Merilyn Smith

6years
Merilyn Smith
Cancer is the biggest killer of kids from disease in the USA, 38 children die every week. Please donate now and support my challenge to fight kids' cancer!
I've Ridden 318.5 mi My goal is 400 mi
My Rankings
  • National: 509th
  • State: 8th in SC
I've raised $2,601 to fight kids' cancer Donate Now

I'm Riding For

In memory of Steve Schnobrich & 2 fighters Bonnie & Tom.

Not quite a kid but would like to help save them from this disease.

My Story

10 Jul 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.

So I am raising funds through my challenge to help these kids and 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.

My Legacy

Here's my personal impact over 6 years to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
  • 509 mi Ridden
    $690 Raised
    2018
  • 387 mi Ridden
    $542 Raised
    2020
  • 311 mi Ridden
    $1,169 Raised
    2021
  • 425 mi Ridden
    $3,529 Raised
    2023
  • 411 mi Ridden
    $1,337 Raised
    2024
  • 318 mi Ridden
    $2,601 Raised
    2025
6years
2,362 mi
Ridden
$9,869
Raised

My Challenge

  • 8.0 mi ride - Short but sweet. - Tuesday, September 23, 2025
    Logged this ride 2 days ago
  • 9.5 mi ride - Shorter Because of Yesterday - Monday, September 22, 2025
    Logged this ride 3 days ago
  • 21.5 mi ride - Long and Sore - Sunday, September 21, 2025
    Logged this ride 4 days ago
  • 17.2 mi ride - Busy/Late - Saturday, September 20, 2025
    Logged this ride 5 days ago
  • 15.0 mi ride - Beautiful Sunset - Friday, September 19, 2025
    Logged this ride 6 days ago
  • 20.0 mi ride - Longest yet - Thursday, September 18, 2025
    Logged this ride 7 days ago
  • 10.0 mi ride - Short Must Catch Up - Wednesday, September 17, 2025
    Logged this ride 8 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 8 days ago
  • 17.5 mi ride - Read the Bridge - Monday, September 15, 2025
    Logged this ride 9 days ago
  • 12.0 mi ride - Borrowed - Sunday, September 14, 2025
    Logged this ride 11 days ago

My Sponsors

  • 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!”
    $348.27
    Received this donation 14 days ago
    Merilyn Smith
    Merilyn
    “Thank you for matching us. This hopefully means that we are that much closer to beating this horrible disease.”
  • George Utter
    “You GO!!!!!....Merilyn.”
    $258.75
    Received this donation 42 days ago
    Merilyn Smith
    Merilyn
    “Double wow George! Thank you so much for your generous donation to this great cause. This is really helping to find a cure for this terrible disease.”
  • CELESTE NALWASKY
    “You are courageous, generous, and my friend. All those children will benefit. I thank you for them.”
    $124.20
    Received this donation 25 days ago
    Merilyn Smith
    Merilyn
    “Thank you so much for supporting me and the kids.”
  • Kathlyn Gray
    “I’m honored to support you as you take this challenge on year after year—really inspiring, Merilyn.”
    $124.20
    Received this donation 42 days ago
    Merilyn Smith
    Merilyn
    “Wow Thank you Kathlyn. I know the Kids appreciate even more. As long as my legs and feet will turn the pedals I will do this . No one should have to deal with this disease especially the Kids.”
  • ken kraft
    “God bless you. Ride safely.”
    $124.20
    Received this donation 28 days ago
    Merilyn Smith
    Merilyn
    “Thank you so much for your continued support the kids and I really appreciate it.”
  • Mary Schnobrich
    $124.20
    Received this donation 8 days ago
    Merilyn Smith
    Merilyn
    “Oh Mary, thank you so much. THA kids thank you also and yo pushed me over my goal for them.”
  • Rick and Barb
    $124.20
    Received this donation 15 days ago
    Merilyn Smith
    Merilyn
    “Thank you two for supporting me on this ride for the kids. I appreciate your kindness and I I know the kids would give you a hug if they could.”
  • Jane Forsythe
    “It is a blessing to be riding on your shoulders Marilyn. Love supporting your mission!”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 22 days ago
    Merilyn Smith
    Merilyn
    “Thank you so much for this donation. You know you are really helping to find a cure so these kids will not suffer.”
  • Carol Atherton
    $100
    Received this donation 9 days ago
    Merilyn Smith
    Merilyn
    “Thank you so much for supporting me and the Kids. I very mutely appreciate it.”
  • Patty Patek
    $100
    Received this donation 9 days ago
    Merilyn Smith
    Merilyn
    “Thanks so much for supporting me on the ride. I know the kids we are helping are greatful also.”
  • Barbara & Bob Anderson
    “Marilyn, Thanks for supporting the kids for so many years. You are an amazing lady. Pedal safely. Barbara & Bob”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 26 days ago
    Merilyn Smith
    Merilyn
    “Thank you so much for this support. The kids and I appreciate it very much.”
  • Brooke Pearson
    $72.45
    Received this donation 15 days ago
    Merilyn Smith
    Merilyn
    “Brooke thank you so much for your support on Kick Cancer Day. We reached our goal of matching the 1,500,000.. In fact we did better than that. Hopefully this horrible disease will soon be eradicated.”
  • Anonymous
    “Thanks to all the 'butt kicker' riders!”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 15 days ago
    Merilyn Smith
    Merilyn
    “Who ever you are thank you so much for your support. We are closer to defeating this horrible disease because of people like you.”
  • Linda Chappell
    “You are truly an inspiration! Go Merilyn!”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 28 days ago
    Merilyn Smith
    Merilyn
    “Thank you. Your support is very appreciated and I know the kids are thankful also.”
  • Read Clarke
    “You go girl. With you all the way”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 91 days ago
    Merilyn Smith
    Merilyn
    “Hi. Missing you at LCR. We are just finishing up. Thank you so much for supporting me on this ride to help the kids kick cancer. I appreciate it very much and I know the kids do.”
  • Sandra Click
    “Looking good Merilyn! You got this!”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 23 days ago
    Merilyn Smith
    Merilyn
    “Thank you so much Sandy. This means a lot to me and the kids we are trying to save from this horrible disease.”
  • Alice Miller
    “Thanks for accepting the challenge to raise money for cancer research to help find a cure. Your efforts are appreciated and supported. Thanks Marilyn.”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 42 days ago
    Merilyn Smith
    Merilyn
    “Thank you Alice for Supporting me. I appreciate your generosity and i know the kids do.”
  • jack and chris nietert
    “We love supporting a dedicated rider! Happy cycling.”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 25 days ago
    Merilyn Smith
    Merilyn
    “Thank you so much for your support. I know the Kids will be grateful also. Next Year jack and I will have to create a TEAM.”
  • Jennifer Graves
    “Thanks for doing this ride.”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 25 days ago
    Merilyn Smith
    Merilyn
    “Thank you so much for your support on this ride.. it all comes down to the children we help.”
  • jerome Sonnabend
    $51.75
    Received this donation 26 days ago
    Merilyn Smith
    Merilyn
    “Thank you. Your support is greatly appreciated.”
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