Thatcher Rortvedt

Journey of Hope 2026

My Journey of Hope!

This summer, I am dedicating my time to serving others on one of The Ability Experience's cycling events called Journey of Hope. I will be joining a team that will travel across the country in order to spread our message of empathy and acceptance for our friends with disabilities! We will meet with dozens of organizations that support people with disabilities along the way.

Please help me support The Ability Experience and this mission by making a donation through this page. The process is fast, easy and secure. Thanks so much for your support... and please share this page with any friends who you think might be interested in donating!

My achievements

Fundraising page

Updated Profile Pic

Added a Blog Post

Received 5 Donations

Reached Goal

Increased Target

Thank you to my donors

$520

Louie And Paula Gentine

$520

Rortvedt Family

Let’s go!!! Super excited for you and this amazing experience. Appreciate your care in highlighting the abilities of persons with disabilities across the country. Love this capstone experience before your next career step joining the Coast Guard!

$520

Nate Friedman

$520

Steven Stange

$500

Whitey & Jan Holt

$315

Brad Rortvedt

$262.50

Garett, Jenny, Lydia And Kole Rortvedt

Congrats Thatcher! We are so proud of you for supporting and raising awareness for inclusion of those with disabilities. A cause very near and dear to our hearts. Have an amazing adventure across the country.

$262.50

Aviva Woman

$250

Brittany E Stange

Go get em, Tiger.

$210

The Rhode Family

$157.50

Aaron Brix

$157.50

Chris Stange

Chris was having trouble with the link so I did it for him.

$157.50

Angie Hill

Thatcher, God bless you on this trip. You set a good example for others to see. All the best, Angie Hill (Cole Johnston’s grandma)

$157.50

The Newmans Family

Proud to support you and this incredible journey! Thank you for dedicating your summer to serving others, spreading empathy, and building a more inclusive world for people with disabilities. Wishing you safe travels, meaningful connections, and an unforgettable experience along the way!

$157.50

Britton Sliwinski

Congratulations on an incredible adventure! Enjoy the experiences and the learnings along the way. Be careful out there!

$151.20

Chris Stange

$150

Kelsey And Kale Rortvedt

$150

Heather And Brian Dunn

Congrats on your graduation!

$147

Ian Rortvedt

$131.25

Kowieski-jones Family

$105

Sue And Dennis Stappas

$105

The Radomski Family

Good luck Thatcher!

$105

Jamie Collins

$105

Marks Family

Enjoy the ride!

$105

The Platz Family

$105

Matthew Anchor

Great job! I am a friend of your fathers

$105

The Hardy Family

Wishing you safe and soul-filling travels coast to coast, Thatcher. What a wonderful gift you're providing, but you'll receive so much from the experience as well. Take it all in.

$105

Mark & Ginger King

Thank you for riding and supporting inclusion!!

$105

Cheryl Rortvedt

$105

The Ewigs

Best wishes, Thatcher, for a once-in-a-lifetime experience! The Ewigs will be following your adventure!

$105

Jessica Lindquist

The 4,400 miles across the USA is no small feat on a bicycle! Can’t wait to hear about your adventure supporting this incredible cause.

$104

Jacob K

$104

The Falci Family

$100

Tre & Suze

Ride on!

$100

Hagemeier Family

$99.75

Chuck And Robbie Stange

$78.75

Scott Tinkoff

It is amazing what you are doing. Good luck and enjoy the ride!

$78.75

Tony Lieggi

Enjoy the ride!!!!

$78.75

The Mulders

$78.75

The Casperson’s

Good luck! Just keep pedaling Thatcher! Congrats on your graduation.

$78.75

Jason Froula

$78

Janice Burgess

Congratulations to you for graduating and then heading off on the adventure of a lifetime! We're so proud of you for your endeavor this summer. It's certainly a worthwhile cause and I know you'll be making memories and meeting new friends along the way! Love, Grandma

$65

Lisa Elliott

Great way to make a difference. Honored to donate to you and this great cause. Enjoy the ride and the impact you will make.

$52.50

Thatcher Rortvedt

$52.50

Carly Kelly

$52.50

Ryan Schuelke

$52.50

Rana June

$52.50

Holly Beaudry

$52

Ellen Gutierrez

Thank you for pedaling and making a positive difference!!

$50

Teddy Braman

$50

Rev. Robert Ater

Good luck, Thatcher!

$50

The Johnston Family (cole's Parents, Brother And Dog)

Thatcher- what an amazing accomplishment! We are so proud of you and your continued efforts to support The Ability Experience. Safe travels!

$36.75

Peter Fralick

$26.25

Theresa Zanella

I couldn’t let you get dangerously close to your goal without helping. Good luck on the ride, enjoy the adventure, and thank you for supporting such a great cause!

$26.25

Nolan Carpenter

Let’s go dude, proud of you and best of luck with training + fundraising

$25

Joyce Lisowe

Congratulations & good luck on your journey. ❤️

$21.02

Anonymous

$21

Tom Ladd Ii

Workin hard or hardly workin??

$20

Ryan Nielsen

$10.50

Jacob Marak

For the kids and such