Jim Ellis

5years All Star
Jim Ellis
Cancer is the biggest killer of kids from disease in the USA, 38 children die every week. Please donate now and support my challenge to fight kids' cancer!
I've Ridden 365.1 mi to fight kids' cancer
My Rankings
  • National: 203rd
  • State: 12th in MI
  • My Team: 7th
I've raised $4,197 My goal is $4,500 Donate Now

I'm Riding For

Denise Lynn Pavlic

Denise Lynn Pavlic

Denise is the sister of a good friend of mine. Denise lost her battle with Leukemia when she was 8 1/2 years old. She is remembered and lives on through her sister.

My Story

5 Aug 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 5 years to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
  • 637 mi Ridden
    $3,090 Raised
    2021
  • 758 mi Ridden
    $4,312 Raised
    2022
  • 704 mi Ridden
    $4,606 Raised
    2023
  • 558 mi Ridden
    $4,030 Raised
    2024
  • 365 mi Ridden
    $4,197 Raised
    2025
5years
3,023 mi
Ridden
$20,235
Raised

My Challenge

  • September 28, 2025 50 Miler
    30 Sep 2025

    Got 50 miles in today for the kids. One of the highlights of the ride was seeing three people with Great Cycle Challenge gear on riding to Fight Kids’ Cancer on the White Pine Trail as well!

    Critter Count

    1 Chicken

    3 Black Squirrels

    September 28, 2025 50 Miler
    Posted 1 day ago
  • 50.7 mi ride - 50.74mi Road Cycling - Sunday, September 28, 2025
    Map
    Logged this ride 3 days ago
  • 52 Miler September 25, 2025
    26 Sep 2025

    Rode with my friend Rob from Ionia, MI to St. John’s MI and back to Ionia, MI

    52 Miler September 25, 2025
    Posted 5 days ago
  • 56 Miler September 23, 3025
    26 Sep 2025

    To North of Stanwood and Back

    Posted 5 days ago
  • 66 Miler- September 22, 2025
    26 Sep 2025

    Rode From Belmont,Mi to north of Stanwood MI.

    66 Miler- September 22, 2025
    Posted 5 days ago
  • 52.4 mi ride - 52.43mi Road Cycling - Thursday, September 25, 2025
    Map
    Logged this ride 6 days ago
  • 56.7 mi ride - 56.69mi Road Cycling - Tuesday, September 23, 2025
    Map
    Logged this ride 6 days ago
  • 66.0 mi ride - 66 miler for the Kids’ Fighting Cancer! - Monday, September 22, 2025

    From 12 Mile Road to North of Starwood MI. to North of Stanwood back to 12 Mile Road

    Logged this ride 9 days ago
  • September 21, 2025
    21 Sep 2025

    Beautiful early fall afternoon for a ride. 37 miles. To Sand Lake and back.

    Critter Count:

    5 Black Squirrels

    4 Red Squirrels

    2 Chipmunks

    1 Black Cat with Green Eyes

    September 21, 2025
    Posted 10 days ago
  • 37.5 mi ride - 37.52mi Road Cycling - Sunday, September 21, 2025
    Map
    Logged this ride 10 days ago

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!”
    $869.66
    Received this donation 20 days ago
    Jim Ellis
    Jim
    “Thank you to all the donors that make Kick Cancer’s Butt Day such a huge success! Your support is so valuable to the cause and is a blessing for everyone involved in The Great Cycle Challenge. Thank Very Much. Sincerely, Jim Ellis”
  • Anonymous
    “In Loving Memory of Barry Ellis.”
    $395
    Received this donation 15 days ago
    Jim Ellis
    Jim
    “Thank you”
  • Anonymous
    “Thank you Jim! You are a true Blessing!”
    $207
    Received this donation 30 days ago
    Jim Ellis
    Jim
    “Thank you so much Friend! You have just helped to discover cures and procedures that will help many children who are fighting cancer. Your kindness is a blessing. Thank very much. I value and appreciate your help. Sincerely, Jim”
  • Cathy Ellis
    “So happy to be on your team supporting this important research.”
    $155.25
    Received this donation 21 days ago
    Jim Ellis
    Jim
    “Thank you Cathy. You support my riding in so many ways. I appreciate you! Love, Jim”
  • James Ellis Family Bottle and Can Refund Fun to Fight Kids’ Cancer
    “Fighting Kids’ Cancer as a family, we donate our year’s worth of can and bottle returns to the cause.”
    $155.25
    Received this donation 21 days ago
    Jim Ellis
    Jim
    “Thank you family for saving bottles and cans for the fundraiser!”
  • Friendly Anonymous Donors At Grand Rapids Utimate Sports Show
    $135
    Received this donation 199 days ago
    Jim Ellis
    Jim
    “Thank you very much for all of the donations! It was great to talk with you all at the show.”
  • Chuck Hayden
    $124.20
    Received this donation 29 days ago
    Jim Ellis
    Jim
    “Hello Chuck, Thank you for wonderful donations for the kids! I appreciate your generous support. Thanks for helping make a difference in young children’s lives. Sincerely, Jim”
  • Ken Nakielski
    “Good luck in your endeavors. You’re definitely riding for a very worthy cause.”
    $124.20
    Received this donation 19 days ago
    Jim Ellis
    Jim
    “Thank you so much Ken! I appreciate and value your help. Thank you for your support and help to save young childrens’ lives. Sincerely, Jim”
  • Theresa Millin
    “Great job for a wonderful cause!💜”
    $124.20
    Received this donation 28 days ago
    Jim Ellis
    Jim
    “Thank you for your wonderful support again this year Theresa. I know you have had many experiences working with children cancer patients during your nursing career. Thank you so much. Hope to see you folks sometime soon. Sincerely, Jim”
  • Chuck Hayden
    $103.50
    Received this donation 39 days ago
    Jim Ellis
    Jim
    “Thanks so much for your support again this year Chuck! I’m looking forward to riding again this summer for the kids’. I appreciate your continued support. Sincerely, Jim”
  • Anonymous
    $103.50
    Received this donation 15 days ago
    Jim Ellis
    Jim
    “Dear Friend, Thank you so much for your support! So glad you have joined us to Fight Kids’ Cancer. Your kind donation will definitely help kids that are fighting cancer, now and in the future. Thank You. Sincerely, Jim”
  • Gail Spencer
    “Thank you Jim for your continued support of children.”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 35 days ago
    Jim Ellis
    Jim
    “Hello Gail! Thank you for all of your support and your donation for the kids again this year! Getting ready to ride in a few days. I appreciate your support! Sincerely, Jim”
  • Rebecca Cruttenden
    “Keep on pedaling!!!!!!”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 16 days ago
    Jim Ellis
    Jim
    “Hi Rebecca! Thank you very much for your donation. Two weeks left to pedal on. So glad you were able to do the IronMan this year! I value and appreciate your help. Thank you. Sincerely, Jim”
  • Roxanne Gerds
    “Thank you Jim for working so hard to fight cancer! God bless your efforts!”
    $100
    Received this donation 41 days ago
    Jim Ellis
    Jim
    “Thank you Roxanne for your support again this year and spreading the word about the challenge! I appreciate your help. Thank you!”
  • Anonymous
    “Keep pedaling for the kids’ Jimmy! We are with you!”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 21 days ago
    Jim Ellis
    Jim
    “Thank you so much friend! I value and appreciate your support! I’ll keep pedaling for sure! Sincerely, Jim”
  • Leigh Anne Herd
    $72.45
    Received this donation 19 days ago
    Jim Ellis
    Jim
    “Leigh, Thank you so much for your support of my ride. It is great to have your support again this year and I value it. Your donation will help kids now and in the future. I’m glad you are having a good time in Michigan! Best Wishes to you and Mike! Sincerely, Jim”
  • Anonymous
    “Pedal on!!! Continue to be a light in a dark world”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 21 days ago
    Jim Ellis
    Jim
    “Thank you for your support kind friend! I appreciate you. Sincerely, Jim”
  • Frienly Anonymous Donors at Ultimate Sports Show - Grand Rapids
    $64
    Received this donation 199 days ago
    Jim Ellis
    Jim
    “Thank you all for your support! Wonderful to talk to you at the show.”
  • Constance Weitzel
    “Dear Jim, Thank you again for riding to fight childhood leukemia. Also, it means so much to our family that you dedicated your ride in memory of our angel Denise Lynn. God Bless you my friend and go Jim go!!! 😇💜🙏🏼👏🏻 Connie”
    $55
    Received this donation 41 days ago
    Jim Ellis
    Jim
    “Thank you Connie! I am honored to ride in Denise Lynn’s memory. Thank you my friend! Thank you for your support!”
  • Eileen Grenfell
    “Go Jim Go!!!!”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 21 days ago
    Jim Ellis
    Jim
    “Thank you for your help and support Eileen! I appreciate it. I’ll be back on the bike again tomorrow. Best Wishes! Sincerely, Jim”
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