Denise Gerlitz
- National: 3734th
- State: 78th in WA
I'm Riding For
Lee Kuntz (deceased)
My Story
Being recently retired from my position as Children's Pastor, I knew that i still wanted to do something to help kids. And, having lost a very good friend to childhood cancer many years ago, I decided to take up the challenge. The bike is tuned up, new brakes, new tires. Ready to ride with a purpose.
So, 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 Challenge
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22.2 mi ride - Afternoon Activity - Tuesday, October 21, 2025
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13.5 mi ride - Afternoon Activity - Monday, October 20, 2025
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7.1 mi ride - Afternoon Ride - Friday, October 17, 2025
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28.9 mi ride - Afternoon Activity - Thursday, October 16, 2025
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24.2 mi ride - Afternoon Activity - Wednesday, October 15, 2025
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15.2 mi ride - Afternoon Activity - Monday, October 13, 2025
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9.3 mi ride - Evening Activity - Thursday, October 9, 2025
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10.7 mi ride - Afternoon Activity - Wednesday, October 8, 2025
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9.3 mi ride - Afternoon Activity - Tuesday, October 7, 2025
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9.3 mi ride - Lunch Activity - Tuesday, October 7, 2025
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My Sponsors
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Roger & Evelyn Beck
“Way to go!! Keep your helmet on. Take your pepper spray for dog attacks. Watch out for deer. Listen to some uplifting music. Keep riding. Appreciate you!!”
$103.50Received this donation 46 days ago
Denise
“Thank you, Roger and Evelyn, for your generous donation. All the funds go to research... this is such a great organization. You've pushed over half way to my goal. And yes, I'll heed all you're advice. Love you both.”
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David & Georgia Wells
$100Received this donation 42 days ago -
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!”
$81.08Received this donation 42 days ago
Denise
“Thank you”
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Judy Sitton
“Have fun riding, for a great cause.”
$51.75Received this donation 48 days ago
Denise
“Thank you, Judy. Maybe next year we can be a team.”
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Anonymous
$51.75Received this donation 48 days ago -
Sharon Mix
“Good for you! Keep on riding!!”
$41.40Received this donation 44 days ago
Denise
“Thank you for your donation, Sharon. I am riding in memory of Lee... and you are the only one in my life who knows about him... thank you for the picture.”
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Ben & Nancy Compton
“You are such a blessing, taking this challenge to continue your ministry to kiddos 💖. Thank you so much for all you do.”
$36.23Received this donation 47 days ago
Denise
“Thank you, Ben & Nancy for your donation. This challenge couldn't have come at a better time! More details when I see you next! Love you”
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Cinda Tribble
$36.23Received this donation 48 days ago
Denise
“Thank you, Cinda, I'm excited to be doing this for the kids”
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Sandra Honn-Ruediger
“Sounds like a great cause. Go Denise! Blessings!”
$10.35Received this donation 46 days ago
Denise
“Thank you, Sandy, for your donation. This research saves lives”