Vicki Wheeler

6years All Star
Vicki Wheeler
I am riding 300 mi in memory of Daina and my beautiful big sis Deb. Please sponsor me and support my challenge to fight kids' cancer and save lives.
I've Ridden 220.2 mi My goal is 300 mi
My Rankings
  • National: 63rd
  • State: 3rd in NY
I've raised $7,354 My goal is $7,800 Donate Now

I'm Riding For

Daina Wheeler

Daina Wheeler

We lost my stepdaughter Daina to cancer when she was only in her 20’s…. In 2025 my oldest sister lost her cancer battle after an exhausting fight. My baby sister is a survivor. Cancer SUCKS. I ride in memory of Daina - cancer cheated her out of getting married, having children, growing old. But also for all of these beloved people, as well every child ever with that life threatening diagnosis and their parents. Please support this incredibly worthwhile cause. Thank you all very much.

My Story

22 May 2025

This September, I am for the 6th year taking part in the Great Cycle Challenge to fight kids' cancer! I’m riding in memory of my stepdaughter Daina. But I’m also riding in memory of my oldest sister Deb who lost her cancer fight in February 2025, and in honor of my baby sister who is a survivor. But I also ride for every single child with cancer and the parents that love those babies.

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. Cancer SUCKS.

KIDS SHOULD BE LIVING LIFE NOT FIGHTING FOR IT!

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. And possibly someone you love.

Thank you.

My Legacy

Here's my personal impact over 6 years to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
  • 806 mi Ridden
    $1,504 Raised
    2020
  • 608 mi Ridden
    $3,833 Raised
    2021
  • 351 mi Ridden
    $4,162 Raised
    2022
  • 552 mi Ridden
    $6,270 Raised
    2023
  • 525 mi Ridden
    $6,506 Raised
    2024
  • 220 mi Ridden
    $7,354 Raised
    2025
6years
3,063 mi
Ridden
$29,629
Raised

My Challenge

  • 14.1 mi ride - Thursday, September 11, 2025
    Logged this ride 16 days ago
  • 5.1 mi ride - Wednesday, September 10, 2025
    Logged this ride 17 days ago
  • 30.2 mi ride - Wednesday, September 10, 2025
    Logged this ride 17 days ago
  • 14.5 mi ride - Tuesday, September 9, 2025
    Logged this ride 18 days ago
  • 25.7 mi ride - Monday, September 8, 2025
    Logged this ride 19 days ago
  • 18.0 mi ride - Saturday, September 6, 2025
    Logged this ride 21 days ago
  • 10.8 mi ride - Friday, September 5, 2025
    Logged this ride 22 days ago
  • 28.5 mi ride - Thursday, September 4, 2025
    Logged this ride 23 days ago
  • 20.1 mi ride - Wednesday, September 3, 2025
    Logged this ride 24 days ago
  • 31.0 mi ride - Tuesday, September 2, 2025
    Logged this ride 25 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!”
    $1,053.63
    Received this donation 16 days ago
  • Anonymous
    “In Memory of Debbie Smith Ford”
    $1,035
    Received this donation 54 days ago
    Vicki Wheeler
    Vicki
    “This donation means so much to me. It is heartbreaking knowing we hadn’t yet developed enough cancer treatments to save Debbie. But I will keep doing this every year to keep raising money to fund new research into treatments and yes, a cure. This donation is very generous and will go so far to help. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. ❤️”
  • Robert Feighan
    $776.25
    Received this donation 64 days ago
    Vicki Wheeler
    Vicki
    “Wow, Bob, what a wonderfully generous donation! I am so appreciative of your very meaningful support every year. I hope you know how much this means to me but also to all the kids you are helping to have a brighter future. Thank you. ❤️”
  • Kingston Adam’s customers
    $325
    Received this donation 27 days ago
  • Kingston Cyclery
    $258.75
    Received this donation 29 days ago
    Vicki Wheeler
    Vicki
    “Wow Bill you are amazing and sweet and so generous! I cannot thank you enough for being one of my biggest supporters in the fight against childhood cancer. Not only does your shop take excellent care of my bike, but you also are happy to give back to your community. Thank you so much! ❤️”
  • Boice’s Farm
    “Amazing what you do Vicki!!”
    $207
    Received this donation 17 days ago
    Vicki Wheeler
    Vicki
    “Wow, Sue, this is so generous and wonderful of you! And on Match Day when it is worth double! Thank you so much!! Next time I am in (end of September) I would love to give you a big hug! You and your daughter run a beautiful flower and produce shop, you work tirelessly so we can have gorgeous flowers, and you are very community minded as well. We are lucky to have you guys! ❤️”
  • Joseph DeVirgilio
    “Thanks for taking on this challenge!”
    $207
    Received this donation 55 days ago
    Vicki Wheeler
    Vicki
    “Thank you for your generosity! Love my repeat donors, keeps me going strong!”
  • Lisa Wheeler
    “I hope your knees hold up! Thank you for riding in memory of Daina and Deb. ❤️”
    $207
    Received this donation 16 days ago
    Vicki Wheeler
    Vicki
    “It’s dark so I just hopped on stationary bike, because I just saw your donation! Hahaha i thought I was done for today! But I’m happy to do it, cause as we both know, cancer needs to get banished, one way or the other. And that is an amazing, generous donation you made. Thank you so very much, I will keep doing this challenge as long as I can. Love you! ❤️”
  • Romeo Auto Group
    $200
    Received this donation 43 days ago
    Vicki Wheeler
    Vicki
    “Thank you Lisa! This is such a generous donation, I am very appreciative! It shows that Romeo cares about the communities they do business with. 😊😊”
  • David Coutts
    “Prayers for all those kids battling cancer. Safe riding Vicki!”
    $129.38
    Received this donation 63 days ago
    Vicki Wheeler
    Vicki
    “Wow David, thank you so much for your generosity. And for your prayers for the little ones. I will keep Jane in mine, along with my Daina & Debbie and so many others in my life. 💔❤️”
  • Denise VanBuren
    “Proud to provide a little support to this great cause!”
    $124.20
    Received this donation 32 days ago
    Vicki Wheeler
    Vicki
    “Thank you Denise! As one of my repeat donors, this means so much. I will always be convinced that our Central Hudson family, mostly all retired now, was the best in CH history! We are all still in contact, still helping each other and good causes. I am very thankful for your support! ❤️”
  • Frances & Leon Chiu
    “Thanks for doing this again this year and good luck!”
    $124.20
    Received this donation 54 days ago
    Vicki Wheeler
    Vicki
    “Frances, this is so generous and kind! Thank you. I enjoy seeing all your adventure, travel and home updates & photos! Keep living your best lives, and thank you so much for helping me try to ensure that children struggling with cancer do too. ❤️”
  • Anonymous
    $124.20
    Received this donation 65 days ago
    Vicki Wheeler
    Vicki
    “Thank you so much! Such a generous donation to kick things off as my first official donation this year! Very much appreciated. 😊❤️”
  • Anonymous
    $124.20
    Received this donation 17 days ago
    Vicki Wheeler
    Vicki
    “Not sure why it’s anonymous here but I can truly say that your support for this cause every single year makes my heart feel warm and fuzzy. Thank you! ❤️”
  • Mary Decker
    “Thank you for all you do to raise awareness and funds for this challenge.”
    $124.20
    Received this donation 54 days ago
    Vicki Wheeler
    Vicki
    “Wow, Mary, this is such a generous gift! Thank you so much! So very appreciated in the fight against childhood cancer, and also as we are now so close to that super hero jersey for our coworker’s grandson. ❤️”
  • Rod Smith
    $124.20
    Received this donation 63 days ago
    Vicki Wheeler
    Vicki
    “Thank you Rod! You are so generous to this cause for me every year. ❤️ I like to hope that we are making a difference in the fight to save some lives from this horrid disease….”
  • STACEY RENNER
    $124.20
    Received this donation 61 days ago
    Vicki Wheeler
    Vicki
    “Stacey, thank you so very much! You have supported this challenge practically since I started doing it. You were an excellent boss and you are a kind generous person! The one thing I miss in retirement is all the people in my work family, you are high on that list, even though I likely drove you crazy most of the time. 😂 I appreciate your annual contributions, hope you are doing well! ❤️”
  • Ernie VanDeMark
    “I am happy to donate to this great cause Vicky!! My 5 year old grandson is currently battling Leukemia and is responding very well to his treatment. Keep up the great work!!”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 57 days ago
    Vicki Wheeler
    Vicki
    “Oh Ernie, I am so sorry to hear that he has leukemia! But I hope that he continues to do well and beats it! If I get to $2500 in my fundraising, I earn a super hero jersey, I will post a pic of it on my CHGE facebook post - please let me know if you would like it for your grandson? I will do my absolute best to get to the $2500 to get it for him! Thank you so very much for your support of this great cause!”
  • Heather Adams
    “Good luck, Vicki! Amazing you do this every year!”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 45 days ago
    Vicki Wheeler
    Vicki
    “Heather! I hope you and your family are doing ok. ❤️ It is you who are amazing, as someone who cares enough to support this cause every single year! I appreciate you so very much, thank you for being you and for that generous kind heart. ❤️”
  • Kristen Murphy
    “Love you Mom!”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 17 days ago
    Vicki Wheeler
    Vicki
    “Awwww my sweet girl, love you right back! This is a wonderful, generous thing you have done. ❤️❤️❤️❤️”
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