Jim Neal

8years All Star
Jim Neal
I am riding 400 mi for Janet Neal. Please sponsor me and support my challenge to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
I've Ridden 663.4 mi to fight kids' cancer
My Rankings
  • National: 399th
  • State: 27th in IL
I've raised $3,115 to fight kids' cancer Donate Now

I'm Riding For

Janet Neal

Janet Neal

My wife has been fighting MGRS for over a year. The battle is endless and keeping our chins up is challenging. Janet has been a trouper. I’m proud of her strength and determination.

My Story

10 Aug 2024

This September, I am taking part in the Great Cycle Challenge to fight kids' cancer! My wife has been fighting MGRS for over a year. The battle is endless and keeping our chins up is challenging. Janet has been a trouper. I’m proud of her strength and determination. Knowing the struggle first hand, I want to dedicate my rides to my wife, Janet.

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

Here's my personal impact over 8 years to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
  • 893 mi Ridden
    $1,480 Raised
    2017
  • 502 mi Ridden
    $1,864 Raised
    2018
  • 789 mi Ridden
    $1,325 Raised
    2019
  • 906 mi Ridden
    $2,105 Raised
    2020
  • 627 mi Ridden
    $2,009 Raised
    2021
  • 1,154 mi Ridden
    $2,667 Raised
    2022
  • 1,426 mi Ridden
    $3,127 Raised
    2023
8years
6,960 mi
Ridden
$17,692
Raised

My Challenge

  • 20.5 mi ride - GCC 21 - Monday, October 14, 2024
    Logged this ride 2 days ago
  • 12.3 mi ride - GCC 21 - Saturday, October 12, 2024
    Logged this ride 4 days ago
  • 27.4 mi ride - GCC 20 - Saturday, October 12, 2024
    Logged this ride 4 days ago
  • 9.4 mi ride - GCC 19 - Saturday, October 5, 2024
    Logged this ride 11 days ago
  • 40.5 mi ride - GCC 18 - Friday, October 4, 2024
    Logged this ride 11 days ago
  • 57.4 mi ride - GCC 17 - Wednesday, October 2, 2024
    Logged this ride 14 days ago
  • 51.5 mi ride - GCC 16 - Saturday, September 28, 2024
    Logged this ride 18 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 21 days ago
  • 20.3 mi ride - Rode 20.25 mi on 09/24/24 - Tuesday, September 24, 2024
    Map
    Logged this ride 22 days ago
  • 38.8 mi ride - Afternoon Ride - Monday, September 23, 2024
    Map
    Logged this ride 23 days ago - View on Strava
  • 47.3 mi ride - Afternoon Ride - Sunday, September 15, 2024
    Map
    Logged this ride 31 days ago - View on Strava
  • 16.0 mi ride - GCC 12 - Friday, September 13, 2024

    From Home to Home

    Logged this ride 33 days ago
  • 47.6 mi ride - Winnetka GCC 11 - Thursday, September 12, 2024
    Map
    Logged this ride 34 days ago
  • 45.0 mi ride - GCC 10 - Wednesday, September 11, 2024
    Logged this ride 35 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 36 days ago
  • 25.0 mi ride - GCC 9 - Monday, September 9, 2024

    From Home to Home

    Logged this ride 36 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 37 days ago
  • 20.3 mi ride - GCC 8 - Sunday, September 8, 2024
    Logged this ride 38 days ago
  • 20.4 mi ride - GCC 7 - Saturday, September 7, 2024
    Logged this ride 38 days ago
  • 8.4 mi ride - GCC 6 - Saturday, September 7, 2024
    Logged this ride 38 days ago
  • 28.2 mi ride - GCC 5 - Friday, September 6, 2024

    From Home to Home

    Logged this ride 40 days ago
  • 39.5 mi ride - GCC 4 - Tuesday, September 3, 2024

    From Home to Home

    Logged this ride 41 days ago
  • 23.8 mi ride - GCC 3 - Tuesday, September 3, 2024
    Logged this ride 43 days ago
  • 37.7 mi ride - Afternoon Ride - Monday, September 2, 2024
    Map
    Logged this ride 44 days ago - View on Strava
  • $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 44 days ago
  • 26.2 mi ride - GCC 1 - Sunday, September 1, 2024
    Logged this ride 45 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 119 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!”
    $508.12
    Received this donation 35 days ago
    Jim Neal
    Jim
    “Thank you for your generosity! We appreciate you.”
  • Maura Hopkins
    “Jim, your rides through the years are so VERY impressive! And I can't imagine anything more perfect than dedicating your rides this year to Janet, who cares for so many others. Best wishes!”
    $274.28
    Received this donation 36 days ago
    Jim Neal
    Jim
    “Thanks so much, Maura! You’re very generous. I appreciate your support.”
  • Rebecca McCall
    “How many years is this now dad?!?? Really proud of you for continuing to fight childhood cancer and pushing your body to pedal all those miles for the cause year after year!! Love you!”
    $258.75
    Received this donation 36 days ago
    Jim Neal
    Jim
    “Thanks, Becky! I do appreciate your support.”
  • Andrew Heilig
    “Keep on truckin' Mr. Neal!”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 8 days ago
    Jim Neal
    Jim
    “Thanks so much, Andrew! I appreciate your generous support. Great to hear from you. I hope you’re doing well.”
  • Bruce Pagni
    $103.50
    Received this donation 22 days ago
    Jim Neal
    Jim
    “Thanks, Bruce! I appreciate your support so much. Hopefully a cancer cure will reward our efforts.”
  • Carmen Pearce
    “Thank you Jim & God bless you and your family.”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 21 days ago
    Jim Neal
    Jim
    “Thank you for your kind support, Carmen. I appreciate you.”
  • Carolyn Koivula
    $103.50
    Received this donation 44 days ago
    Jim Neal
    Jim
    “Thank you, Carolyn. Your support means so much.”
  • Jennifer Neal Brill
    “I am happy to donate to such a great cause. I recently found out that one of my students from last year has stage 4 lymphoma. She is 14. We need to fight to change these tragedies to happy endings!”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 37 days ago
    Jim Neal
    Jim
    “Thank you, Jennie. Your support is greatly valued.”
  • Salil Gandhi
    $103.50
    Received this donation 5 days ago
    Jim Neal
    Jim
    “Thanks so much, Salil! I appreciate your generous support. Great to hear from you. I hope you’re doing well.”
  • Sherry Sherrill
    “Inspiring us all!”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 21 days ago
    Jim Neal
    Jim
    “Thank you for your kind words, Sherry. Hopefully our efforts will bring a cure for kid’s cancer in our lifetime.”
  • Sue and Mike Bandman
    “Jim - Way to pedal for purpose and ride for a reason! You’re awesome!!”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 29 days ago
    Jim Neal
    Jim
    “Thanks so much for your help. Our part in curing kid’s cancer may be small. But many hands make light work.”
  • Tim Penich
    $103.50
    Received this donation 36 days ago
    Jim Neal
    Jim
    “Thank you, Tim. It’s so nice to see your name here. I hope you’re doing well and living your best life. I appreciate you.”
  • Marite Sierra
    “Jim, thank you for your dedication. I can’t think of anything more worthy. Cancer is a horrible and relentless disease, especially when it attacks a child. Good luck and stay strong! Marite”
    $77.63
    Received this donation 36 days ago
    Jim Neal
    Jim
    “Thank you so much, Marite. I appreciate your support.”
  • Douglas Schultze
    $72.45
    Received this donation 36 days ago
    Jim Neal
    Jim
    “Thanks, Doug. I wasn’t sure you were on FB so I sent you a text. Your support is special to me.”
  • Jay Stephen
    $72.45
    Received this donation 8 days ago
    Jim Neal
    Jim
    “Thanks so much, Jay! I appreciate your generous support.”
  • Joan Doubek
    “Go Jim go!”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 35 days ago
    Jim Neal
    Jim
    “Thanks so much, Joan. Glad we got the day right.”
  • John Hazners
    “Anyone who has two shirts should share with the one who has none - Luke 3:11 Keep up the ride, Jim.”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 4 days ago
    Jim Neal
    Jim
    “Thanks for your support, John! I appreciate you. When are we going for a beer?”
  • Mary Lou Bugge
    “So many miles over the years. Thank you for your hard work and support for such a worthy cause.”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 35 days ago
    Jim Neal
    Jim
    “Thank you, MaryLou! I appreciate it.”
  • Vicki Beitzel
    $72.45
    Received this donation 23 days ago
    Jim Neal
    Jim
    “Thanks so much for your support, Vicki!”
  • Gwen Aquino
    $51.75
    Received this donation 42 days ago
    Jim Neal
    Jim
    “Thanks so much for your support, Gwen!”
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