Janet Banks

I am riding 50 mi in memory of my son Sean Strother and in honor of those impacted by cancer.. Please sponsor me and support my challenge to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.

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I've Ridden 47.6 mi My goal is 50 mi

My Rankings

National: 126th
State: 7th in OH
My Team: 1st

I've raised $5,554 to fight kids' cancer Donate Now

I'm Riding For

my son Sean Strother and in honor of those impacted by cancer.

My Story

2 Sep 2026

This September, I’m riding to end childhood cancer and save little lives.

Every year, more than 15,000 U.S. children are diagnosed with cancer – and 38 lose their lives each week. Despite medical progress, childhood cancer remains a heartbreaking challenge that demands urgent research and support.

My inspiration comes from my son, Sean Strother, who bravely battled Glioblastoma – a rare, aggressive, and incurable brain cancer – before passing 1,343 days ago. Today, on his birthday and Valentine’s Day, I’m launching my Great Cycle Challenge campaign in his honor.

During his treatment, Sean joined the BMC Software GCC team led by Cody Dean, who had also lost his father to brain cancer. Sean rode with purpose – to help children and bring hope to others. Cycling gave him strength, joy, and community, which he loved sharing with his daughters, Jada and Chloe.

To carry forward his legacy of kindness and courage, I’ll ride to support rare cancer research at University Hospitals Rainbow Babies & Children's Center for Pediatric Immunotherapy.

Join Our Community Ride:

Saturday, September 19, 2026

University Hospitals of Cleveland, 2065 Adelbert Road

Check-in 9:00 AM, Roll-out 10:00 AM

I will provide details for the ride later in the season.

Ride with us to honor Sean’s memory and the courage of all children fighting cancer. Every rider, donor, and message of support fuels lifesaving research and hope for families everywhere.

With gratitude and hope,

Janet – Sean’s Mom & GCC Champion

My Legacy

Here's my personal impact over 5 years to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.

64 mi Ridden

$6,109 Raised

2022
62 mi Ridden

$6,405 Raised

2023
76 mi Ridden

$7,031 Raised

2024
69 mi Ridden

$6,245 Raised

2025
48 mi Ridden

$5,554 Raised

2026

319 mi

Ridden

$31,344

Raised

My Challenge

14.1 mi ride - Ride in honor of cancer survivors - Sunday, September 27, 2026

Logged this ride 9 hours ago
$5,000 raised to fight kids' cancer!

I just hit $5,000 to fight kids' cancer! Thank you so much for your support.

Posted 4 days ago
6.2 mi ride - Saturday, September 19, 2026

Logged this ride 9 days ago
6.6 mi ride - Friday, September 11, 2026

Logged this ride 16 days ago
$2,500 raised to fight kids' cancer!

I just raised $2,500 to fight kids' cancer and achieved SUPERHERO LEVEL in the challenge! Thank you so much for your support.

Posted 18 days ago
$2,000 raised to fight kids' cancer!

I just raised $2,000 to fight kids' cancer and achieved LEGEND LEVEL in the challenge! Thank you so much for your support.

Posted 18 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 18 days ago
7.3 mi ride - Inaugural ride~ CLE Metroparks Lakefront Reservation! Beautiful! - Monday, August 31, 2026

Logged this ride 23 days ago
13.4 mi ride - Perfect ride along the Metroparks lakefront while enjoying the Air Show's aerial thrills! - Saturday, September 5, 2026

Logged this ride 23 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 223 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!”
$1,248.89
Received this donation 18 days ago

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Denise Gardner
$517.50
Received this donation 18 days ago

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Jaci Traver

“Janet - you are amazing!”
$517.50
Received this donation 18 days ago

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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!”
$260.12
Received this donation 4 days ago

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Christina McCallum

“Much love to Janet and the Strother Family! Will never forget Sean and his own incredible brave fight! Xoxo Love always, Chris”
$250
Received this donation 7 days ago

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The Cleveland (OH) Chapter of Chums, Inc.

“On behalf of the Cleveland (OH) Chums, Inc., please accept our donation in support of Janet Banks and Rochelle Bowman, five-year and four-year legacy riders, respectively, in recognition of their enthusiastic and unwavering participation in the Great Cycle Challenge. Supporting their efforts to fuel life-saving research for safer, more effective treatments for children with cancer aligns closely with the Chums’ Healthy 4 Me initiative, which focuses on improving the overall well-being of children, families, and communities. ~Chante Thomas, President Cleveland (OH) Chums, Inc.”
$150
Received this donation 40 days ago

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The Cleveland Chapter of Chums
$150
Received this donation 33 days ago

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Delphine Boyd

“I’m cheering for you Janet to make your goal! I know that you will because you always triumph! Your son would have been so proud of you as I am!!!!! Carry on in his name!”
$103.50
Received this donation 13 days ago

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Jennifer Fatica
$103.50
Received this donation 4 days ago

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Lynda Corea

“You rock Janet! Celebrate your son while you enjoy riding!”
$103.50
Received this donation 18 days ago

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Maureen Bihn

“Janet, you are the best. Maureen”
$103.50
Received this donation 4 days ago

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Rachel Reid

“Sending love and support as you ride in Sean’s honor and to support kids with cancer! ❤️”
$103.50
Received this donation 4 days ago

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REGINA STROTHER

“Go Team Sean!!!!”
$103.50
Received this donation 19 days ago

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Yasdet Maldonado
$103.50
Received this donation 18 days ago

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Ken Hart
$100
Received this donation 5 days ago

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Irene Crowell

“Janet I commend you for continuing this endeavor in memory of Sean to combat children’s cancer. Because of your bringing awareness to this much need research, many lives will be impacted. Keep up the good fight!!!! Ride on 🚴🏽 Your friend, Irene”
$51.75
Received this donation 5 days ago

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Lauren Brill

“Sending hugs!”
$51.75
Received this donation 16 days ago

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Maria Ortiz
$51.75
Received this donation 5 days ago

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Robin Griggs
$51.75
Received this donation 18 days ago

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Wanda Whitmore

“Pedal, Pedal in the name of Seanie Boy. Go, Janet! Love, Sean's Auntie Wanda”
$51.75
Received this donation 19 days ago

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