Samantha Macko

Samantha Macko
I am riding 250 mi to fight kids' cancer and save little lives. Please sponsor me to support my challenge!
I've Ridden 84.3 mi My goal is 250 mi
My Rankings
  • National: 1164th
  • State: 76th in IL
I've raised $1,108 to fight kids' cancer Donate Now

My Story

18 Aug 2026

This September, I am taking part in the Great Cycle Challenge to fight kids' cancer!

Cycling has brought so much to my life over the last few months. As a working mom of 2, it has been so beneficial not only for my physical health but also for my mental health. I am incredibly grateful that I have found something that challenges me and helps me grow along the way.

Because of that, I am honored to use this opportunity to help a great cause. Right now, cancer remains the leading cause of death from disease among children in the United States. More than 15,700 children are diagnosed every year, and sadly, 38 children lose their lives to cancer every week.

As a parent myself, I cannot imagine the challenges these families face. 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

  • 13.4 mi ride - Morning Ride - Friday, September 11, 2026
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  • 6.9 mi ride - Afternoon Ride - Wednesday, September 9, 2026
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    Logged this ride 3 days ago - View on Strava
  • 23.3 mi ride - Lunch Ride - Tuesday, September 8, 2026
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    Logged this ride 4 days ago - View on Strava
  • 9.0 mi ride - Forgot to track first half - Monday, September 7, 2026
    Logged this ride 5 days ago
  • 9.0 mi ride - Lunch Ride - Monday, September 7, 2026
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    Logged this ride 5 days ago - View on Strava
  • 11.6 mi ride - Morning Ride - Friday, September 4, 2026
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    Logged this ride 8 days ago - View on Strava
  • 11.1 mi ride - Morning Ride - Tuesday, September 1, 2026
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    Logged this ride 11 days ago - View on Strava
  • $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 24 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 24 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 25 days ago

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!”
    $124.29
    Received this donation 2 days ago
  • Deborah Baker
    “You go, Sam!”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 24 days ago
  • Brian Garrity
    $51.75
    Received this donation 21 days ago
  • Brontë Borter
    “Okayyy Smacko Wacko! Get it! 👏👏👏”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 24 days ago
  • Dom & Kelly
    “Do lots of miles”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 24 days ago
  • Eileen Kozlowski
    “Thank you for doing this Sam. You are helping to make the world a better place!”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 24 days ago
  • Go for it Sam
    $51.75
    Received this donation 3 days ago
  • Holly Skozek
    “Love you shoe shoe you’re amazing!”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 24 days ago
  • Jade Cherrington
    “Yes queen, get those miles!”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 24 days ago
  • Kate Capaci
    “Hell yeah Sam!”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 24 days ago
  • Lilly Garrett
    “Heck yes Sam!! Love this🤍”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 25 days ago
  • Linda Kozlowski
    $51.75
    Received this donation 2 days ago
  • Niko Capaci
    “Get it girl!!!”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 24 days ago
  • Robin Dixon
    “Ride woman ride!!!”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 24 days ago
  • Kristin Piehl
    $31.05
    Received this donation 24 days ago
  • Maggie Schneider
    $31.05
    Received this donation 3 days ago
  • Carl Borbon
    “Go Macks!!”
    $25.88
    Received this donation 24 days ago
  • Jessie Hume
    “You are amazing Sam!!”
    $25.88
    Received this donation 23 days ago
  • McKenna Ritthaler
    $25.88
    Received this donation 2 days ago
  • David Ciurus
    $20.70
    Received this donation 3 days ago
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