Jim Ellis
- National: 243rd
- State: 13th in MI
I'm Riding For
Denise Lynn Pavlic
Denise is the sister of a good friend of mine. Denise lost her battle with Leukemia when she was 8 1/2 years old. She is remembered and lives on through her sister.
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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637 mi Ridden$3,090 Raised2021
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758 mi Ridden$4,312 Raised2022
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704 mi Ridden$4,606 Raised2023
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558 mi Ridden$4,030 Raised2024
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365 mi Ridden$4,510 Raised2025
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495 mi Ridden$4,011 Raised2026
My Challenge
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September 26, 2026 - 20.5 miler
27 Sep 2026Rode 20.5 miles today. Great weather to ride for the kids. I am 5 miles away from my 500 mile goal. I’m still riding! I will ride at least a total of 600 miles by September 30. Thanks for all of your help and support!
Sincerely,
Jim
Posted 2 hours ago -
20.6 mi ride - 20.55mi Road Cycling - Saturday, September 26, 2026
Logged this ride 6 hours ago -
September 23, 2026 - 40 mile ride
25 Sep 2026Great 40 mile ride Wednesday with Rob Boboltz for the kids’ fighting cancer. Talked to a gentleman plowing his field to plant feed for his horses and got up close and personal with a praying mantis.
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42.6 mi ride - 42.59mi Road Cycling - Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Logged this ride 3 days ago -
18.3 mi ride - 18.28mi Road Cycling - Monday, September 21, 2026
Logged this ride 5 days ago -
September 19, 2026 -33 mile ride
20 Sep 2026Cool and rainy today on the 33 mile ride. Russell Rd. to Howard City and back. Not many critters out. They were staying dry and warm. Did meet some Highland Cattle near Pierson.
Critter Count:
2 chipmunk
2 rabbits
2 deer
Herd of Highland Cattle
Posted 7 days ago -
33.3 mi ride - 33.27mi Road Cycling - Saturday, September 19, 2026
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September 16, 2026 - 72 miles for the KIDS!
17 Sep 2026Got 72 miles in today . Out to Muskegon Hieghts and back on the Musketawa Trail. Great ride and great weather. Saw a green giant doing a head stand under a power line😁👍
Critter Count:
1 Brown Cat
I heard a rooster🐓🙂
I garter snake
3 chipmunks
7 horses
Posted 10 days ago -
72.1 mi ride - 72.11mi Road Cycling - Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Logged this ride 10 days ago -
September 14, 2026 - 52 Miler for the Kids👍
15 Sep 2026Great day for a ride. Started cooler than got warmer and more comfortable. Fall is on its way. White Pine Trail to Ann St. and up to Sand Lake and back home. Thanks to everyone for their generous support!
Critter Count
A few more critters today:
1 garter snake
1 black and white cat
1 gray cat
Multiple geese
1 blue heron
1 white egret
1 black squirrel
1 red squirrel
1 gray squirrel
2 chipmunks
Posted 12 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!”
$991.42Received this donation 17 days ago
Jim
“Thank you to all the donors that made match day possible. Your generosity is valued and appreciated. Thank you Great Cycle Challenge Staff for your continued support this year and every year! Sincerely, Jim”
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Mary Stoiber
“You are awesome Jim!”
$258.75Received this donation 4 days ago
Jim
“Hi Mary, Thank you so much for your generous donation! Thank you for all of your support and well wishes over the years that I have been riding. Your help will lead to break through treatments for kid’s fighting cancer today and in the future. I greatly appreciate your help. Best Wishes to you and your family! Sincerely, Jim”
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Cathy Ellis
“Love supporting you, Jim, in this worthy cause. So impressed with your 100 mile ride for the kids the other day. Keep it going!!”
$155.25Received this donation 18 days ago
Jim
“Thank you for all of the support you have been giving me while I ride this month. I appreciate all you do for me! Thank you. Love, Jim”
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James Ellis
“I started this year’s fundraising at the Ultimate Sports Show in Grand Rapids, Michigan, March 12-15. The wood carving group that I belong to, The Woodland Carvers have an exhibit room where we carve,sell, and promote woodcarving. Had a great time promoting wood carving and The Great Cycle Challenge and selling a few Christmas ornaments to Help Fight Kids’ Cancer! Thanks to all who donated! $127.00 dollars raised!😀”
$131.45Received this donation 62 days ago -
Deborah Glish
“Keep up the good work!”
$103.50Received this donation 17 days ago
Jim
“Thank you for your support Deborah! I appreciate your help. I will be off on a ride soon. Thank you for your generous donation. Sincerely, Jim”
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Anonymous
$103.50Received this donation 17 days ago
Jim
“Dear Friend, Thank you for your generous donation and your faith in me and the Great Cycle Challenge cause. You are helping to save young lives! Sincerely and Respectfully, Jim”
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Lori Lang
“Yay Jim. Ride safely!”
$103.50Received this donation 26 days ago
Jim
“Thank you Lori! Thank you for your support again this year! The four of us will have to ride sometime. I promise it won’t be too far. 😃”
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Anonymous
$103.50Received this donation 12 hours ago
Jim
“Dear Friends, Thank you so much for your generous donation! It was great to meet and talk with you. I checked out the Lowell Gravel Race. I might give it a try🙂🚴♂️. Thanks again for helping kids in the present and future to fight cancer. I hope we chat again in the future. Sincerely and Respectfully, Jim”
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Rick Wylie
$103.50Received this donation 14 days ago
Jim
“Rick, Thank you for your donation and support of my ride and the fundraiser again this year. I really appreciate and value your continued support. Thank you Rick. I hope to see you at the creek soon! Jim”
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Ron and Laurie Caniff
$103.50Received this donation 18 days ago
Jim
“Dear Ron and Laurie, Thank you for your support to help fight kids’ cancer. I value your support. It is my privilege and honor to ride in memory of Denise Lynn. Sincerely, Jim”
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Sherri Rozema
“Way to go, Jim!”
$103.50Received this donation 24 days ago
Jim
“Thank you Sherri and thank you for your support again this year. I value and appreciate it. You are helping make difference in young cancer patients lives. Best Wishes , Jim”
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Theresa Millin
“Go get ‘em, Jim!!!”
$103.50Received this donation 23 days ago
Jim
“Thank you Theresa! Thanks for your support again this year. Get to see you and Andy last night!”
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Tom & Val
“Keep on biking!”
$103.50Received this donation 17 days ago
Jim
“Thanks Tom and Val! Thank you for your donation and your support. Almost halfway to 500. I will get there soon. Best Wishes! Sincerely, Jim”
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Seth G Mason
“God Bless your efforts Jim🙏”
$100Received this donation 18 days ago
Jim
“Seth, Thank you for your donation to help fight kids’ cancer and for all of your support. I appreciate all of your help! Sincerely, Jim”
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J M
“Jim you are amazing!!!!”
$77.63Received this donation 17 days ago
Jim
“Thank you JM ! Your support over the years has been wonderful and appreciated! BB”
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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!”
$65.03Received this donation 3 days ago
Jim
“Thank you Great Cycle Challenge Supporters! Your efforts secured a second match day which is much appreciated. Thank you for your donation! Sincerely, Jim Ellis”
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Artisha & Kevin ORourke
“Way to go Jim love reading what you see on your rides especially the green giant holding up the wire lines😉Thank you for what you do - ride on neighbor‼️”
$51.75Received this donation 5 days ago
Jim
“Thank you so much Artisha and Kevin! I appreciate your support as I ride. Planning to ride 500 + . I’m always on the lookout for interesting things as I ride. Thanks for joining the team to Fight Kids’ Cancer. Your support will make a difference! Sincerely and Respectfully, Jim”
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Brianna Willard
“Keep riding ❤️”
$51.75Received this donation 10 days ago
Jim
“Hi Brianna! Thank you very much for your donation! I’m still riding, in fact, I was on a 72 mile ride to Muskegon Heights when your donation came through. Your donation will help doctors and scientists discover treatments for kids that are battling cancer. Thank you! Sincerely, Jim”
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Christy Lancaster Dykgraaf
“Ride on, Jim!! You're the best!”
$51.75Received this donation 18 days ago
Jim
“Christy, Thank you so much for your support and donation. Together we will help the kids fight cancer. Thank you for your help; I appreciate it! Sincerely, Jim”
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Constance Weitzel
“Dear Jim, Thanks for riding in memory of our sweet angel Denise Lynn 💖💖💖 and for childhood cancer research💜💜💜. You are such a blessing! Go Jim Go! 🚴♂️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Connie 💜”
$51.75Received this donation 18 days ago
Jim
“Thank you Connie. It is my honor and privilege to ride in memory of your sister Denise Lynn. Thank you for all of your support!”