Autumn Ames

5years
Autumn Ames
Cancer is the biggest killer of kids from disease in the USA. Please donate now and support my challenge In memory of Makay James, your so very missed son
I've Ridden 52.1 mi to fight kids' cancer
My Rankings
  • National: 4311th
  • State: 195th in MI
  • My Team: 1st
I've raised $403 My goal is $500 Donate Now

I'm Riding For

Makay James VanOort

Makay James VanOort

Riding in honor of my son Makay, who lost his battle but NEVER gave up! He is a true hero.

My Story

1 Sep 2025

This September, I am taking part in the Great Cycle Challenge to fight kids' cancer!

Why? Because our family knows the pain, 1st hand. We lost my son Makay 7 years ago after a tough battle with Lymphoma. 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 5 years to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
  • 37 mi Ridden
    $626 Raised
    2020
  • 31 mi Ridden
    $621 Raised
    2021
  • 59 mi Ridden
    $959 Raised
    2022
  • 50 mi Ridden
    $605 Raised
    2024
  • 52 mi Ridden
    $403 Raised
    2025
5years
229 mi
Ridden
$3,214
Raised

My Challenge

  • 5.7 mi ride - Last one - Monday, September 29, 2025
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    Logged this ride 13 days ago
  • 1.2 mi ride - Saturday, September 27, 2025
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    Logged this ride 14 days ago
  • 2.8 mi ride - Quick - Friday, September 26, 2025
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    Logged this ride 16 days ago
  • 2.7 mi ride - Meemaw ride - Monday, September 22, 2025
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    Logged this ride 20 days ago
  • 3.2 mi ride - Kk - Saturday, September 20, 2025
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    Logged this ride 22 days ago
  • 10.1 mi ride - Oakley - Thursday, September 18, 2025
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    Logged this ride 24 days ago
  • 4.6 mi ride - Monday, September 15, 2025
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    Logged this ride 27 days ago
  • 5.5 mi ride - Delilah 1st ride - Sunday, September 14, 2025
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    Logged this ride 28 days ago
  • 4.2 mi ride - Saturday, September 13, 2025
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    Logged this ride 29 days ago
  • 1.6 mi ride - Meemaw ride - Saturday, September 13, 2025
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    Logged this ride 29 days ago
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My Sponsors

  • Anonymous
    “Your strength and love shine through every mile you ride. Honoring your son in this way is such a powerful tribute, and I’m deeply moved by your dedication every year to helping other children and families facing cancer. Cheering you on with so much admiration and love.”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 34 days ago
    Autumn Ames
    Autumn
    “Thank you, I hope our donations helps another family never have to go through what we did 💚”
  • Jill Whiteman
    “Love you ❤️ 💚❤️”
    $85.91
    Received this donation 10 days ago
    Autumn Ames
    Autumn
    “Thank you!! Love you!”
  • Glendora Green
    “Makay fought a good fight, cancer won. Love you Makay”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 74 days ago
    Autumn Ames
    Autumn
    “Thank you Mom! 💚”
  • Laura Ackman
    “Makay had the best smile. Thank you for donating your time for this important cause.”
    $50
    Received this donation 39 days ago
    Autumn Ames
    Autumn
    “Thank you Laura ❤️”
  • Adam Maxwell
    $36.23
    Received this donation 30 days ago
    Autumn Ames
    Autumn
    “Thank you!!”
  • Cristina Mcpeak
    $36.23
    Received this donation 32 days ago
    Autumn Ames
    Autumn
    “Thank you cuz!!!”
  • 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!”
    $29.38
    Received this donation 31 days ago
    Autumn Ames
    Autumn
    “Thank you!!!”
  • Tammy McDougall
    “Love you!”
    $10.35
    Received this donation 33 days ago
    Autumn Ames
    Autumn
    “Thank you cuz!!”
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