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California cyclist, 73, rides 3,200 miles and raises $740,000 to fight child hunger

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What happened

Mark Strauss embarked on an incredible 3,200-mile cycling journey over 69 days to support the No Kid Hungry initiative, raising an impressive $740,000 toward a target of $1 million.

Key facts

  • Mark Strauss embarked on an incredible 3,200-mile cycling journey over 69 days to support the No Kid Hungry initiative, raising an impressive $740,000 toward a target of $1 million.
  • Reported by Times of India and published Fri, 09 Oct 2026 15:30:00 UTC.

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