Arden Virnig

11years All Star
Arden Virnig
I am riding 750 mi in memory of Mary Catherine Virnig. Please sponsor me and support my challenge to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
I've Ridden 895.4 mi to fight kids' cancer
My Rankings
  • National: 26th
  • State: 3rd in MN
I've raised $12,236 to fight kids' cancer Donate Now

I'm Riding For

Mary Catherine Virnig

Mary Catherine Virnig

Mary was my daughter, she died on Thanksgiving day 2010 from complications of the treatment for ganglionueroblastoma. Mary fought hard for 41/2 years after her diagnosis. She was a great athlete and student, she loved her family and friends. These young people left never to spend their lives with their families. You can still visit Mary's Caring bridge site and learn of her battle.

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 11 years to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
  • 722 mi Ridden
    $9,231 Raised
    2015
  • 984 mi Ridden
    $18,672 Raised
    2016
  • 1,048 mi Ridden
    $13,734 Raised
    2017
  • 1,110 mi Ridden
    $12,907 Raised
    2018
  • 1,140 mi Ridden
    $12,529 Raised
    2019
  • 1,083 mi Ridden
    $13,145 Raised
    2020
  • 833 mi Ridden
    $13,693 Raised
    2021
  • 1,091 mi Ridden
    $15,829 Raised
    2022
  • 1,011 mi Ridden
    $16,656 Raised
    2023
  • 1,001 mi Ridden
    $26,449 Raised
    2024
  • 895 mi Ridden
    $12,236 Raised
    2025
11years
10,919 mi
Ridden
$165,081
Raised

My Challenge

  • 18.0 mi ride - Evening Ride - Thursday, October 2, 2025
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  • 31.4 mi ride - Morning Ride - Wednesday, October 1, 2025
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  • 19.0 mi ride - Evening Ride - Tuesday, September 30, 2025
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  • 22.9 mi ride - Afternoon Ride - Monday, September 29, 2025
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  • 20.6 mi ride - Afternoon Ride - Sunday, September 28, 2025
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  • 41.0 mi ride - Afternoon Ride - Saturday, September 27, 2025
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  • 26.6 mi ride - Afternoon Ride - Friday, September 26, 2025
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    Logged this ride 15 days ago - View on Strava
  • 16.2 mi ride - Evening Ride - Thursday, September 25, 2025
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  • 25.4 mi ride - Evening Ride - Wednesday, September 24, 2025
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  • 35.6 mi ride - Evening Ride - Tuesday, September 23, 2025
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    Logged this ride 18 days ago - View on Strava

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!”
    $2,970.71
    Received this donation 30 days ago
  • Veronica Ives-Virnig
    “Arden, your dedication to Kicking Cancer's Butt humbles me. We cannot know how many lives have been touched through your actions. ^0^ (that's not a bat LOL)”
    $1,035
    Received this donation 30 days ago
    Arden Virnig
    Arden
    “Thanks Bonnie remember you havee a guardian angel with you always.”
  • Sue and Tom Bracken
    “Thank you so much Tom and Sue Thank-you so much for your donation. I don't know if you saw my early posting but there is a new treatment for neuroblastoma, the clinical trials will be starting with 13 kids less than 12 and 14 kids greater than 12 y.o.. It's the contributions over the years that have brought it to this point THANK-YOU in Mary's memory.”
    $1,000
    Received this donation 26 days ago
    Arden Virnig
    Arden
    “Thanks to you Sue and Tom, keep the musical juices flowing.”
  • Patti Hook Virnig
    “Congratulations Arden! You have completed your 11th Year fighting for those without a voice. And I give thanks for the safety of you and all the GCC Riders who are vulnerable on the roadways each September. Every pedal stroke represents the committment of each rider supporting researchers and clinicians to develop innovative treatments. We all depend on them. And many times the researchers do not hear the gratitude delivered from bended knees. May these incredible dollars raised from all of your supporters send the message,"We are thankful for your dedication to scientific investigation!" Arden, in honor of your 846 miles, here is my $846. You are my HERO!!!”
    $846
    Received this donation 10 days ago
    Arden Virnig
    Arden
    “Thanks I love you and I could not do this without your help and love with which we honnor Mary's memory.”
  • Janice Lee-Virnig
    “I can't believe you cycle 45 miles in a day and then go out and do it again. Your commitment to this cause is so inspiring! We can't cycle very far these days, but we can support this cause! Love you, Janice and big brother Terry.”
    $621
    Received this donation 31 days ago
    Arden Virnig
    Arden
    “Thanks Terry and Janice I say little prayers in my actions to keep you safe in your cancer journeys.”
  • Dave and Norine Plastow
    “Your efforts to raise money for cancer research in Mary Catherine's memory is a beautiful way to change the future of so many young people. We so admire you and the amazing impact you are making. Much love to you, Patti and the family.”
    $517.50
    Received this donation 108 days ago
    Arden Virnig
    Arden
    “Thanks Dave and Norine, it was so good to reconnect and to finally meet you Norine, Patti has her TRX equipment”
  • Matching Gift from Midland National on behalf of Trisha Anderson
    $400
    Received this donation 24 days ago
    Arden Virnig
    Arden
    “Thank you so much for your support and drive to battle cancer in all communities.”
  • Dominic Ehman
    $310.50
    Received this donation 13 days ago
    Arden Virnig
    Arden
    “Thanks so much Ehmans I can't even imagine how busy you guys are this fall.”
  • Jessica Virnig
    “You go Uncle Arden! You are an endless source of inspiration!!”
    $310.50
    Received this donation 31 days ago
    Arden Virnig
    Arden
    “Thanks Jess, keep those dogs safe.”
  • Christine Meyer
    “Eleven years! Wow, Arden, you are really kicking it! So proud of you as always. Mary is smiling down on you. Love you! Tina and James”
    $274.28
    Received this donation 31 days ago
    Arden Virnig
    Arden
    “Thanks Tina and James I keep you ALL in my prayers as I ride.”
  • Jan and Tom Hardel
    “Thanks for all you do (and have done) to keep this topic in front of us and so many others, Arden. Have good, safe rides and may the wind be at your back somedays!”
    $274.28
    Received this donation 37 days ago
    Arden Virnig
    Arden
    “What a treat to see you both. Thanks for the donation, maybe some day we will be able to travel together.”
  • Linda and John Kaufmann
    “Someday your efforts will be rewarded with a real breakthrough—sooner rather than later hopefully. Thanks for keeping hope alive for families who are fighting this battle. You are indeed a warrior. Love, Linda and John”
    $274.28
    Received this donation 31 days ago
    Arden Virnig
    Arden
    “Thanks Linda and John it was so great to be with you guys as we were able to experience those great trees.”
  • Michael Virnig
    “Proud of you Little Brother.”
    $274.28
    Received this donation 31 days ago
    Arden Virnig
    Arden
    “Thanks Mike and Ruth, I watch so many people lose their impetus to keep active as they age. I am proud of the way you have worked to stay fit.”
  • Trisha Anderson
    “So proud of your commitment to finding a cure! Keep on peddling. Love you all, T-Bird”
    $207
    Received this donation 30 days ago
    Arden Virnig
    Arden
    “Thanks T I never would have imagined that both you and Mar- Bear would have to face the battle against cancer. Know that we will do anything we can to help you in this journey. We will always treasure those short years in Sioux Falls and the love you gave to Mary”
  • Jim Olson
    “Stay Safe in your travels.”
    $155.25
    Received this donation 90 days ago
    Arden Virnig
    Arden
    “Thanks Jim I have just really started training miles the weather and smoke along with work have been making it tough.”
  • Annabelle Hoechst
    “Ride on--the head winds are strong in this time and we must prevail.”
    $124.20
    Received this donation 31 days ago
    Arden Virnig
    Arden
    “Thanks Ann and Don. The barriers that have been put up to block finding new cures and treatments are truly disgusting. Unfortunately to continue to make headway we are going to need even more private funds.”
  • Annabelle Hoechst
    “You are surging to the finish line and we are hoping that every cent can push a cure closer to the children that need it.”
    $124.20
    Received this donation 17 days ago
    Arden Virnig
    Arden
    “Thanks Ann and Don, some day we will all know the answer to why?”
  • Betsy Lundquist
    “Arden you are such an inspiration completing the challenges every year. Thank You”
    $124.20
    Received this donation 31 days ago
    Arden Virnig
    Arden
    “The Hillman rides will be coming this week, hope to see you then Betsy, only I would prefer you not be wearing your first responder hat!”
  • Bruce and Dixie Peterson
    “With love and honor to Mary and your family.”
    $124.20
    Received this donation 20 days ago
    Arden Virnig
    Arden
    “Thanks you guys, see you at church.”
  • Colleen Kightlinger
    $124.20
    Received this donation 8 days ago
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