James LeBlanc
- National: 304th
- State: 1st in LA
- My Team: 50th
I'm Riding For
Diane "Marme" Rhodes
This year, I am riding IN HONOR OF MY MOTHER-IN-LAW and the inspiring example of a Christian woman, wife, and mother she has been before, during, and after her cancer diagnosis. Mothers-in-law often get a bad rap, but this amazing lady has been like a 2nd mom to me since I was a teenager. She has supported me, encouraged me, and prayed for me as much as my own parents have over the years. Which is why, in 2006, we were all devastated to learn that she had been diagnosed with cancer. Throughout all of the surgeries and treatments she endured, she inspired everyone around her-- especially her husband and their 4 daughters-- with her faith, grace, and strength. Thankfully, our countless prayers were answered and she emerged cancer-free after about a year. Our Marme continues to motivate and inspire us by her Christian example, and we thank God for blessing us with her presence in our lives!
My Story
For the 4th year in a row, I am taking part in the Great Cycle Challenge to fight kids' cancer!
Why? In 1993, I lost a really close friend named Brian to leukemia. And after all these years, more kids still die from cancers than from any other disease. More than 15,700 families receive a terrifying diagnosis every year.
So after raising $3425 last year (and OVER $7700 since 2021!!) I am trying to raise even more money through this challenge to help kids who are suffering, along with their families, and support the Children's Cancer Research Fund. This fundraiser allows them to continue their work to develop lifesaving treatments and find a cure for childhood cancer.
Please support me once again by making a donation to give these kids the brighter futures they deserve.
Your support will change little lives.
Thank you.
My Legacy
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202 mi Ridden$1,746 Raised2021
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258 mi Ridden$2,600 Raised2022
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360 mi Ridden$3,425 Raised2023
My Challenge
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28.1 mi ride - GCC Ride #11 - Saturday, September 28, 2024
Logged this ride 18 days ago -
104.0 mi ride - Le Tour de Bayou (Alexandria, LA) - Saturday, September 21, 2024
Logged this ride 25 days ago -
23.0 mi ride - GCC Ride #9 - Tuesday, September 17, 2024
Logged this ride 29 days ago -
31.0 mi ride - GCC Ride #8 - Monday, September 16, 2024
Logged this ride 30 days ago -
49.0 mi ride - GCC Ride #7 - Saturday, September 14, 2024
Logged this ride 32 days ago -
21.0 mi ride - GCC Ride #6 - Friday, September 13, 2024
Logged this ride 33 days ago -
$2,500 raised to fight kids' cancer!
I just raised $2,500 to fight kids' cancer and achieved SUPERHERO LEVEL in the challenge! Thank you so much for your support.
Posted 36 days ago -
30.1 mi ride - GCC Ride #5 - Monday, September 9, 2024
Logged this ride 37 days ago -
60.3 mi ride - GCC Ride #4 - Saturday, September 7, 2024
Logged this ride 39 days ago -
25.0 mi ride - GCC Ride #3 - Wednesday, September 4, 2024
Logged this ride 42 days ago -
30.2 mi ride - GCC Ride #2 - Tuesday, September 3, 2024
Logged this ride 43 days ago -
20.3 mi ride - First Official Ride of GCC '24 - Monday, September 2, 2024
Logged this ride 44 days ago -
$2,000 raised to fight kids' cancer!
I just raised $2,000 to fight kids' cancer and achieved LEGEND LEVEL in the challenge! Thank you so much for your support.
Posted 64 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 79 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 89 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 91 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 91 days ago
My Sponsors
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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!”
$471.91Received this donation 35 days ago -
Joshua Kimball
$274.28Received this donation 91 days ago
James
“Thanks so much for the support, Chad!! I hope you guys are doing well!”
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Kristie Neveaux
$274.28Received this donation 74 days ago
James
“Thank you so much, Kristie!! I owe you 2 hugs at the next reunion! 🤗”
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Fr Patrick Madden
“God bless your ride, and your mother-in-law!”
$250Received this donation 21 days ago -
Kathy Kimball
$207Received this donation 80 days ago
James
“Thank you so much, Mrs Kathy! I hope y'all are enjoying Virginia!”
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G. Robert Huffstutter DDS
$124.20Received this donation 36 days ago
James
“Thank you, Doc, for supporting me (in everything I try to do)!!! #TeamGuate🇬🇹”
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Shane Ware
$124.20Received this donation 36 days ago
James
“Thank you so much, Shane, for supporting me year after year!!”
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Chuck McIntosh MD
“Good luck “ roomie “”
$120Received this donation 64 days ago
James
“Thanks so much, Chuck!! #TeamGUATE 🇬🇹”
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LaVonne LeBlanc
“We’re so proud of how you’ve helped people through your dedication and perseverance. And we’re so grateful that Marme is part of our family! Congratulations on this milestone year!”
$103.50Received this donation 82 days ago
James
“Thanks for teaching me the importance of dedication & perseverance, and for all of your support for the last 44 years!!”
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Sharon Bacle
$103.50Received this donation 35 days ago
James
“Thank you so much for having my back every year, Mrs Sharon! Be safe travelling!!”
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Amy Terral
“So proud of you, Jay!!”
$72.45Received this donation 89 days ago
James
“Thank you, Amy!! Your support means a lot!”
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Julie Sears
“So thankful God cured my momma! Thanks for riding for a cure Jay!”
$72.45Received this donation 67 days ago
James
“Thank you, Mimi! Happy birthday!! 🎂 🥳”
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Anonymous
“Good luck Amigo!!!”
$72.45Received this donation 74 days ago
James
“¡Muchísimas gracias!”
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Lisa Lackie
“You’ve got this, Jay!!! Way to Geaux!!!”
$72.45Received this donation 91 days ago
James
“Thanks, Lisa! Miss y'all, but it was so great to have Kylie here for her birthday!”
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Papa and Marme Rhodes
“Thank you Jay!! We love you!”
$72.45Received this donation 49 days ago
James
“Thank y'all so much for EVERYTHING!! I love y'all too!”
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Shannon Neveaux
“God Bless You!”
$72.45Received this donation 71 days ago
James
“Thanks, Shan! Love y'all!!”
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Wade Morgan
“Watch out for those darn sycamores!!”
$72.45Received this donation 35 days ago
James
“Yes sir! And thank you! "Two bouncy tires and a taut chain. That's good ridin'."”
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Casey McGrew
“Go, Jay!”
$51.75Received this donation 89 days ago
James
“Thank you, Casey! One day I may be strong enough to ride over and visit with y'all!!”
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Jenny Benson
“No better lady! Thanks for doing this in her honor!”
$51.75Received this donation 74 days ago
James
“Absolutely! And not only did I get a 2nd mom, I got 3 MORE sisters!! Wait a minute... 🤔”
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Kayla Vidallier
$51.75Received this donation 74 days ago
James
“Thank you so much for always supporting me, Kayla!”