Tony Bowen
- National: 90th
- State: 2nd in IA
My Story
This year marks my 8th year participating in the Great Cycle Challenge: Fight Against Kids' Cancer, a cause that is very close to my heart.
As an elementary teacher, I have seen firsthand how cancer can impact the lives of children and their families. Two of my former students battled cancer, and witnessing what they and their families endured left a lasting impression on me. No parent should ever have to watch their child go through such a difficult journey.
The official Great Cycle Challenge takes place in September, but I will begin riding in June and continue through September. Once the school year begins, my schedule becomes much busier, so I take advantage of the summer months to log as many miles as possible.
Looking ahead to this year's challenge, I will have several opportunities throughout the summer and early fall to ride local trails and gravel backroads. I also hope to share some of those miles with family members and friends along the way.
If you have supported my Great Cycle Challenge efforts in the past, I sincerely hope you will consider supporting me again this year. My fundraising goal is $500 to help support children's cancer research. If this is your first time supporting my ride, thank you for considering a donation and joining me in this important cause.
I am excited to participate in my 8th Great Cycle Challenge and continue the fight against kids' cancer.
Online Donation Link:
www.greatcyclechallenge.com/Riders/TonyBowen
Check Donations:
If you would prefer to donate by check, please make your check payable to Children's Cancer Research Fund. I will submit all check donations once each month during June, July, August, and September.
Thank you for your support!
Tony Bowen
My Legacy
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266 mi Ridden$1,138 Raised2018
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365 mi Ridden$777 Raised2019
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Ridden$304 Raised2020
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306 mi Ridden$532 Raised2021
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257 mi Ridden$735 Raised2022
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367 mi Ridden$583 Raised2023
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310 mi Ridden$1,010 Raised2024
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Ridden$212 Raised2026
My Challenge
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$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 3 days ago
My Sponsors
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Tom Klimczak
“Ride, Tony, ride!”
$124.20Received this donation 3 days ago
Tony
“Tom, Thank you so much for your generous donation to my Great Cycle Challenge fundraiser. Your support means a great deal to me and will help make a difference in the fight against childhood cancer. Every mile I ride is dedicated to helping children and families facing this difficult battle, and your contribution provides both encouragement and valuable support for this important cause. I truly appreciate your kindness and generosity. Thank you again for helping me Ride to Fight Kids' Cancer! Sincerely, Tony”
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Kristin and Travis V
“Will always support your endeavors! Thank you for continuing to fight against childhood cancer.”
$51.75Received this donation 3 days ago
Tony
“Thank you to Kristin and Travis for your generous donation to my Great Cycle Challenge ride in support of childhood cancer research. Your kindness and support help fuel every mile I ride and bring us one step closer to better treatments and cures for children battling this terrible disease. I am truly grateful for your contribution. Thank you again for your support—it means more than words can express! 🚴♂️💛🎗️”
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Bill Denton
“Kid's Cancer has struck my family and I'm donating in honor of my niece Kianna. My hope is that other kids never have to suffer from cancer in the future.”
$36.23Received this donation 3 days ago
Tony
“Hi Bill, Thank you so much for your generous donation to my Great Cycle Challenge ride to fight childhood cancer. Your support means a great deal to me. Knowing that friends like you are supporting this cause gives me extra motivation as I pedal each mile. Thank you again for your kindness and generosity! Tony”