Laura Crossman

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!

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I've Ridden 321.5 mi My goal is 500 mi

My Rankings

National: 1616th
State: 94th in NY

I've raised $847 My goal is $1,000 Donate Now

I'm Riding For

Elliot

Elliott is my cousin and is a 14 year old boy from Lacassine, LA who was diagnosed with High Risk Pre B cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL) on November 27, 2015 at the age of 3. He spent most of December 2015 in the Children's Hospital of New Orleans. Elliott is in remission(Praise the Lord!) and finished treatment in 2019. Since boys can relapse in their testicles, they endure an extra year as opposed to girls. His treatment lasted a total of 3.5 years. He has had countless blood and platelet transfusions and several unplanned hospital stays due to fevers caused by viruses. The family has endured a lot in years since Elliott's diagnosis. He was Elliott’s Godfather and is missed tremendously. Childhood cancer does not only affect the child but the family as well. Only 4% of all cancer research funds are designated to Childhood cancer. There are HUNDREDS of types of childhood cancer but still only 4% funding.

My Story

7 Aug 2026

Cancer has deeply impacted my family. We’ve lost two children to different types of cancer, and currently, my teenage cousin Elliot is in remission. He’s our survivor, and my biggest inspiration.

Beyond that, we’ve lost several adult family members to cancer: pancreatic, brain, breast, bone, kidney and lung. With such a strong family history, the fear that something could be found is always lingering. Just a year ago, we had a terrifying scare with our teenage daughter and an osteochondroma of her condyle. Thankfully, it turned out to be nothing, but it was a stark reminder of how close cancer always feels.

Every year, I dedicate my ride to my cousin Elliot! He’s fought and survived and that strength pushes me to keep going.

I ride in memory of my Uncle Bozo, who we lost to pancreatic cancer. From the moment of his diagnosis to when he passed, we only had a few short weeks. His sudden loss has driven me to push myself harder and ride longer than I normally would.

This year, I'd also like to shout out to one of the strongest women I know Brandi. Brandi has been fighting Stage 4 Metastatic Breast cancer, and her story is one of sadness and inspiration. I've never seen someone fight harder than her.

On long rides, I’m motivated by the companionship of friends who join me. Having someone to ride with, to talk to, and even to take a pull or two makes the miles feel lighter.

When I’m riding solo, I rarely have a destination in mind. I just let my legs take me wherever they want to go, making sure to pass a store or two for snacks; usually Sour Patch Kids and something to hydrate with. That little bit of spontaneity keeps it fun.

Know your limits—but don’t be afraid to push them. Have a backup plan, like a supportive partner who can pick you up if needed (shout out to my hubby!). But most of all, don’t get down on yourself. There's never a bad day when you're on two wheels.

Keep pedaling.

Keep searching for the answers.

Never let cancer win.

My Legacy

Here's my personal impact over 6 years to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.

Ridden

$263 Raised

2021
335 mi Ridden

$598 Raised

2022
850 mi Ridden

$520 Raised

2023
1,737 mi Ridden

$712 Raised

2024
1,520 mi Ridden

$1,029 Raised

2025
322 mi Ridden

$847 Raised

2026

4,869 mi

Ridden

$3,969

Raised

My Challenge

23.0 mi ride - Afternoon Ride - Friday, September 11, 2026

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24.8 mi ride - Afternoon Ride - Thursday, September 10, 2026

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41.5 mi ride - ROUVY - Old National Route | Bolivia - Wednesday, September 9, 2026

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$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.

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$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.

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23.0 mi ride - Afternoon Ride - Tuesday, September 8, 2026

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30.4 mi ride - Morning Ride - Monday, September 7, 2026

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69.3 mi ride - Morning Ride - Sunday, September 6, 2026

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40.2 mi ride - Lunch Ride - Saturday, September 5, 2026

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23.0 mi ride - Afternoon Ride - Friday, September 4, 2026

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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!”
$301.77
Received this donation 2 days ago

Laura
Andrew & Tracey Styles
$135
Received this donation 3 days ago

Laura

“To my scotland family Many thanks Until we see each other again”

To my scotland family Many thanks Until we see each other again
Gil and Deb Smith

“Great Job Laura! We really appreciate people like you who put forth the effort to raise much needed money to fight cancer. Pedal on!”
$129.38
Received this donation 3 days ago

Laura

“Thank you Deb and Gill! always a pleasure to see you both. Until the next round of my really terrible golf game! Miss you. Maybe we will see each other before Arizona but if not I hope to see you there.”

Thank you Deb and Gill! always a pleasure to see you both. Until the next round of my really terrible golf game! Miss you. Maybe we will see each other before Arizona but if not I hope to see you there.
Jeffery LaBombard

“Hoping that today's donations will earn you your jersey!!! Always fun to go on this journey with you!!!”
$100
Received this donation 3 days ago

Laura

“Thanks Jeff! You've definitely made the miles more enjoyable over the years!”

Thanks Jeff! You've definitely made the miles more enjoyable over the years!
T-Bone Watson

“Laura I wish I could do what you do! I celebrate vicariously through all of your efforts”
$51.75
Received this donation 3 days ago

Laura

“Thank you Tony! You should go up Whiteface with me!”

Thank you Tony! You should go up Whiteface with me!
Facebook Fundraiser Donation
$51.52
Received this donation 39 days ago

Laura
Facebook Fundraiser Donation
$51.52
Received this donation 36 days ago

Laura
Terri Nealon

“Laura, your ‘GCC Story’ is wonderful, as well as solemn. I too have lost two young cousins and numerous adult relatives to cancer and has my thyroid removed due to the threat. While I can’t ride very far at 65, I do try every year to raise around $2000 for this cast that’s near and dear to both of us obviously. I’d love to donate my super hero jersey to your dear Elliot, if he would like it. You could PM me on FB soon please if interested. (BTW-I donated a kids jersey last year too, so my pledge to do so is real and trustworthy.). Pedal on and God bless you, your ride, and of course Elliot. Sincerely, Terri.”
$25.88
Received this donation 18 hours ago

Laura

“Much love and admiration for you ❤️ 💛 💕 💓”

Much love and admiration for you ❤️ 💛 💕 💓