Bob Sylverne

9years
Bob Sylverne
I am riding 250 mi for Willy Griffin. Please sponsor me and support my challenge to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
I've Ridden 136.4 mi My goal is 250 mi
My Rankings
  • National: 2233rd
  • State: 138th in IL
I've raised $735 to fight kids' cancer Donate Now

I'm Riding For

Willy Griffin

Willy Griffin

This is year 3 I will be riding for Willy. Willy will officially complete treatment for childhood leukemia this fall. After countless appointments, medications, hospital stays, blood transfusions (the last one two weeks ago), platelet transfusions, blood clots, allergic reactions, chemo holds and so many more ups and downs, it's hard to believe that we are here. He was diagnosed in 6th grade and will be a Freshman this fall. His parents worry now about him finding his “new normal". They worry about the late effects all the chemotherapy will have on his growing body. They worry about his friendships, as he has spent all of middle school in treatment. They worry about his future adult relationships - will he be able to have kids. They worry the most about relapse. Will is the grandson of of our neighbors and good friends Jane and Andy Carponelli. This years ride is personal.

My Story

7 Aug 2025

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.

This year I am once again riding for Travis “Will” Griffin, who will be celebrating his 14th birthday this month.

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 9 years to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
  • 305 mi Ridden
    $1,509 Raised
    2016
  • 328 mi Ridden
    $1,089 Raised
    2017
  • 240 mi Ridden
    $541 Raised
    2018
  • 176 mi Ridden
    $558 Raised
    2019
  • 226 mi Ridden
    $954 Raised
    2021
  • 286 mi Ridden
    $616 Raised
    2022
  • 328 mi Ridden
    $1,749 Raised
    2023
  • 298 mi Ridden
    $1,269 Raised
    2024
  • 136 mi Ridden
    $735 Raised
    2025
9years
2,324 mi
Ridden
$9,020
Raised

My Challenge

  • 16.5 mi ride - Sunday 9-14 - Sunday, September 14, 2025
    Map
    Logged this ride 2 days ago
  • 15.2 mi ride - Sat ride - Saturday, September 13, 2025
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    Logged this ride 3 days ago
  • 16.5 mi ride - Thursday ride - Thursday, September 11, 2025
    Map
    Logged this ride 5 days ago
  • 12.0 mi ride - Outdoor Walk/Indoor ride combo - Tuesday, September 9, 2025

    From Home to Home

    Logged this ride 7 days ago
  • 17.0 mi ride - No 5 - Sunday, September 7, 2025
    Map
    Logged this ride 9 days ago
  • 13.8 mi ride - Ride no 4 - Saturday, September 6, 2025
    Map
    Logged this ride 10 days ago
  • 15.0 mi ride - Ride No 3 - Thursday, September 4, 2025
    Logged this ride 12 days ago
  • 13.9 mi ride - Ride No 2 - Tuesday, September 2, 2025
    Map
    Logged this ride 14 days ago
  • 16.5 mi ride - First ride of the challenge - Monday, September 1, 2025
    Map
    Logged this ride 15 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 42 days ago
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My Sponsors

  • Joe Fiorentino
    “Have a great ride Bob!”
    $124.20
    Received this donation 42 days ago
    Bob Sylverne
    Bob
    “Thanks Joe!”
  • Facebook Fundraiser Donation
    $108
    Received this donation 42 days ago
  • Steve Staszak
    “Go Bob.”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 41 days ago
    Bob Sylverne
    Bob
    “Thanks Steve!”
  • Facebook Fundraiser Donation
    $102.53
    Received this donation 43 days ago
  • Andy Carponelli
    “Together we can stand up to cancer and work toward finding a cure. Your support and friendship has made our journey easier. Thank you for fueling our efforts with your kindness”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 6 days ago
    Bob Sylverne
    Bob
    “Thanks Andy! We know how difficult the last couple of years has been for your family!”
  • 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!”
    $58.74
    Received this donation 5 days ago
  • Terry Smith
    “For all the cancer patients and all the cancer survivors.”
    $36.23
    Received this donation 42 days ago
    Bob Sylverne
    Bob
    “Thanks Terry!”
  • Facebook Fundraiser Donation
    $26.01
    Received this donation 42 days ago
  • Bob Sylverne
    “Kicking things off with my own personal donation to fight kids' cancer!”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 43 days ago
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