Kayla Schmitz

2years
Kayla Schmitz
Riding to fight childhood cancer—honoring brave kids and supporting the cause that inspired me to become a nurse.
I've Ridden 28.3 mi My goal is 215 mi
My Rankings
  • National: 2645th
  • State: 43rd in TN
I've raised $197 My goal is $335 Donate Now

My Story

24 Jul 2025

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

Here's my personal impact over 2 years to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
  • 210 mi Ridden
    $333 Raised
    2024
  • Ridden
    $197 Raised
    2025
2years
238 mi
Ridden
$530
Raised

My Challenge

  • 7.3 mi ride - Greatest Showman Ride 🎪 - Thursday, September 4, 2025
    Logged this ride 20 hours ago
  • 7.0 mi ride - Halfway through week 1! 🏆 - Tuesday, September 2, 2025
    Logged this ride 1 day ago
  • 7.0 mi ride - Monday, September 1, 2025
    Logged this ride 1 day ago
  • 7.0 mi ride - First Ride - Let’s Go!! - Monday, September 1, 2025
    Logged this ride 4 days ago
  • And the Race begins!! 🚴🏼‍♀️
    1 Sep 2025

    Today is the day‼️ Kicked off the month of September by knocking out 7 miles! My goal is to ride at least 7 miles everyday to reach my goal of 215 by the end of the month👊🏼 stay tuned for updates ❤️

    And the Race begins!! 🚴🏼‍♀️
    Posted 4 days ago
  • Tribute Day 🚴
    24 Aug 2025

    Thank you to those who have already donated! Because of your generosity I was able to have my page shared in Times Square during tribute day! Counting down the days until I start tracking my miles! 🚴

    Tribute Day 🚴
    Posted 12 days ago
  • Easing into my rides 🚲🌅
    2 Aug 2025

    We 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!! 💛

    Easing into my rides 🚲🌅
    Posted 35 days ago
  • Kicked off my fundraising 🚲💛
    31 Jul 2025

    Fundraising 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! 🎞️

    Kicked off my fundraising 🚲💛
    Posted 36 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 36 days ago
  • A little over one month away!!
    25 Jul 2025

    I 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!

    A little over one month away!!
    Posted 43 days ago

My Sponsors

  • Lynn Riebe
    “So very excited and proud of you as you continue to create awareness for this very important cause!!”
    $77.63
    Received this donation 36 days ago
    Kayla Schmitz
    Kayla
    “Thank you so much for supporting and encouraging me in this cause 💛 love you!”
  • Claire Meyer-Hagen
    “You’re amazing!! Go Kayla go🥳🥳🥳”
    $36.23
    Received this donation 37 days ago
    Kayla Schmitz
    Kayla
    “Claire thank you so much for constantly supporting me and being in my corner 🫶🏼 forever thankful for you friend!”
  • Jill Winstanley
    “Go Kay!!!”
    $36.23
    Received this donation 36 days ago
    Kayla Schmitz
    Kayla
    “forever my biggest cheerleader 🥹 love you forever bestie! Thank you so much🫶🏼”
  • Kim McCoy
    “I'm happy to donate to your Great Cycle Challenge ♥️”
    $36.23
    Received this donation 37 days ago
    Kayla Schmitz
    Kayla
    “Thank you for supporting me in this great cause! Love and miss you! 🫶🏼”
  • Grace Hornberger
    “Go Kayla 👏 you got this!! Great cause :)”
    $10.35
    Received this donation 37 days ago
    Kayla Schmitz
    Kayla
    “Thank you for supporting my grace🥹 let me know if you want to go on a bike ride in September 😉🫶🏼”
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