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 220.5 mi My goal is 250 mi
My Rankings
  • National: 1464th
  • State: 96th 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

  • 13.9 mi ride - Morning Ride - Sunday, September 27, 2026
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  • 19.1 mi ride - Lunch Ride - Friday, September 25, 2026
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    Logged this ride 2 days ago - View on Strava
  • 12.7 mi ride - Morning Ride - Thursday, September 24, 2026
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    Logged this ride 3 days ago - View on Strava
  • 7.8 mi ride - First half didn’t track - Tuesday, September 22, 2026

    From Crystal Lake to Algonquin

    Logged this ride 5 days ago
  • 7.9 mi ride - Morning Ride - Tuesday, September 22, 2026
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    Logged this ride 5 days ago - View on Strava
  • 10.8 mi ride - Lunch Ride - Monday, September 21, 2026
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    Logged this ride 6 days ago - View on Strava
  • 8.9 mi ride - Afternoon Ride - Friday, September 18, 2026
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    Logged this ride 9 days ago - View on Strava
  • 18.4 mi ride - Afternoon Ride - Wednesday, September 16, 2026
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    Logged this ride 11 days ago - View on Strava
  • 14.7 mi ride - Morning Ride - Monday, September 14, 2026
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    Logged this ride 13 days ago - View on Strava
  • 22.0 mi ride - Morning Ride - Saturday, September 12, 2026
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    Logged this ride 15 days ago - View on Strava

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 18 days ago
  • Deborah Baker
    “You go, Sam!”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 40 days ago
  • Brian Garrity
    $51.75
    Received this donation 36 days ago
  • Brontë Borter
    “Okayyy Smacko Wacko! Get it! 👏👏👏”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 40 days ago
  • Dom & Kelly
    “Do lots of miles”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 40 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 39 days ago
  • Go for it Sam
    $51.75
    Received this donation 18 days ago
  • Holly Skozek
    “Love you shoe shoe you’re amazing!”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 40 days ago
  • Jade Cherrington
    “Yes queen, get those miles!”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 39 days ago
  • Kate Capaci
    “Hell yeah Sam!”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 40 days ago
  • Lilly Garrett
    “Heck yes Sam!! Love this🤍”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 40 days ago
  • Linda Kozlowski
    $51.75
    Received this donation 17 days ago
  • Niko Capaci
    “Get it girl!!!”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 40 days ago
  • Robin Dixon
    “Ride woman ride!!!”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 39 days ago
  • Kristin Piehl
    $31.05
    Received this donation 39 days ago
  • Maggie Schneider
    $31.05
    Received this donation 18 days ago
  • Carl Borbon
    “Go Macks!!”
    $25.88
    Received this donation 40 days ago
  • Jessie Hume
    “You are amazing Sam!!”
    $25.88
    Received this donation 38 days ago
  • McKenna Ritthaler
    $25.88
    Received this donation 18 days ago
  • David Ciurus
    $20.70
    Received this donation 18 days ago
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