Kayla Schmitz
- National: 1206th
- State: 24th in TN
My Story
Why I Ride
This September, I’m taking part in the Great Cycle Challenge to end childhood cancer — because kids should be living life, not fighting for it.
When I was in high school, I did a venn diagram activity to explore potential career paths. One circle was labeled passions, and the other abilities. Right in the middle, where the two overlapped, was my calling: nursing. I’ve always had a deep heart for children fighting cancer, and I knew I wanted to use my skills to help make a difference in their lives.
While I didn’t end up working in pediatric oncology, that passion has never left me. Supporting the Great Cycle Challenge is my way of continuing to fight for these brave kids — to honor those we’ve lost, and stand with those still in the fight. Every mile I ride this September will be for them.
Please consider supporting my ride and helping fund life-saving research to find safer, more effective treatments — and ultimately, cures for all childhood cancers.
Thank you!
My Legacy
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210 mi Ridden$333 Raised2024
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Ridden$197 Raised2025
My Challenge
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Easing into my rides 🚲🌅
2 Aug 2025We had a break from the rain this evening so I hopped on a bike to feel what 7 miles was like👊🏼 To reach my goal of 215mi during September - I’ll have to ride around 7mi every day 🚲 it’s not a walk in the park but I’m determined to get it done. huge thank you to those who are supporting me throughout this!! 💛
Posted 15 days ago -
Kicked off my fundraising 🚲💛
31 Jul 2025Fundraising is off to a strong start with $119 raised within the first day of sharing my link! Huge thank you to those who have already donated (Grace, Claire, Jill and Kim) I cannot express how grateful I am for your generosity! Because of these quick donations my photo will be shared on a billboard in Times Square on Tribute Day! Can’t wait to share that update here! 🎞️
Posted 16 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 16 days ago -
A little over one month away!!
25 Jul 2025I am excited to be riding for my second year in a row to raise money for such a great cause! Last year I rode 210 miles and raised $333! This year my goal is 215 miles and $335! Let the countdown to September 1 begin!
Posted 23 days ago
My Sponsors
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Lynn Riebe
“So very excited and proud of you as you continue to create awareness for this very important cause!!”
$77.63Received this donation 16 days ago
Kayla
“Thank you so much for supporting and encouraging me in this cause 💛 love you!”
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Claire Meyer-Hagen
“You’re amazing!! Go Kayla go🥳🥳🥳”
$36.23Received this donation 17 days ago
Kayla
“Claire thank you so much for constantly supporting me and being in my corner 🫶🏼 forever thankful for you friend!”
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Jill Winstanley
“Go Kay!!!”
$36.23Received this donation 16 days ago
Kayla
“forever my biggest cheerleader 🥹 love you forever bestie! Thank you so much🫶🏼”
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Kim McCoy
“I'm happy to donate to your Great Cycle Challenge ♥️”
$36.23Received this donation 17 days ago
Kayla
“Thank you for supporting me in this great cause! Love and miss you! 🫶🏼”
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Grace Hornberger
“Go Kayla 👏 you got this!! Great cause :)”
$10.35Received this donation 17 days ago
Kayla
“Thank you for supporting my grace🥹 let me know if you want to go on a bike ride in September 😉🫶🏼”