Stephen King
- National: 119th
- State: 7th in MI
I'm Riding For
Kenny King
Kenny was a beautiful little boy who enjoyed playing outside with his older siblings. Kenny's bright brown eyes and blonde hair made him a hit with all the ladies in the neighborhood and at church. In early January of 1968, Kenny starting feeling tired all the time and would frequently take naps. Our mother, Marty, and father, Chuck, had Kenny checked out at Bronson Hospital, but after exploratory surgery it was decided to bring Kenny to what is now known as Mott Children's Hospital in Ann Arbor. Kenny was diagnosed with Neuroblastoma, and chemotherapy was the best course of treatment at the time. (this cancer is still rarely survived by children under the age of five). Kenny lived until two months past his fourth birthday and passed away on 8/2/1968. His sister, Laurie, lived until the age of 62 when she died from ovarian cancer. Our dad, Chuck, lived to 54 and died from liver cancer. Chuck's twin brother, John, died at 78 from pancreatic cancer. My rides over the course of these 30 days in September will be to honor these family members whom I loved and miss deeply. Thank you for your donation, large or small, as we fight cancer for those who can't.
My Story
For the month of 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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160 mi Ridden$6,526 Raised2025
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159 mi Ridden$5,644 Raised2026
My Challenge
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11.0 mi ride - Day 24 - what a score! Miles and Funds Completed - Thursday, September 24, 2026
From Northville MI to Northville MI
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5.0 mi ride - Day 23 - almost there! Will finish tomorrow - Wednesday, September 23, 2026
From Northville MI to Northville MI
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7.0 mi ride - Day 22 - feelin’ groovy, baby - Tuesday, September 22, 2026
From Green Oak Township, MI to Green Oak Township, MI
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6.5 mi ride - Day 21 - cool, crisp last-day-of-summer - Monday, September 21, 2026
From Northville MI to Northville MI
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5.0 mi ride - Day 20 - 150 miles?! Oh Yeah … Let’s Do This! - Sunday, September 20, 2026
From Northville MI to Northville MI
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5.0 mi ride - Day 19 - so close I can TASTE the finish line - Friday, September 18, 2026
From Northville MI to Northville MI
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15.0 mi ride - Day 18 - Crushing It In Michigan - Friday, September 18, 2026
From Northville, MI to Northville, MI
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0.7 mi ride - Day 17 - not feeling my best - Wednesday, September 16, 2026
From Northville, Michigan to Northville, Michigan
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8.0 mi ride - Day 16 - half of 16 is EIGHT! 😉 - Wednesday, September 16, 2026
From Northville MI to Northville MI
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8.0 mi ride - Day 15 - went for ten, ended up with eight - Monday, September 14, 2026
From Northville MI to Northville MI
Logged this ride 10 days ago
My Sponsors
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Edwina Pittaway
“We are behind you 100%. Stay healthy and strong. God bless you on your journey.”
$517.50Received this donation 35 days ago
Stephen
“Thank you so much for your donation, Edwina!! This means so much to me and I know that you are behind me all the way. Big hugs and we will see you soon. Steve”
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Leonard Pittaway
“Have a blessed and safe journey. Praying for you.”
$517.50Received this donation 35 days ago
Stephen
“Thank you, Leonard! Your donation means so much to me and I can’t wait to ride for these kids September 1 through September 30. It’s going to be an epic month. See you both soon. Steve.”
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Martha King
“From Your Mother who loves you and is so proud of you!!”
$517.50Received this donation 3 days ago
Stephen
“Hey Mom! I sent you an email to thank you but also wanted to do so from the Great Cycle Challenge website. I love you so much and can’t thank you enough for this huge donation. Hugs and smooches, Steve/Bonnie Lad”
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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!”
$455.20Received this donation 2 days ago
Stephen
“Dear children’s Cancer research fund supporters… I can’t thank you enough for the final push that your donation gave me to put me over my goal of $5500. I was pretty stressed as I came into this homestretch wondering how I was gonna raise the additional monies and then this wonderful Donation came through. How amazing you all are and I am truly grateful for the additional monies that came in. May God bless you all and I look forward to finishing my 150 miles today. My plan is to continue riding through the end of the month to get as many miles in as possible each day. Who knows? I may even raise more money! Sincerely, Stephen W King.”
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Christine Nowowiejski
“I”ll be rooting for you the whole time - You got this Stephen! May God bless you on your journey to support and honor those affected by cancer. Thank you for fighting for those who can’t fight for themselves.”
$258.75Received this donation 35 days ago
Stephen
“Thank you, Chris and Dale for your donation. This means so much to me and I can’t thank you enough for stepping up to help these kids. Hugs, Steve.”
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Lynn Van Keuren
“Ride strong and hard for those that cannot! If I were back there in Michigan, I’d join this ride with you.”
$258.75Received this donation 25 days ago
Stephen
“Thank you to the moon and back, Lynn! I know you would ride with me in a heartbeat. We would be great riding buddies! 😊❤️”
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Gail Costello
“You are an inspiration and such a servant of God. Go rock your ride!!!”
$250Received this donation 26 days ago
Stephen
“Thank you, Gail! WOW! So generous of you. The pedaling starts tomorrow. 150 miles in 30 days. I’ve got this ‘cause God’s got me!”
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Jackie Krohn
“Go Steve!!! Thank you for your heart for this amazing cause! We will keep you in prayer and are behind you all the way!”
$250Received this donation 5 days ago
Stephen
“Oh. My. Gosh! You are so wonderful for thinking of me and this donation for the Great Cycle Challenge, Jackie! If Jeff was involved, please thank him, too … WOWIE-ZOWIE!”
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Bhavani and Duncan Whipps
“What a great cause! Way to go Steve.”
$103.50Received this donation 25 days ago
Stephen
“Huge thank you to you both, Bhavani & Duncan, for this donation. WOW! I’m getting so close to my goal and can’t wait to pedal more tomorrow. Go #2 GO‼️😎👍🏻😉💥🚴♀️💪🏼”
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Brian Downie
$103.50Received this donation 28 days ago
Stephen
“Good day, sir! What a cool surprise to see your donation pop up this morning! Thank you and I hope you’re doing well! SWK”
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Carol King
“Proud of you, Big Brother!!!”
$103.50Received this donation 3 days ago
Stephen
“Again, I can’t thank you enough. This is getting me closer to that big $5500 goal. I think I’m now $932 away. WOOT WOOT!”
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Carol Welty
“Thank you for serving in his capacity. And thank you for the opportunity to serve with you as supporters.”
$103.50Received this donation 35 days ago
Stephen
“Thank you so much, Carol. Your donation means so much to me and I can’t wait to ride September 1 through September 30 for the kids. Hugs, Steve”
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Anonymous
$103.50Received this donation 36 days ago
Stephen
“Super huge thanks for your donation. It doesn’t matter to me that I don’t know who you are. Will manage to me is that we are teaming up to help the kids. Steve.”
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Lisa Burkeen
“Go Stephen!”
$103.50Received this donation 33 days ago
Stephen
“Big thanks to you, Lisa and Carl for your donation. It means more to me than you know and I can’t thank you enough. Hugs, Steve”
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Lisa Schnorberger
“Ride Steve Ride haha praise Jesus for your faithfulness ALLGlory to God”
$103.50Received this donation 35 days ago
Stephen
“Thank you, Lisa and Russ for your generous donation. It means more to me than you know. Big hugs, Steve”
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Richard Pethybridge
“Go Cuz!”
$103.50Received this donation 30 days ago
Stephen
“Thank you, Rich and Cheryl supporting me again this year. You have no idea how much this means to me. Big hugs, cousin Steve.”
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Roger Williams
“Go Steve”
$103.50Received this donation 20 days ago
Stephen
“Hey Uncle! Major thank you for the donation to my cycle challenge. I am going to cross the 50 mile marker today … and hope to finish the entire challenge by 9/15 (15 days early). Health and weather permitting, of course. Special thanks and big hugs to you/Manuel. Love, Steve”
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Sharon Garbarz
“Good luck Steve!”
$103.50Received this donation 36 days ago
Stephen
“Thank you, Sharon and Mike for the donation … and be sure to look me riding thru the ‘hood! Steve”
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Anonymous
$103.50Received this donation 1 day ago
Stephen
“Dear anonymous donor… Thank you so much for pushing me over the edge for this Great Cycle Challenge. Your donation ensures that kids fighting cancer will get the help that they need. I appreciate you so much. You are truly the hero in all of this.”
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Steve Saia
$103.50Received this donation 28 days ago
Stephen
“Thank you, Chief Steve, for helping me attain my goal. Now the big question: when are you gonna ride with me in September. My dance card is totally open, dude. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 SWK”