Connie Merchant

2years
Connie Merchant
I am riding 150 mi in memory of Sully Shields. Please sponsor me and support my challenge to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
I've Ridden 164.0 mi to fight kids' cancer
My Rankings
  • National: 204th
  • State: 5th in NJ
I've raised $4,065 to fight kids' cancer Donate Now

I'm Riding For

Sully Shields

My Story

19 Aug 2025

This September, I am taking part in the Great Cycle Challenge to fight kids' cancer!

Why? Because right now, cancer is the biggest killer of children from disease in the United States. Over 15,700 children are diagnosed every year, and sadly, 38 children die of cancer every week.

Kids should be living life, not fighting for it.

One such kid is Sully Shields, a brave 13-year old from Maryland. He was diagnosed with stage four neuroblastoma at age four, was treated, relapsed and then cancer free for years. In April of 2023, he was diagnosed with another form of cancer. Sully fought bravely with a positive attitude and a winning smile. Unfortunately, he lost his battle with cancer in early September 2023.

We have come to know several families on this cancer-fighting roller coaster. We have to find better treatment options for these kids!

So I am raising funds through my challenge to help these kids, thinking especially of Sully and his family every mile, to support Children's Cancer Research Fund to allow them to continue their work to develop lifesaving treatments and find a cure for childhood cancer.

Please support me by making a donation to give these kids the brighter futures they deserve.

Your support will change little lives.

Thank you.

Connie

aka Geeber Con, Con Dizzle, Contraire, Sis

My Legacy

Here's my personal impact over 2 years to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
  • 102 mi Ridden
    $3,332 Raised
    2023
  • 164 mi Ridden
    $4,065 Raised
    2025
2years
266 mi
Ridden
$7,397
Raised

My Challenge

  • 21.0 mi ride - All over Bethany - Saturday, September 20, 2025
    Logged this ride 7 days ago
  • 16.0 mi ride - South Bethany downtown and back Savannah’s landing - Thursday, September 18, 2025
    Logged this ride 9 days ago
  • 14.0 mi ride - Bear trap lord Balt forest landing - Wednesday, September 17, 2025
    Logged this ride 10 days ago
  • 7.0 mi ride - Bear trap silver woods - Monday, September 15, 2025
    Logged this ride 12 days ago
  • 8.0 mi ride - Clearwater in hunters run - Sunday, September 14, 2025
    Logged this ride 13 days ago
  • 8.0 mi ride - Bear trap in Forest Landing - Saturday, September 13, 2025
    Logged this ride 13 days ago
  • 12.0 mi ride - Bear Trap Forest Landing - Friday, September 12, 2025
    Logged this ride 15 days ago
  • 20.0 mi ride - James preserve salt pond - Thursday, September 11, 2025
    Logged this ride 16 days ago
  • $2,500 raised to fight kids' cancer!

    I just raised $2,500 to fight kids' cancer and achieved SUPERHERO LEVEL in the challenge! Thank you so much for your support.

    Posted 16 days ago
  • 12.0 mi ride - Bear Trap - Saturday, September 6, 2025
    Logged this ride 21 days ago

My Sponsors

  • Anonymous
    $500
    Received this donation 26 days ago
    Connie Merchant
    Connie
    “I don’t know who to think for putting me over the top of my goal. But I really appreciate it! I’m so inspired by the stories of these kids and their families. And I admire the scientists who keep trying to find better solutions. Thanks for making a difference in the lives of these littles.”
  • 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!”
    $457.36
    Received this donation 16 days ago
    Connie Merchant
    Connie
    “I woke up this morning and had tears in my eyes when I saw my total going up. We have to give hope to these families that we will find a better way to help them. Thank you❤️”
  • Maryland Merchant’s
    “Your heart is HUGE and we love it. Keep up the hard work and the fight!!! -🫶🏼🫶🏼🫶🏼MD Merchant’s”
    $339.48
    Received this donation 33 days ago
    Connie Merchant
    Connie
    “You guys rock! Thanks for supporting this important cause! Love Geeber Con”
  • Sarah Kaiser
    “Together we will all kick cancer’s butt! In honor of my father, Tim Moss. Go Connie! You’re almost there! ❤️”
    $207
    Received this donation 7 days ago
    Connie Merchant
    Connie
    “Thank you so much, Sarah. I know from your experiences with the kids camp how much these donations are needed. We have to find better solutions for these families! Your Donation really helps❤️”
  • Erin and Jeff
    “Go Geeber!”
    $155.25
    Received this donation 16 days ago
    Connie Merchant
    Connie
    “Thanks, Jeff and Erin. Each donation further inspires make to keep on riding!”
  • Audrey Williams
    “Connie, It's people like you that make a difference in this world. Having fought breast cancer almost a year ago, I saw many young children fighting too. It broke my heart and made me stronger to fight forward with love and gratitude! Good luck on your miles!! 💕 ❤️ Audrey”
    $124.20
    Received this donation 16 days ago
    Connie Merchant
    Connie
    “I’ve prayed for you many times on your journey. You know the kind of courage it takes to get through this. We will find better solutions through these donations. Thank you!❤️”
  • christina south
    $124.20
    Received this donation 16 days ago
    Connie Merchant
    Connie
    “Thanks Christie! I feel so supported by the Annapolis crew. Your donation will help to find better solutions for these families❤️”
  • Helene and Jim Verner
    “Go Connie, an excellent reason to ride!”
    $124.20
    Received this donation 23 days ago
    Connie Merchant
    Connie
    “You two are the most amazing cyclists out there! Every donation helps me get motivated to get out and do more miles. Thanks!❤️”
  • Michael Simpson
    “Ride on, sistah!!!”
    $124.20
    Received this donation 29 days ago
    Connie Merchant
    Connie
    “Thanks brother and sis. Your donation helps when funding cuts make it more challenging to do this important work. Thanks❤️”
  • Kathleen Kimple
    “Thanks for all that you do. Happy riding!”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 35 days ago
    Connie Merchant
    Connie
    “Thanks friends and neighbors. Your donation inspires me to ride each day. Let’s kick cancer’s butt!❤️”
  • Lauren Wright
    “I make this donation in honor of my dear niece Heather who died from cancer. Gone but forever in my heart. Bike on warriors to support the families and their oved ones as they fight for LIFE !”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 35 days ago
  • Marilee Casale
    “Thank you, Connie, for being an incredible source of support and inspiration to all of us for this important cause. My great niece was diagnosed last year with cancer. After treatment, she is cancer free but we don’t know what the future holds for her. Cancer research is critical for treatments and a cure. Our sincere thanks!”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 33 days ago
  • Stephen Merchant
    $103.50
    Received this donation 33 days ago
  • Steven Page
    “Go get 'em, AC!”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 33 days ago
    Connie Merchant
    Connie
    “Thanks for your donation. We will find better solutions for these families!❤️”
  • Facebook Fundraiser Donation
    $102.53
    Received this donation 37 days ago
    Connie Merchant
    Connie
    “Thanks for supporting my rides! Let’s find some better solutions for these kids and their families ❤️”
  • John Simpson
    “Ride, Connie, Ride! 🤩”
    $77.63
    Received this donation 35 days ago
    Connie Merchant
    Connie
    “Thanks brother and sis. Your donation inspires me to ride on!”
  • Barbara Pettebone
    “You go girl!!”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 16 days ago
    Connie Merchant
    Connie
    “Many thanks from one “friend on the journey” to another!❤️”
  • Anonymous
    $72.45
    Received this donation 16 days ago
    Connie Merchant
    Connie
    “Thanks! Let’s kick cancer’s butt!”
  • Emily Merchant
    “Great Work Geeber!! An inspiration to us all <3”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 16 days ago
    Connie Merchant
    Connie
    “Thanks to my Highland Park family. Your donation will help lots of families feel helpful in the shadow of a challenging diagnosis. Love you!😘”
  • Maggie Mikolay
    “Go Connie! So awesome. Love from Annapolis”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 25 days ago
    Connie Merchant
    Connie
    “The Naptown crew has stepped it up! Thanks so much!❤️”
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