Sean Johnson's Motorcycle Challenge
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"When my son Christian was diagnosed with cancer at age four, Candlelighters was there to support my whole family. Now I'm riding 11,000 miles in 13 days to raise funds and awareness for childhood cancer."
In August of 2026, I will be participating in the Hoka Hey Motorcycle Challenge™, an event that spans 11,000 miles in just 13 days, across North America on a route comprised of backroads and local highways. I ride in honor of Christian and fundraise for Candlelighters For Children With Cancer, an organization that provides hope for families like ours through the darkest of times.
Track Sean's Ride!
Visit the link below to see Sean's satellite Tracker for location on the Hoka Hey Motorcycle Challenge™, so that you can follow his route in real time.
Christian's Story
On Easter Sunday 2014, with his fifth birthday just days away, our son Christian’s life changed forever. A day that started with fatigue, nausea, and a grey pallor, ended in the hospital with a terrifying diagnosis: lymphoblastic leukemia. For the next six years, Randall Children’s Hospital would become his second home. But through the pain and confusion, there was always love—and hope. Alongside us stood Candlelighters, an organization that became a lifeline in our personal storm. From care packages to events and family outings, they reminded Christian that he was still a kid allowed to laugh, dream, and feel seen, and reminded our whole family we were not alone.
After six difficult years, Christian was declared in full remission. He’s thriving—keeping up with his studies, socializing, excelling in baseball, and dreaming big about the future. Christian’s story is one of hope, courage, and community. Candlelighters was there when Christian and our family needed them most. This is why I am doing all that I can to pay it forward so that other Candlelighters families battling pediatric cancer can benefit from all the services the organization has to offer.
Christian through the years
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