Karen Thorstenson

6years
Karen Thorstenson
I am riding 250 mi in memory of John Baker. Please sponsor me and support my challenge to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
I've Ridden 253.2 mi to fight kids' cancer
My Rankings
  • National: 1124th
  • State: 79th in IL
  • My Team: 15th
I've raised $1,527 to fight kids' cancer Donate Now

I'm Riding For

John Baker

John Baker

In memory of John Baker!

My Story

10 Sep 2024

This September, I am taking part in the Great Cycle Challenge to fight kids' cancer and I am riding to honor JOHN BAKER, who brought a smile to everyone & fought hard but lost his battle! Did you know that cancer is the biggest killer of children from disease in the United States? Over 15,700 children are diagnosed every year. Kids should be living life, not fighting for it. This is my 6th year fundraising for Children's Cancer Research Fund so they can continue their work to develop lifesaving treatments and find a cure for childhood cancer.

PLEASE COME BACK TO MY PAGE ON SEPTEMBER 10th when all donations are doubled by a fund benefactor. Thank you! Karen

My Legacy

Here's my personal impact over 6 years to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
  • 50 mi Ridden
    $525 Raised
    2019
  • 100 mi Ridden
    $1,039 Raised
    2020
  • 205 mi Ridden
    $1,563 Raised
    2021
  • 207 mi Ridden
    $1,332 Raised
    2022
  • 179 mi Ridden
    $1,982 Raised
    2023
6years
994 mi
Ridden
$7,968
Raised

My Challenge

  • 15.0 mi ride - Sunday Funday - Monday, September 30, 2024
    Logged this ride 86 days ago
  • 15.0 mi ride - Saturday sweat with friends - Saturday, September 28, 2024
    Logged this ride 88 days ago
  • 14.0 mi ride - Early Week - Wednesday, September 25, 2024
    Logged this ride 91 days ago
  • 24.0 mi ride - Weekend Fun - Sunday, September 22, 2024
    Logged this ride 94 days ago
  • 20.0 mi ride - Catchup Sun-Mon-Tues - Wednesday, September 18, 2024
    Logged this ride 98 days ago
  • 28.0 mi ride - Workout plus Indoor/outdoor - Monday, September 16, 2024
    Logged this ride 100 days ago
  • 9.0 mi ride - Outdoor Tour - Friday, September 13, 2024
    Logged this ride 103 days ago
  • 13.0 mi ride - Beautiful 9/11 tribute ride led by the amazing, Linda Lou - Thursday, September 12, 2024
    Logged this ride 104 days ago
  • 9.4 mi ride - Neighborhood ride - Wednesday, September 11, 2024
    Logged this ride 105 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 105 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 105 days ago
  • 22.0 mi ride - Monday 2-fer Funday - Monday, September 9, 2024
    Logged this ride 107 days ago
  • 41.0 mi ride - Weekend Indoor/Outdoor - Sunday, September 8, 2024
    Logged this ride 108 days ago
  • 15.0 mi ride - Ride Like The Wind with Sweat - Thursday, September 5, 2024
    Logged this ride 111 days ago
  • 15.8 mi ride - Labor Day Dust & Mom VIsit - Monday, September 2, 2024
    Logged this ride 114 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 114 days ago
  • 12.0 mi ride - Kicking off the dust - Sunday, September 1, 2024
    Logged this ride 115 days ago
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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!”
    $580.93
    Received this donation 104 days ago
    Karen Thorstenson
    Karen
    “Awesome, thanks so much!!”
  • Tom Hood
    “Thank you Karen for making the effort. I look forward to the day where cancer is a thing of the past.”
    $124.20
    Received this donation 105 days ago
    Karen Thorstenson
    Karen
    “Thank you Tom. I greatly appreciate your donation!”
  • Ira Dolin
    $103.50
    Received this donation 105 days ago
    Karen Thorstenson
    Karen
    “Thank you Ira. I always value your help!”
  • Linda Moran
    $72.45
    Received this donation 105 days ago
    Karen Thorstenson
    Karen
    “Thank you Linda. Praying for your hubby. Looking forward to you joining me next time!”
  • Terry stoyas
    “Happy to contribute to the amazing cause!”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 105 days ago
    Karen Thorstenson
    Karen
    “Thanks Terry. I appreciate you and your donation!”
  • A Weiss
    $51.75
    Received this donation 111 days ago
    Karen Thorstenson
    Karen
    “Thank you Anna! You are an inspiration!”
  • Becky Kotsinis
    “In memory of Brian Edwards, 1976-1990, my middle school buddy who lost his battle with leukemia.”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 110 days ago
    Karen Thorstenson
    Karen
    “Thank you Becky for your donation. Together we can hope we can make a difference!”
  • Dawn
    $51.75
    Received this donation 105 days ago
  • Kathryn Metcalf
    “Thank you Karen for working so hard for such a great cause.”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 105 days ago
    Karen Thorstenson
    Karen
    “Thank you for your donation, Kathy! Together, we can tackle this great cause!”
  • Kyle Thorstenson
    $51.75
    Received this donation 105 days ago
    Karen Thorstenson
    Karen
    “Thank you bubby. I greatly appreciate your support!”
  • Jerry and Shirley Laux
    $41.40
    Received this donation 105 days ago
  • Bill Zeck
    $36.23
    Received this donation 114 days ago
    Karen Thorstenson
    Karen
    “Thanks for your help, Bill. I appreciate your donation and encouragement!”
  • Catherine Usborne
    $36.23
    Received this donation 104 days ago
    Karen Thorstenson
    Karen
    “HI Cathy, Thank you so much for donation to the Great Cycle Challenge. Your kindness and support means a lot to me!”
  • Charlotte McLaughlin
    “GO Karen!!”
    $36.23
    Received this donation 105 days ago
    Karen Thorstenson
    Karen
    “Thank you Charlotte! I really appreciate your donation and support of my challenge!”
  • Quin
    $35
    Received this donation 105 days ago
    Karen Thorstenson
    Karen
    “Thank you Quin! I greatly appreciate you joining me in my challenge to fight to end children's cancer!”
  • Debbie Hernandez
    $25.88
    Received this donation 114 days ago
    Karen Thorstenson
    Karen
    “Thank you for your support, Debbie. I appreciate your encouragement and together, we can meet this challenge!”
  • jacqueline senger
    $25.88
    Received this donation 105 days ago
    Karen Thorstenson
    Karen
    “Hi Jackie, thank you for your support. I feel encouraged to work hard for the miles in addition to the fundraising goal, based on your dedication to health and goals achieved!”
  • Renee R.
    “Thanks for your efforts, Karen!”
    $25.88
    Received this donation 105 days ago
    Karen Thorstenson
    Karen
    “Thank you for your donation, Renee. Your support and encouragement means so much to me!”
  • Karen Thorstenson
    “Kicking things off with my own personal donation to fight kids' cancer!”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 114 days ago
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