Robert Gross

4years
Robert Gross
I am riding 300 mi to fight kids' cancer and save little lives. Please sponsor me to support my challenge!
I've Ridden 515.3 mi to fight kids' cancer
My Rankings
  • National: 345th
  • State: 10th in OH
I've raised $3,321 to fight kids' cancer Donate Now

My Story

25 Jul 2024

This September, I am taking part in the Great Cycle Challenge to fight kids' cancer! This year will be my fourth year participating and raising funds.

Ironically my first-year riding in 2021, I signed up for this challenge and then about 6 weeks prior to the start, I myself was unexpectedly diagnosed with lymphoma. It was incredibly difficult to finish this as I was being treated, but I carried on thinking of how strong I needed to be and how much stronger the kids are that this ride represents. I will always ride as this means so much more to me now.

Cancer is a very ugly disease for anyone, but truly heartbreaking when thinking that it happens to innocent children who do not deserve this. I know now firsthand how difficult this really is.

Kids should be living life, not fighting for it.

Please support me by making a donation to give these kids the brighter futures they deserve.

Your support will change little lives to support lifesaving treatments and cures through Children's Cancer Research Fund.

Thank you.

My Legacy

Here's my personal impact over 4 years to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
  • 64 mi Ridden
    $515 Raised
    2021
  • 235 mi Ridden
    $749 Raised
    2022
  • 342 mi Ridden
    $1,825 Raised
    2023
4years
1,157 mi
Ridden
$6,410
Raised

My Challenge

  • Thank You! - Challenge Wrap Up
    1 Oct 2024

    Hello everyone! Today is the final day of The Great Cycle Challenge for 2024. I really appreciate the support and generosity from each and every one of you for this very successful year and continued support over the years. I certainly hope I can count on all of you for years to come. Together we have made a great difference for young lives and I am very honored to have everyone stand with me as the challenge comes to a close. This year’s challenge by far exceeded my expectations and looking back on the last four years has just blown me away thinking about what we’re doing together.

    Together we raised $3321 and that motivated me to far exceed my mileage goal finishing at 515 miles for the month. Each year we have done better and it is all thanks to all of you! We really are making an impact for the future of Childhood Cancer research and treatments for the children and families that face this very scary diagnosis.

    Once again thank you all so much for your support for this cause! I will ride each September to honor Children’s Cancer and Blood Cancer Awareness. I am so grateful to have all of you join me for this year after year. Words cannot truly express how much that means to me!

    Thank you all so much!

    rob

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    Thank You! - Challenge Wrap Up
    Posted 15 days ago
  • 12.5 mi ride - Day 30 - Monday, September 30, 2024
    Logged this ride 16 days ago
  • 21.7 mi ride - Day 29 - Sunday, September 29, 2024
    Logged this ride 17 days ago
  • 16.1 mi ride - Day 28 - Saturday, September 28, 2024
    Logged this ride 18 days ago
  • 8.1 mi ride - Day 27 - Friday, September 27, 2024
    Logged this ride 19 days ago
  • 9.4 mi ride - Day 26 - Thursday, September 26, 2024
    Logged this ride 20 days ago
  • 26.3 mi ride - Day 25 - Wednesday, September 25, 2024
    Logged this ride 21 days ago
  • 10.2 mi ride - Day 24 - Tuesday, September 24, 2024
    Logged this ride 22 days ago
  • 32.5 mi ride - Day 23 - Monday, September 23, 2024
    Logged this ride 23 days ago
  • 25.6 mi ride - Day 22 - Sunday, September 22, 2024
    Logged this ride 24 days ago
  • 26.3 mi ride - Day 21 - Saturday, September 21, 2024
    Logged this ride 25 days ago
  • 2.5 mi ride - Day 20 - Friday, September 20, 2024
    Logged this ride 26 days ago
  • 9.2 mi ride - Day 19 - Thursday, September 19, 2024
    Logged this ride 27 days ago
  • Mileage Goal Achieved
    19 Sep 2024

    Today’s ride has put me over my mileage goal! Once again appreciate everyone on this mission and I’ll keep riding the remainder of the month to celebrate the success of this year and all the four years combined! I’m very proud of what we were able to accomplish together!

    Thank you all!

    rob

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    Posted 27 days ago
  • 20.2 mi ride - Day 18 - Goal Met - Wednesday, September 18, 2024
    Logged this ride 28 days ago
  • 30.3 mi ride - Day 17 - Tuesday, September 17, 2024
    Logged this ride 29 days ago
  • 20.1 mi ride - Day 16 - Monday, September 16, 2024
    Logged this ride 30 days ago
  • 27.1 mi ride - Day 15 - Sunday, September 15, 2024
    Logged this ride 31 days ago
  • 21.1 mi ride - Day 14 - Saturday, September 14, 2024
    Logged this ride 32 days ago
  • 8.4 mi ride - Day 13 - Friday, September 13, 2024
    Logged this ride 33 days ago
  • 8.2 mi ride - Day 12 - Thursday, September 12, 2024
    Logged this ride 34 days ago
  • 20.1 mi ride - Day 11 - Wednesday, September 11, 2024
    Logged this ride 35 days ago
  • Kick Cancer’s Butt Day Thank You
    11 Sep 2024

    To everyone - I sincerely appreciate everyone’s support with a donation on this special day, prior days, and hopefully days to come. I am overwhelmed by all of your generosity as each year we continue to grow our portion of the money we raise for this cause. Plain and simple, this is successful because of all of you! This year is my fourth in this challenge and has been the best to date. We welcomed several new supporters and many continued supporters. As a result we have far surpassed our goal and exceeded my expectations by so much! I can’t wait to see the final result of funds and the matching donations!

    It seems now I have my work cut out for me to reach the mileage goal set. I will continue my personal challenge of daily riding as long as I can and should have this 300 mile goal met soon. Support from everyone here has me inspired to far exceed the 300 miles, and I will do my best for all of you! While I’m riding I will be smiling as I reflect on what we’re doing together and thinking of each of you as I have special memories and moments with all of you.

    I will also think about and never forget what I went through as an adult with 6 rounds of hard chemotherapy. As a relatively healthy adult it was not easy to handle. The children we are supporting go through the same treatments as adults and it must be so difficult for their smaller bodies to absorb. That is just heartbreaking to imagine and I believe that we are making a difference for the kids and their families that have to confront this disease.

    I will continue to ride each September in this challenge to recognize and honor both Children’s Cancer and Blood Cancer Awareness month! I hope to have your continued support and watch this grow for years to come, together!

    Thank you all sincerely from the bottom of my heart!

    rob

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    Posted 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
  • $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 36 days ago
  • 20.6 mi ride - Day 10 Kick Cancer’s Butt Day - Tuesday, September 10, 2024
    Logged this ride 36 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 37 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 37 days ago
  • 20.2 mi ride - Day 9 - Monday, September 9, 2024
    Logged this ride 37 days ago
  • Kick Cancer’s Butt Day
    9 Sep 2024

    Tuesday September 10 is Kick Cancer’s Butt Day! Your donation will be doubled! Thank you to the sponsors that have made this happen again!

    For some of you that know me know that I have a ride streak I’m working on for consecutive days ridden outdoors (including snowy winter days). Tuesday will be my 400th day and what a great way to celebrate with double donations! Tuesday is also my 19th anniversary with my wife and yet again another great way to celebrate! I’m very excited for Tuesday and cannot wait to see what happens!

    Thank you all!

    Posted 37 days ago
  • 6.0 mi ride - Ride 8 - Sunday, September 8, 2024
    Logged this ride 38 days ago
  • 9.0 mi ride - Ride 7 - Saturday, September 7, 2024
    Logged this ride 39 days ago
  • 8.5 mi ride - Ride 6 - Friday, September 6, 2024
    Logged this ride 40 days ago
  • 26.3 mi ride - Day 5 - Thursday, September 5, 2024
    Logged this ride 41 days ago
  • 8.5 mi ride - Ride 4 - Wednesday, September 4, 2024
    Logged this ride 42 days ago
  • 18.0 mi ride - Day 3 - Tuesday, September 3, 2024
    Logged this ride 43 days ago
  • 16.2 mi ride - Day 2 - Monday, September 2, 2024
    Logged this ride 44 days ago
  • 26.0 mi ride - Ride 1 - Sunday, September 1, 2024
    Logged this ride 45 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!”
    $1,298.05
    Received this donation 35 days ago
    Robert Gross
    Robert
    “Thank you for matching folks donations on this special day! Everyone appreciates your support and extra motivation to raise funds for this cause!”
  • Bev and Fred Gross
    “So proud of you Rob with all you went through and all your accomplishments! We know riding is your passion and you are putting it to a great cause to help others ❤️”
    $207
    Received this donation 35 days ago
    Robert Gross
    Robert
    “Mom and Dad thank you so much for your support for this and everything you do for us! We appreciate you very much, love you both!”
  • Larry & Arla Mawhorr
    $207
    Received this donation 36 days ago
    Robert Gross
    Robert
    “Thank you for your support! Love you both!”
  • Rae Cox
    “So proud of you Rob. You're an inspiration to me. You have taught me to look ahead and not back. (you know what I mean) Always in my heart and thoughts. Be Safe and good luck in your ride.”
    $124.20
    Received this donation 36 days ago
    Robert Gross
    Robert
    “Thank you so much for your support! I really appreciate all you have done for me and your support for this cause.”
  • Robert Cox
    “Rob. Thanks again for doing this. You’re a fine young man. R Cox”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 36 days ago
    Robert Gross
    Robert
    “Thank you so much for your continued support! I greatly appreciate you and your support!”
  • Alyssa Brisendine
    “You’re inspiring Rob!”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 36 days ago
    Robert Gross
    Robert
    “Alyssa thank you so much for your support! I appreciate you!”
  • Barbara Keating
    “So proud of you rob, you have such determination.”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 36 days ago
    Robert Gross
    Robert
    “Barb thank you for your contribution and continued support for us and this cause! We appreciate you.”
  • Anonymous
    “Keep it up Rob!”
    $62.20
    Received this donation 36 days ago
    Robert Gross
    Robert
    “Thank you for your support for this great cause!”
  • Anonymous
    $51.75
    Received this donation 33 days ago
    Robert Gross
    Robert
    “Thank you for your support! I appreciate it!”
  • Brad Gross
    $51.75
    Received this donation 35 days ago
    Robert Gross
    Robert
    “Brad thank you for your support! Glad to have you for my brother! Love you!”
  • Brenda Leal
    “Rob, You are an inspiration. Keep it up! Brenda”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 36 days ago
    Robert Gross
    Robert
    “Thank you so much for your support! I really appreciate you!”
  • Bryan Ellis
    “Great job and congrats!”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 36 days ago
    Robert Gross
    Robert
    “Thank you so much Bryan! I appreciate the support for this great cause!”
  • Cindee Kratzenberg
    “So proud of you, Rob!”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 37 days ago
    Robert Gross
    Robert
    “Thank you Cindee and Ron! Greatly appreciate your support on this! This means a lot to me to get support from you on this path.”
  • Dawn Greunke
    “Good luck! Thank you for doing this!!”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 40 days ago
    Robert Gross
    Robert
    “Thank you Dawn! Your continued support means so much to me!”
  • Gus Lippolis
    “Congratulations on 400 consecutive days of riding.”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 36 days ago
    Robert Gross
    Robert
    “Thank you Gus! I appreciate you and your continued support for me and this cause.”
  • J. David Hoskins
    “Great job over the years in getting the word out and your personal focus on battling cancer. Keep going strong!”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 36 days ago
    Robert Gross
    Robert
    “Thank you David! I sincerely appreciate your continued support.”
  • Kim Glock
    “Proud of you Rob!”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 36 days ago
    Robert Gross
    Robert
    “Kim, it means so much to me to have your support! Thank you for your continued support!”
  • Kristine Meinert
    “Life is an adventure, enjoy your ride!”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 36 days ago
    Robert Gross
    Robert
    “Kris thank you so much for your support! Life is an adventure for sure. Appreciate you very much for all you have done for me!”
  • Mandy Oppy and Family
    $51.75
    Received this donation 37 days ago
    Robert Gross
    Robert
    “Thank you Mandy! I appreciate your support towards this worthy cause!”
  • Vicky Doski
    $51.75
    Received this donation 36 days ago
    Robert Gross
    Robert
    “Thank you so much for your donation Vicky! I really appreciate the support!”
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