Julia Byriel

9years
Julia Byriel
I am riding 600 mi in memory of Kim. Please sponsor me and support my challenge to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
I've Ridden 632.2 mi to fight kids' cancer
My Rankings
  • National: 1237th
  • State: 68th in PA
I've raised $1,376 to fight kids' cancer Donate Now

I'm Riding For

Kim

Kim

Forever loved, never forgotten...

My Story

24 Jun 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 9 years to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
  • 251 mi Ridden
    $200 Raised
    2017
  • 283 mi Ridden
    $350 Raised
    2018
  • 382 mi Ridden
    $541 Raised
    2019
  • 404 mi Ridden
    $1,003 Raised
    2020
  • 551 mi Ridden
    $909 Raised
    2021
  • 572 mi Ridden
    $585 Raised
    2022
  • 505 mi Ridden
    $577 Raised
    2023
  • 564 mi Ridden
    $908 Raised
    2024
  • 632 mi Ridden
    $1,376 Raised
    2025
9years
4,143 mi
Ridden
$6,449
Raised

My Challenge

  • 12.0 mi ride - Zwift on Wahoo Kickr - Monday, September 29, 2025
    Logged this ride 11 days ago
  • 100.4 mi ride - D&L Rail Trail - Saturday, September 27, 2025
    Logged this ride 13 days ago
  • 22.0 mi ride - Zwift on Yahoo Kickr - Thursday, September 25, 2025
    Logged this ride 15 days ago
  • $1,000 raised to fight kids' cancer!

    I just raised $1,000 to fight kids' cancer and achieved WARRIOR LEVEL in the challenge! Thank you so much for your support.

    Posted 17 days ago
  • 31.0 mi ride - D&L Rail Trail - Tuesday, September 23, 2025
    Logged this ride 18 days ago
  • 21.5 mi ride - D&L Rail Trail - Sunday, September 21, 2025
    Logged this ride 20 days ago
  • 66.4 mi ride - D&L Rail Trail Glen Onoko - Saturday, September 20, 2025
    Logged this ride 20 days ago
  • 31.0 mi ride - D&L Rail Trail - Friday, September 19, 2025
    Logged this ride 21 days ago
  • 15.1 mi ride - Zwift on Wahoo Kickr - Thursday, September 18, 2025
    Logged this ride 22 days ago
  • 31.7 mi ride - D&L trail - Tuesday, September 16, 2025
    Logged this ride 24 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!”
    $217.49
    Received this donation 30 days ago
    Julia Byriel
    Julia
    “Thank you so much, that is incredibly kind and awesome!!!”
  • Anonymous
    “Aus irgendwelchen Gründen habe ich gerade an Dich gedacht und diese Seite gefunden. Toll, dass Du das machst! Ganz liebe Grüße, Andreas”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 89 days ago
    Julia Byriel
    Julia
    “Nanu? Andreas? Jetzt musst Du mir leider weiterhelfen, da ich mehr als einen kenne. Aber so oder so danke ich dir erstmal ganz herzlich fuer die gelungene Ueberraschung und die mehr als grosszuegige Spende. Dieser Fundraiser liegt mir seit Jahren am Herzen und gibt mir das Gefuehl etwas gutes zu tun. Also "oute" dich mal bitte. Viele Gruesse und nochmals ein dickes DANKE!”
  • Cindy
    “So proud of you - thanks for all you do to make the world a better place❤️”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 12 days ago
    Julia Byriel
    Julia
    “Aw, my sweetest friend, you are my role model in kindness, and the world is a better place because you are in it!!! <3 Thank you so very much for your more than generous donation and support. It means the world to me. After the first year I didn't think I would sign up year after year, but how can I not honor Kim and do just a little bit to make sure that a cure for all cancers will be found. The support of dearest friends like you is definitely my motivation. Sending a huge hug I will give you in person this week. Can't wait!”
  • Irene Ziegler
    “We're honored to support you and this endeavor from the Love All Ways Fund of The Luzerne Foundation in memory of Bill Ziegler.”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 12 days ago
    Julia Byriel
    Julia
    “Awww, Irene, that brought tears to my eyes and I thank you from the bottom of my heart. I can't even tell you how much I admire your strength and all of your accomplishments I see on FB. And I am honored to receive this donation in memory of your husband, as I ride in memory of mine. <3 Sending a big hug. Thank you so much!”
  • Maria Parra
    “So proud of you, Julia!! Good luck completing the challenge again this year!”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 39 days ago
    Julia Byriel
    Julia
    “Thank you so much, Maria. You are the best and I really appreciate your support again!!! I am so motivated, I may even try to raise my miles this year. Let's meet for lunch soon. I should figure out my schedule within the next few days and would love to catch up. It's going to be on me. THANK YOU! Sending hugs!”
  • Terry Tokach
    “Go Julia! Thank you for doing this!!!! What a perfect way to honor Kim. 💛”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 17 days ago
    Julia Byriel
    Julia
    “Oh Terry, my sweet friend...<3 Thank you so much for your MORE than generous donation!!! It's my ninth year riding for this and I am not stopping. I am very uncomfortable at fundraising, but at least for this one I am doing something. And I truly love the support from everyone, including YOU!!! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!! First drink tomorrow is on me! <3”
  • Katherine Niederhelman
    “Great riding with you at Pine Creek on Saturday.”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 26 days ago
    Julia Byriel
    Julia
    “Omg, you did it again. You are so sweet, thank you so very much. I enjoyed our little time together and was hoping to see you again later in the day. I didn't get back until 6:30pm, though, made the 80mi I had hoped for. Hopefully, we can ride again next year. Sending a big hug!”
  • Marita Harfman
    “Worked with Kim years ago and often wondered if you stayed in this area. Didn’t know about this challenge but I feel it’s definitely a worthy cause. Good Luck, you are awesome.”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 30 days ago
    Julia Byriel
    Julia
    “Hi Marita. Your name did sound familiar...Thank you so much. This is the ninth year I am riding for this cause and I am very motivated in doing so. And yes, I have stayed in the area, mostly because our children grew up here. Are you still at Intermetro? Again, I appreciate your very generous support tremendously, thank you!!!”
  • Shelly kostoff
    “You are a hero my friend! Congrats on meeting your goal again and staying in such great shape!”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 12 days ago
    Julia Byriel
    Julia
    “Shelly, thank you so much!!! Your support means so much to me. I can't tell you how often I think about our time at Sem and training for our tri. So much fun! I am beyond grateful to be doing this fundraiser for 9 years now, and I truly hope I can continue for many more years! Sending hugs!!! Thank you!!!”
  • Anonymous
    “So so, Du kennst also mehr als einen Andreas;-))) Also gut, dann hier vielleicht des Rätsels Lösung - oder? Profilbild erkennbar?”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 88 days ago
    Julia Byriel
    Julia
    “Na, Du bist ja ein Spassvogel. Anonym ist doch anonym. Da wird mir kein Profilbild gezeigt. Und gefuehlte 100 Jahre spaeter erkenne ich da vielleicht eh nichts ;-) Ein Nachname (falls nicht durch Heirat oder sonstigem geaendert) wuerde schon helfen. Und damit du nicht nochmal spenden musst (nochmals tausend Dank, ein einzelner Dollar haette es auch getan) ist hier meine e-mail Adresse: julia.byriel@gmail.com”
  • Kim Sarna
    “Julia you are a hero!!”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 30 days ago
    Julia Byriel
    Julia
    “Kim, I am not sure about the hero part, but thank you so much for your donation. This fundraiser means so much to me and I truly appreciate your support. Too many people are affected by cancer and a cure needs to be found! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!”
  • Dawn Zera
    $36.23
    Received this donation 87 days ago
    Julia Byriel
    Julia
    “Dawn, I just saw your donation. Not sure why now and not when you actually sent it. Thank you sooo very much, that is so sweet of you and means a lot to me. I still think about our triathlon and it always brings a big smile to my face. We missed you the other day at Katie's and I haven't bumped into you at Wegman's in a while. If you are ever up for a coffee, please let me know.”
  • Gina Bortz
    $36.23
    Received this donation 31 days ago
    Julia Byriel
    Julia
    “Gina, thank you so much, you are too kind. This fundraiser means so much to me and I am very grateful for your support! Thank you!!!”
  • Anonymous
    “💪🏼🌈🚴‍♀️👩‍💻”
    $36.23
    Received this donation 101 days ago
    Julia Byriel
    Julia
    “Thank you so much, "anonymous", though I have a feeling I know who you are...your support means a lot to me, so thank you!!! 🤗 🌈 ⛳️”
  • Nicole Cefalo
    $36.23
    Received this donation 30 days ago
    Julia Byriel
    Julia
    “Hi Nicole. I am not sure I know you. Did you possibly know Kim? Thank you so much for your support, this fundraiser means so much to me and your support and kindness will make a difference. Thank you!!!”
  • Karen Kozich
    $25.88
    Received this donation 31 days ago
    Julia Byriel
    Julia
    “Thank you so very much, Karen. You are the best. This fundraiser means so much to me and I am extremely grateful for your support! Thank you!!!”
  • Lori Kozelsky
    “Way to go!”
    $25
    Received this donation 31 days ago
    Julia Byriel
    Julia
    “My sweet Lori, thank you soooo much!! This fundraiser means so much to me and I really appreciate your support!!! Sending a ton of grateful hugs, hopefully one in person, soon, too! Thank you!!! <3 <3 <3”
  • Tony Blackwell
    “Awesome job Julia !!”
    $20.70
    Received this donation 30 days ago
    Julia Byriel
    Julia
    “Thank you so much, Tony!!! You know what a big deal this fundraiser is to me and I appreciate your support a LOT. You should sign up again, so I can support you as well :-) See you Friday”
  • Julia Byriel
    “I am usually kicking off the challenge with my personal donation, but two donors beat me to it. So here it is. I can't wait to ride in September to help this meaningful cause.”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 88 days ago
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