Tom Johnston

3years
Tom Johnston
I am riding 150 mi in memory of my wife, Karene Johnston. Please sponsor me and support my challenge to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
I've Ridden 185.8 mi My goal is 200 mi
My Rankings
  • National: 953rd
  • State: 31st in MN
I've raised $1,608 My goal is $2,000 Donate Now

I'm Riding For

Karene Johnston

I lost my wife of 37 years to cancer in 2021. The Great Cycle Challenge is a great way for me to give back and have you help by honoring her and giving hope to kids battling cancer.

My Story

2 Sep 2024

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.

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 3 years to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
  • 101 mi Ridden
    $786 Raised
    2023
  • 51 mi Ridden
    $420 Raised
    2024
  • 186 mi Ridden
    $1,608 Raised
    2025
3years
338 mi
Ridden
$2,814
Raised

My Challenge

  • 15.0 mi ride - Como and Phalen - Friday, September 26, 2025
    Logged this ride 2 days ago
  • 7.5 mi ride - GCC group ride - Sunday, September 21, 2025

    From Lake Marion, Lakeville MN

    Logged this ride 6 days ago
  • 8.0 mi ride - Fairgrounds via Nebraska - Saturday, September 20, 2025
    Logged this ride 8 days ago
  • 13.9 mi ride - Ayd Mill Road - Thursday, September 18, 2025
    Logged this ride 10 days ago
  • 15.1 mi ride - Lake Phalen, Como Lake - Tuesday, September 16, 2025
    Logged this ride 12 days ago
  • 28.4 mi ride - Hopkins MN - Sunday, September 14, 2025
    Logged this ride 14 days ago
  • 11.1 mi ride - Tour the fairgrounds - Saturday, September 13, 2025
    Logged this ride 15 days ago
  • 4.8 mi ride - Karol Coffee - Wednesday, September 10, 2025
    Logged this ride 16 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 17 days ago
  • 22.8 mi ride - Minneapolis Grand Rounds and Midtown Greenway - Wednesday, September 10, 2025
    Logged this ride 18 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!”
    $360.81
    Received this donation 17 days ago
  • Anonymous
    $300
    Received this donation 18 days ago
  • Sheri Wessel
    “Finish strong!”
    $139.73
    Received this donation 15 days ago
    Tom Johnston
    Tom
    “Sheri, so glad tto have you on the team!”
  • Bicycle Chain
    “Great work Tom! We are here to support you through this ride!”
    $77.63
    Received this donation 53 days ago
    Tom Johnston
    Tom
    “Thank you to all the great people at the Bicycle Chain (one my favorite shops in Roseville, MN) for your generosity in supporting the kids struggling with cancer.”
  • Ronald Jadwin
    “Go Tom. Hope the wind is at your back.”
    $77.63
    Received this donation 44 days ago
    Tom Johnston
    Tom
    “Ron, thanks so much for supporting the kids. I'll put up a sail!”
  • Jean Cherry
    $72.45
    Received this donation 93 days ago
    Tom Johnston
    Tom
    “Hi Jean! So thankful for your support. It makes a difference”
  • Noele Orellana
    “Go Tom!!”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 53 days ago
    Tom Johnston
    Tom
    “Thank you Noele! It's great to have you and Ivan on board!”
  • Gateway Cycle
    “Thank you for pursuing this worthwhile cause!”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 19 days ago
    Tom Johnston
    Tom
    “Joan, Ed, and all of the staff at Gateway Cycle, Thank you all for your support of my ride this month. Little lives are made better because of you!”
  • Sarah Stauder
    $51.75
    Received this donation 14 hours ago
    Tom Johnston
    Tom
    “Thank you Sarah! You know how much this means to all the kiddos we ride for!”
  • Debra and Kevin
    “Go, Tom! We believe in you! Thanks for riding to help kids with cancer.”
    $50
    Received this donation 17 days ago
    Tom Johnston
    Tom
    “Thank you Deb and Kevin, it's been an honor to ride for the kids this year.”
  • Keith Lokkesmoe
    $50
    Received this donation 18 days ago
    Tom Johnston
    Tom
    “Hi Keith, thank you for your generous donation. Every dollar helps the kids fighting this disease to have a better chance at survival.”
  • JC Lippold
    “❤️🌱”
    $36.23
    Received this donation 91 days ago
    Tom Johnston
    Tom
    “A belated thank you for supporting all the little ones!”
  • Renee Walbert
    “Ride on friend!🚴‍♂️🚴‍♀️🚴”
    $36.23
    Received this donation 72 days ago
    Tom Johnston
    Tom
    “Hi Renee, a belated thank you for your donation this summer!”
  • Rob Mahaney
    “As a two time cancer survivor I appreciate your effort!”
    $36.23
    Received this donation 93 days ago
    Tom Johnston
    Tom
    “Hi Rob! Thank you so much for supporting my ride. Lots of good memories going waaaaaay back!”
  • Keith Gronhovd
    $35
    Received this donation 18 days ago
    Tom Johnston
    Tom
    “Thank you Keith, I really appreciate the compassion you've shown by helping these kids.”
  • James Snyder
    $25.88
    Received this donation 52 days ago
    Tom Johnston
    Tom
    “James, thank you for supporting the kids. It's rewarding to see people like you helping out. It doesn't go unnoticed.”
  • Laura Harris
    $25.88
    Received this donation 6 days ago
    Tom Johnston
    Tom
    “Laura, thank you for joining the support team for the Great Cycle Challenge! Together we are changing lives!”
  • Mackenzie Clymer
    “Riding for a great cause! Keep going. ❤️”
    $25.88
    Received this donation 2 days ago
    Tom Johnston
    Tom
    “Thank you Mackenzie! Your support along with everyone else who has supported my ride gives me great encouragement. And to the kids even moreso.”
  • Julie Kuberski
    “Good job, Tom! 🙌”
    $20.70
    Received this donation 32 days ago
    Tom Johnston
    Tom
    “Hi Julie, thank you so much for your donation! Every dollar counts and there are lots of Littles out there who desperately need our help.”
  • Anonymous
    $10
    Received this donation 18 days ago
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