Tom Turkula

4years All Star
Tom Turkula
I am riding 600 mi in memory of Ian Turkula. Please sponsor me and support my challenge to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
I've Ridden 0.0 mi ? My goal is 600 mi
My Rankings
  • National: 77th
  • State: 2nd in AL
I've raised $538 My goal is $5,000 Donate Now

I'm Riding For

Ian Turkula

Ian Turkula

Riding in memory of my son Ian who was just 18 when he died, and for all other children and families dealing with cancer.

My Story

24 Jun 2025

During September 2025 I will for the fourth consecutive year, join other cyclists and take 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 with cancer every year, and sadly, 38 children die of cancer every week.

Our son Ian died from cancer in January 2014. He was just 18 years old. In his honor, I am raising funds through my challenge to help kids like Ian. Your donation will enable Children's Cancer Research Fund to support research and development of lifesaving treatments and find a cure for childhood cancer.

Please follow the enclosed link (or paste the link into your browser) and make a donation on my page. Or join the challenge by getting on your bikes and reach out to your contacts to support you.

Your support will change little lives. All these kids want to do is be kids with a chance to grow up, live and have the brighter futures they deserve.

Thank you and pedal on!

My Legacy

Here's my personal impact over 4 years to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
  • 544 mi Ridden
    $7,606 Raised
    2022
  • 1,096 mi Ridden
    $6,134 Raised
    2023
  • 1,612 mi Ridden
    $6,259 Raised
    2024
4years
3,251 mi
Ridden
$20,537
Raised

My Challenge

  • $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 6 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 6 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 6 days ago

My Sponsors

  • Tom Turkula
    “Kicking things off with my own personal donation to fight kids' cancer!”
    $538.20
    Received this donation 6 days ago
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