Tom Johnston
I am riding 150 mi for my wife, Karene Johnston, who lost her battle with cancer in 2021. Please support my challenge to fight kids' cancer!
I've Ridden
200.8 mi
to fight kids' cancer
My Rankings
- National: 1030th
- State: 35th in MN
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
29 Sep 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.
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.
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101 mi Ridden$786 Raised2023
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51 mi Ridden$420 Raised2024
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201 mi Ridden$1,608 Raised2025
353 mi
Ridden
$2,814
Raised
My Challenge
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15.0 mi ride - St Thomas, Angry Catfish Bike Shop - Sunday, September 28, 2025
From St Thomas to Pierce Butler Route somewhere.
Logged this ride 35 days ago -
15.0 mi ride - Como and Phalen - Friday, September 26, 2025
Logged this ride 38 days ago -
7.5 mi ride - GCC group ride - Sunday, September 21, 2025
From Lake Marion, Lakeville MN
Logged this ride 42 days ago -
8.0 mi ride - Fairgrounds via Nebraska - Saturday, September 20, 2025
Logged this ride 44 days ago -
13.9 mi ride - Ayd Mill Road - Thursday, September 18, 2025
Logged this ride 46 days ago -
15.1 mi ride - Lake Phalen, Como Lake - Tuesday, September 16, 2025
Logged this ride 48 days ago -
28.4 mi ride - Hopkins MN - Sunday, September 14, 2025
Logged this ride 50 days ago -
11.1 mi ride - Tour the fairgrounds - Saturday, September 13, 2025
Logged this ride 51 days ago -
4.8 mi ride - Karol Coffee - Wednesday, September 10, 2025
Logged this ride 52 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 53 days ago
My Sponsors
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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!”
$360.81Received this donation 53 days ago -
Anonymous
$300Received this donation 54 days ago -
Sheri Wessel
“Finish strong!”
$139.73Received this donation 51 days ago
Tom
“Sheri, so glad tto have you on the team!”
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Bicycle Chain
“Great work Tom! We are here to support you through this ride!”
$77.63Received this donation 89 days ago
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.”
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Ronald Jadwin
“Go Tom. Hope the wind is at your back.”
$77.63Received this donation 80 days ago
Tom
“Ron, thanks so much for supporting the kids. I'll put up a sail!”
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Jean Cherry
$72.45Received this donation 129 days ago
Tom
“Hi Jean! So thankful for your support. It makes a difference”
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Noele Orellana
“Go Tom!!”
$72.45Received this donation 89 days ago
Tom
“Thank you Noele! It's great to have you and Ivan on board!”
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Gateway Cycle
“Thank you for pursuing this worthwhile cause!”
$51.75Received this donation 55 days ago
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!”
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Sarah Stauder
$51.75Received this donation 36 days ago
Tom
“Thank you Sarah! You know how much this means to all the kiddos we ride for!”
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Debra and Kevin
“Go, Tom! We believe in you! Thanks for riding to help kids with cancer.”
$50Received this donation 53 days ago
Tom
“Thank you Deb and Kevin, it's been an honor to ride for the kids this year.”
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Keith Lokkesmoe
$50Received this donation 54 days ago
Tom
“Hi Keith, thank you for your generous donation. Every dollar helps the kids fighting this disease to have a better chance at survival.”
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JC Lippold
“❤️🌱”
$36.23Received this donation 127 days ago
Tom
“A belated thank you for supporting all the little ones!”
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Renee Walbert
“Ride on friend!🚴♂️🚴♀️🚴”
$36.23Received this donation 108 days ago
Tom
“Hi Renee, a belated thank you for your donation this summer!”
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Rob Mahaney
“As a two time cancer survivor I appreciate your effort!”
$36.23Received this donation 129 days ago
Tom
“Hi Rob! Thank you so much for supporting my ride. Lots of good memories going waaaaaay back!”
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Keith Gronhovd
$35Received this donation 54 days ago
Tom
“Thank you Keith, I really appreciate the compassion you've shown by helping these kids.”
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James Snyder
$25.88Received this donation 88 days ago
Tom
“James, thank you for supporting the kids. It's rewarding to see people like you helping out. It doesn't go unnoticed.”
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Laura Harris
$25.88Received this donation 42 days ago
Tom
“Laura, thank you for joining the support team for the Great Cycle Challenge! Together we are changing lives!”
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Mackenzie Clymer
“Riding for a great cause! Keep going. ❤️”
$25.88Received this donation 37 days ago
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.”
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Julie Kuberski
“Good job, Tom! 🙌”
$20.70Received this donation 68 days ago
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.”
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Anonymous
$10Received this donation 54 days ago