Joanna Alfaro
- National: 2443rd
- State: 156th in IL
I'm Riding For
Vali
To my boy Vali — if I could take your pain, I would in a heartbeat. While that’s in God’s hands, what I can do is ride 150 miles this September and raise $500 to help fight children’s cancer — in your name, with all my heart. -Tia Weenie
My Story
๐ ๐๐ซ๐๐๐ฆ ๐จ๐ ๐ญ๐ก๐ ๐๐๐ฒ ๐ฐ๐ก๐๐ง ๐๐ฏ๐๐ซ๐ฒ ๐๐ก๐ข๐ฅ๐ ๐๐๐ง ๐๐ ๐ฉ๐ซ๐จ๐ฆ๐ข๐ฌ๐๐ ๐ ๐๐ฎ๐ซ๐.
This September, I am riding 150 miles in the Great Cycle Challenge to fight kidsโ cancer. Iโm dedicating every mile to my nephew, Vali, and to every child who deserves a future full of life, laughter, and dreams.
Right now, cancer is the #1 disease killer of children in the United States. Over 15,700 children are diagnosed each year, and tragically, 38 children die every week.
Thatโs why I rideโbecause kids should be riding their bikes, chasing adventures, and living out their childhoodโฆ not fighting cancer.
I am raising funds to support the Childrenโs Cancer Research Fund, fueling lifesaving treatments and bringing us closer to cures that can give children the futures they deserve.
Please consider making a donation. Every dollar brings us one step closer to brighter days for kids like Vali and so many others.
Together, we can change little lives. ๐
With love and hope,
Joanna Alfaro
Owner of Joanna Photography
My Legacy
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102 mi Ridden$364 Raised2023
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Ridden$26 Raised2024
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152 mi Ridden$767 Raised2025
My Challenge
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3.4 mi ride - Cruising through Aurora - Tuesday, September 30, 2025
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20.5 mi ride - Evening Ride - Tuesday, September 30, 2025
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17.1 mi ride - Evening ride with the kids - Monday, September 29, 2025
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11.1 mi ride - Night Ride - Sunday, September 28, 2025
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7.5 mi ride - Coffee and miles - Sunday, September 28, 2025
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13.0 mi ride - Work before work - Saturday, September 27, 2025
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1.6 mi ride - Afternoon Ride - Friday, September 26, 2025
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7.0 mi ride - Lunch Ride - Friday, September 26, 2025
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3.7 mi ride - Breakfast - Friday, September 26, 2025
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5.3 mi ride - Evening ride in Aurora - Thursday, September 25, 2025
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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!”
$150.49Received this donation 34 days ago -
Kyle Zheng
$51.75Received this donation 34 days ago
Joanna
“Thank you so much Kyle! I appreciate you! 🥲”
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Ngoc Le
“You have the biggest heart ❤️❤️ you got this 🫶🫶cancer sucks”
$51.75Received this donation 34 days ago
Joanna
“Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Te quiero un chingo Ngoc. 🩷”
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Grandma Delia
$50Received this donation 67 days ago
Joanna
“Thanks for being my first donation mama 👩🏻⚖️. Love you 💛”
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Waylon
$40Received this donation 54 days ago
Joanna
“Thanks Wayway, tia loves you. 💛”
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Anonymous
$36.23Received this donation 55 days ago
Joanna
“Thank you so much 💛”
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Daisy
“Cheering you on every mile! What you’re doing for your nephew is truly inspiring. Your strength & dedication are amazing. Wishing you a safe & successful ride!”
$36.23Received this donation 33 days ago
Joanna
“Appreciate you so much, Daisy. Your encouragement keeps me going! 💛🧡”
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Desiree Dahmen
“Get those miles in 🚴♀️🚴♀️🚴♀️”
$36.23Received this donation 34 days ago
Joanna
“Gracias mi Beba. Te quiero un chingo. 🥺💛”
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Jaime Cardenas
$36.23Received this donation 59 days ago
Joanna
“Thank you so much brother. 🙏🏼🫱🏻🫲🏼✡️💛”
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Mother Mars
““Let’s gooo for Vali!!! You’re out here crushing this challenge for your nephew! You’re such an inspiration! I admire your dedication! You’re unstoppable <3”
$36.23Received this donation 34 days ago
Joanna
“Turning these rides into my world tour real quick 🤣🚴🏻♀️ Thanks for the love always. And thank you for helping me earn my jersey, your donation made it happen. 💛🧡”
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Vanessa Aguilera
$36.23Received this donation 59 days ago
Joanna
“Thank you sister, love you. 💛”
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Leslie Flores
“Best tia ever!”
$31.05Received this donation 43 days ago
Joanna
“Thank you Leslie.💛🧡 🦋”
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Rogelio Alfaro
$25.88Received this donation 59 days ago
Joanna
“Thank you!”
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Yessica Cardenas
“You got this! Let’s fight pediatric cancer!”
$25.88Received this donation 59 days ago
Joanna
“We got this! These 150 miles are for Vali 👦🏻💛”
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Darrion Nguyen
“I LOVE YOUUU!!”
$20.70Received this donation 33 days ago
Joanna
“Look at you yelling at me with love 🤣 I love you too!! So thankful for your positivity. 🥲 💕”
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Jennifer Rebollar
“So proud of you! 💛 Every mile matters 🚴 You got this in the bag!”
$20.70Received this donation 42 days ago
Joanna
“Big or small, thank you for always being so supportive. Love you always Jenny. 💛💛”
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Joel Cardoza
$20.70Received this donation 34 days ago
Joanna
“Thank you always, brother. 🧡💛”
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Jorge Deltoro
$20.70Received this donation 34 days ago -
Janett Cardenas
“You go sis !”
$20Received this donation 59 days ago
Joanna
“Thank you so much. I love you 💕”
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Liz
$20Received this donation 34 days ago
Joanna
“Grateful for you, Liz! 🥰💛🧡”