Werner Melinz

4years
Werner Melinz
I am riding 650 mi to fight kids' cancer and save little lives. Please sponsor me to support my challenge!
I've Ridden 182.2 mi My goal is 650 mi
My Rankings
  • National: 159th
  • State: 6th in AZ
I've raised $1,621 My goal is $2,000 Donate Now

My Story

20 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 4 years to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
  • 621 mi Ridden
    $1,553 Raised
    2022
  • 727 mi Ridden
    $1,816 Raised
    2023
  • 445 mi Ridden
    $1,471 Raised
    2024
  • 182 mi Ridden
    $1,621 Raised
    2025
4years
1,975 mi
Ridden
$6,461
Raised

My Challenge

  • 30.6 mi ride - Friday, September 5, 2025
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  • 32.2 mi ride - Thursday, September 4, 2025
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  • 31.5 mi ride - Wednesday, September 3, 2025
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  • 30.6 mi ride - Tuesday, September 2, 2025
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  • 31.1 mi ride - Monday, September 1, 2025
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  • 26.3 mi ride - Monday, September 1, 2025
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  • $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 11 days ago
  • $500 raised to fight kids' cancer!

    I just raised $500 to fight kids' cancer and achieved GUARDIAN LEVEL in the challenge! Thank you so much for your support.

    Posted 22 days ago
  • $250 raised to fight kids' cancer!

    I just raised $250 to fight kids' cancer and achieved PROTECTOR LEVEL in the challenge! Thank you so much for your support.

    Posted 25 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 28 days ago

My Sponsors

  • Mary Price
    “Go Werner go!! Lou”
    $124.20
    Received this donation 17 days ago
    Werner Melinz
    Werner
    “Thank you so much Lou. You are a generous person! I’ll ride in September every day. And we will have lot of rides together with my GCC tracking app. Ride save up north - and take care.”
  • Mike Lynch
    “Wende and I wish you a safe and enjoyable ride as help to fulfill the mission of serving these wonderful children.”
    $124.20
    Received this donation 11 days ago
    Werner Melinz
    Werner
    “Mike and Wende - I want to thank you for your support on my fundraising activity - it means a lot to me and especially for those kids suffering of this terrible illness. Their daily life for sure goes with the hope for a cure. My part for this is to ride 650 miles on my bicycle just to show my appreciation to all my supporters! Thanks and take care!”
  • Dennis Tresenriter
    $103.50
    Received this donation 9 days ago
    Werner Melinz
    Werner
    “Thank you so much for your support Dennis. You’re a generous person and of course Peggy too. Much appreciated.”
  • Earl Higginbotham
    “You can do it!!”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 25 days ago
    Werner Melinz
    Werner
    “Yes I can. 25 miles every day in September will lead me to reach the goal. And I’ll have some days with 30 to 40 miles. Thank you so much my friend!”
  • John Tarantino
    “Keep riding Werner! John and Marilyn”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 14 days ago
    Werner Melinz
    Werner
    “Thank you so much for your support. I’ll ride in September every day. I appreciate your support and look forward to see you and Marilyn to have some rides in our GV group. Take care and see you soon!”
  • Terri Anderson
    “You are awesome Werner!!”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 15 hours ago
    Werner Melinz
    Werner
    “Thank you Terri - your support means a lot to me and to those kids and their families. I’ve 152 miles in and will get the 650 miles done for sure. See you soon!”
  • candiss beneze
    $72.45
    Received this donation 9 days ago
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    Werner
    “Thank you so much Candy. Your support means a lot for me and those children who suffer from this terrible illness. I appreciate your contribution on my fundraiser. It’s the 4th year in a row for me to participate on this challenge. Hope to see you at our Octoberfest. Take care!”
  • Daniela T
    “It’s inspiring to see your dedication year after year in the fight against kids’ cancer. Wishing you strength, smooth roads, and lots of support along the way. Proud to be part of your mission. 💛🚴‍♂️”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 44 days ago
    Werner Melinz
    Werner
    “Thank you so much for your support Daniela. You are an amazing person and I’m so honored to have your support. ❤️🚴”
  • ERICH FINK
    “Werner, you are my role model for the upcoming retirement! I hope you achive all your personal milestones and enjoy every day!”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 16 days ago
    Werner Melinz
    Werner
    “Thank you so much my friend! Your support means a lot to me as well how you think about me and my activities. To be honest - the move to Arizona just a few months before retiring was the best decision. One of the most beautiful states of the US.”
  • George Evans
    $72.45
    Received this donation 25 days ago
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    Werner
    “Thank you so much my friend. Your support means a lot to me. I’ll ride in September very day at least 25 miles. And if Tubas Tuesday is active in September - I’ll have some days with 40 miles. So 650 miles in September is an easy deal. Take care!”
  • Jill and Ron Miller
    “That's great, Werner. Good luck”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 11 days ago
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    Werner
    “Thank you very much. Yeah it’s my 4th year I’m doing this fundraiser - and I’m pedaling in September every day at least 25 miles per day. The trigger to start was my own experience with cancer. This year I signed up for 650 miles. Thank you again, much appreciated ! Hopefully we’ll see you soon.”
  • Klaus Melinz
    “Toi,toi,toi…. have a perfect cycling !!! Greetings from Graz / Austria”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 22 days ago
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    Werner
    “Vielen Dank lieber Klaus! Bin schon am trainieren, aber es ist immer noch ziemlich heiß hier. Ich starte um 7:00 Uhr morgens. Die Luftfeuchtigkeit ist auch erhöht (50 bis 60% morgens) - wir haben monsoon season und hatten sogar Regen heute Nacht. Hoffe alles ist gut bei euch! Again, thank you it is much appreciated!”
  • Anonymous
    “Keep pushing those pedals brother. All the best from Down Under. Len”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 27 days ago
    Werner Melinz
    Werner
    “Thank you so much cousin! I appreciate your support. Hope everything is well with you and the entire family down under. Any plans to come to US?”
  • Steven Leavengood
    “We hope to see you on your next ride!”
    $70
    Received this donation 28 days ago
    Werner Melinz
    Werner
    “Thank you so much my friend (aka Donkey Hole). Much appreciated. We have no plans for a next MC ride yet. But somewhere to Colorado most likely.”
  • Jessica Reeves
    “Good luck!”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 4 days ago
    Werner Melinz
    Werner
    “Thank you so much Jessica! Your support means a lot to me and of course to the children suffering of this terrible illness. And - say hello to your invisible hubby! 😉😂 🚴”
  • Marc
    “May every mile bring you closer to your goal and inspire others along the way. All the best for the journey and always safe travels!”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 7 days ago
    Werner Melinz
    Werner
    “Thank you so much my son! I’ll be on my bicycle every day in September. 25 miles minimum per ride and I have some routs going up to 40 or 50 miles. I’ll keep you posted or you can always check into my personal account.”
  • Anonymous
    $51.75
    Received this donation 15 days ago
    Werner Melinz
    Werner
    “Thank you so much anonymous! I appreciate your support and generosity to help fight kids cancer. If you don’t mind to reveal your name - I’ll keep it just between of us. Thank you anyway !!”
  • Trish Whittle Pauline Bodkin
    “You’re amazing 💕😊”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 11 days ago
    Werner Melinz
    Werner
    “Thank you guys for your support. I’ll be on the bicycle every day in September to get the 650 miles in. We look forward to see you in October!😎❤️🚴”
  • Ira Cochran
    “Hydrate well my friend and I am routing for your successful ride.”
    $36.23
    Received this donation 9 days ago
    Werner Melinz
    Werner
    “Thank you Ira, I appreciate your support. See you on Thursday.”
  • Jack Graves
    “Glad to support health challenges.”
    $36.23
    Received this donation 14 days ago
    Werner Melinz
    Werner
    “Thank you so much Jacob - that means a lot to me and to the children suffering this terrible decease. I appreciate your support! On a side note - do we know each other? I can’t recall your name out of my brain and my connections. If you don’t mind - let me know who you are and what connected you to me. Thanks again!!”
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