George Burns who said, "Happiness is having a large, loving, caring, close-knit family in another city.” I thought that was a little funny but also, kinda true of our family! Thank you so, so much for being such a big part of our family. And thanks for being part of this Cause. Little Bella represents thousands of kids; this is part of that! ❤️”
Alan Augustine

“Another year of riding for a great cause! Keep rolling!!!”
$103.50
Received this donation 7 days ago

Les

“Thank you, my friend. I'm fortunate that I can still ride 😅 and old enough to understand how important everlasting friendships are. And also understand that it's your support that makes the difference with these kids! Thank you again for your friendship and support.”

Thank you, my friend. I'm fortunate that I can still ride 😅 and old enough to understand how important everlasting friendships are. And also understand that it's your support that makes the difference with these kids! Thank you again for your friendship and support.
Amy Brooks

“Thank you for riding for a good cause Les! You make a difference!”
$103.50
Received this donation 28 days ago

Les

“Thank you, my friend. I'm fortunate that I can still ride 😅 and old enough to understand how important everlasting friendships are. And also understand that it's your support that makes the difference! Stay well and in touch!”

Thank you, my friend. I'm fortunate that I can still ride 😅 and old enough to understand how important everlasting friendships are. And also understand that it's your support that makes the difference! Stay well and in touch!
Andy Co
$103.50
Received this donation 1 day ago

Les

“Thank you, Andy. Being a humble supporter of those in need is a great characteristic of the best people.”

Thank you, Andy. Being a humble supporter of those in need is a great characteristic of the best people.
Donna Armata
$103.50
Received this donation 32 days ago

Les

“Hi Donna - thank you so, so much for your long time friendship and support. I know you're a Giver to many so I always feel humbled by your continued support of this Cause. And me! Hope you are doing well and we can cross paths again soon.”

Hi Donna - thank you so, so much for your long time friendship and support. I know you're a Giver to many so I always feel humbled by your continued support of this Cause. And me! Hope you are doing well and we can cross paths again soon.
Ed Sanabria

“Ride on my friend, ride on. You are one of the good guys in this world.”
$103.50
Received this donation 27 days ago

Les

“Coming from one of the other good guys in this world, that means a lot. I probably should have recruited you again but life is a little more hectic than anticipated! Thank you so, so much for being a part of this again. I'm very fortunate and I know it. Hope to see you soon.”

Coming from one of the other good guys in this world, that means a lot. I probably should have recruited you again but life is a little more hectic than anticipated! Thank you so, so much for being a part of this again. I'm very fortunate and I know it. Hope to see you soon.
Green Van
$103.50
Received this donation 22 days ago

Les

“Thank you, my friend, for always being a part of this Cause. I'm fortunate that I can still ride 😅 and old enough to understand how important everlasting friendships are. And also understand that it's your support that makes the difference with these kids! Stay well and enjoy your ride as well. Your Green Van Supporter!”

Thank you, my friend, for always being a part of this Cause. I'm fortunate that I can still ride 😅 and old enough to understand how important everlasting friendships are. And also understand that it's your support that makes the difference with these kids! Stay well and enjoy your ride as well. Your Green Van Supporter!
Hazelle Recasas

“Great work, my friend!”
$103.50
Received this donation 26 days ago

Les

“Thank you, my friend. This may look a little familiar but I'm fortunate that I can still ride 😅 and old enough to understand how important everlasting friendships are. And also understand that it's your support that makes the difference with these kids! Stay well and in touch!”

Thank you, my friend. This may look a little familiar but I'm fortunate that I can still ride 😅 and old enough to understand how important everlasting friendships are. And also understand that it's your support that makes the difference with these kids! Stay well and in touch!