Merilyn Smith

6years All Star
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 402.5 mi to fight kids' cancer
My Rankings
  • National: 392nd
  • State: 9th in SC
I've raised $3,070 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
  • 402 mi Ridden
    $3,070 Raised
    2025
6years
2,446 mi
Ridden
$10,338
Raised

My Challenge

  • 10.2 mi ride - Lasted - Tuesday, September 30, 2025
    Logged this ride 10 days ago
  • 8.0 mi ride - Let’s get this done. - Monday, September 29, 2025

    From My driveway before the rain to My driveway got it before the rain.

    Logged this ride 11 days ago
  • 11.3 mi ride - Sunday Afternoon - Sunday, September 28, 2025
    Logged this ride 13 days ago
  • 14.2 mi ride - Rainy Day - Saturday, September 27, 2025
    Logged this ride 13 days ago
  • 6.0 mi ride - Much To Short - Friday, September 26, 2025
    Logged this ride 14 days ago
  • 19.2 mi ride - A Long One - Wednesday, September 24, 2025
    Logged this ride 15 days ago
  • 15.0 mi ride - Trying to Make It - Tuesday, September 23, 2025
    Logged this ride 16 days ago
  • 8.0 mi ride - Short but sweet. - Tuesday, September 23, 2025
    Logged this ride 17 days ago
  • 9.5 mi ride - Shorter Because of Yesterday - Monday, September 22, 2025
    Logged this ride 18 days ago
  • 21.5 mi ride - Long and Sore - Sunday, September 21, 2025
    Logged this ride 19 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 30 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 57 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 41 days ago
    Merilyn Smith
    Merilyn
    “Thank you so much for supporting me and the kids.”
  • Julie Drew
    “Merilyn- I admire you greatly for taking on this challenge. Been meaning to donate and glad you mentioned it at church today. Congratulations for meeting your goal this week.”
    $124.20
    Received this donation 12 days ago
    Merilyn Smith
    Merilyn
    “Thank you Julie for supporting my ride and especially for helping to find a cure for this horrible disease that threatens these little ones. I know the kids appreciate you also.”
  • 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 58 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 43 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 24 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 31 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 38 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 25 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 25 days ago
    Merilyn Smith
    Merilyn
    “Thanks so much for supporting me on the ride. I know the kids we are helping are greatful also.”
  • Sallie Stone
    $100
    Received this donation 4 days ago
    Merilyn Smith
    Merilyn
    “Thank you so much Sallie. You put me over another mark for the kids. They thank you also for being so generous.”
  • 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 42 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 30 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 30 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 43 days ago
    Merilyn Smith
    Merilyn
    “Thank you. Your support is very appreciated and I know the kids are thankful also.”
  • Mark Gwynn
    “Amazing six-year legacy rider!”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 12 days ago
    Merilyn Smith
    Merilyn
    “Thank you Mark for supporting my ride and helping the kids. I really appreciate your help.”
  • Read Clarke
    “You go girl. With you all the way”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 107 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 39 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 58 days ago
    Merilyn Smith
    Merilyn
    “Thank you Alice for Supporting me. I appreciate your generosity and i know the kids do.”
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