Barbara Fitzpatrick - McLurkin

I am dedicating my ride to all of my patients & families who are still fighting, the survivors who inspire hope & those that will always be woven into my heart.

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I've Ridden 0.0 mi My goal is 100 mi

My Rankings

National: 294th
State: 12th in NC

I've raised $643 My goal is $1,500 Donate Now

My Story

3 Aug 2025

This September, I am taking part in the Great Cycle Challenge to raise money to support Pediatric Cancer research, a cause that is deeply personal to me. Over the years, I have cared for many courageous children and families facing this devastating disease and I ride in their honor. Every mile I pedal is a tribute to their courage, their battles, and their hope for a brighter tomorrow.

In the United States, approximately 15,700 children are diagnosed with cancer each year. Tragically, cancer still claims the lives of nearly 1600 children and adolescents annually, 30 lives lost every week. It is the leading cause of death by disease among children and too many are forced to trade childhood adventures and schooldays for chemotherapy and hospital visits. That is why I have set a goal to ride 100 miles this September and raise $1500.00 to support the Children's Cancer Research Fund in their quest to develop lifesaving treatments and find a cure for childhood cancer.

Here is how you can make a difference:

• Donate Online: https://greatcyclechallenge.com/riders/BarbaraFitzpatrick-McLurkin

• Spread the Word: Share my page with family, friends and coworkers.

• Encourage me along the way: Your support fuels every mile I ride.

Children should be living life, not fighting for it. Together, we can give them that chance.

Thank you for supporting me and for supporting the children and families who inspire this ride.

With deep gratitude,

Barbara McLurkin

Participant, Great Cycle Challenge 2025

My Legacy

Here's my personal impact over 3 years to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.

101 mi Ridden

$1,605 Raised

2020
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Raised

2022
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$643 Raised

2025

101 mi

Ridden

$2,248

Raised

My Challenge

$500 raised to fight kids' cancer!

I just raised $500 to fight kids' cancer and achieved GUARDIAN LEVEL in the challenge! Thank you so much for your support.

Posted 8 days ago
$250 raised to fight kids' cancer!

I just raised $250 to fight kids' cancer and achieved PROTECTOR LEVEL in the challenge! Thank you so much for your support.

Posted 10 days ago
$100 raised to fight kids' cancer!

I just raised $100 to fight kids' cancer and achieved DEFENDER LEVEL in the challenge! Thank you so much for your support.

Posted 11 days ago

My Sponsors

Olivia Grew

“Go Aunt Barbara! Thank you for everything you do to help children fight cancer and support their families! Love you! Olivia, Conor, Everett and Patrick”
$124.20
Received this donation 8 days ago

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Kurt Schramm

“Great cause!!”
$103.50
Received this donation 8 days ago

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Henry Schramm

“Good luck 🍀”
$72.45
Received this donation 8 days ago

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Michael Fitzpatrick
$72.45
Received this donation 8 days ago

Barbara
Facebook Fundraiser Donation
$56.62
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Facebook Fundraiser Donation
$51.52
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Facebook Fundraiser Donation
$51.52
Received this donation 11 days ago

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Facebook Fundraiser Donation
$50
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Anonymous

“You go girl! Have fun cycling.”
$36.23
Received this donation 10 days ago

Barbara
Facebook Fundraiser Donation
$25
Received this donation 11 days ago

Barbara