Tracy Richards
- National: 50th
- State: 5th in PA
- My Team: 1st
I'm Riding For
Craig Richards
Three years ago, on July 3rd, my beloved husband began his first of five chemotherapy treatments. Despite his incredible strength and our unwavering hope, he passed away on February 16th, 2025. He was diagnosed with Stage 4 colorectal cancer that had spread to his lungs, liver, and lymph nodes. It was a devastating shock, especially since his colonoscopy three years earlier had shown no signs of cancer. The culprit was the KRAS G12D mutation. KRAS is part of the RAS family of genes, which are involved in cell signaling pathways that control cell growth and division. When mutated, KRAS can become permanently activated, leading to uncontrolled cell proliferation and tumor growth. The G12D mutation is one of the most common and aggressive KRAS mutations, often associated with a poor prognosis. While KRAS was once considered "undruggable," recent advancements have led to the development of inhibitors for other KRAS mutations, such as G12C. Efforts are now focused on creating effective treatments for G12D and other KRAS mutations. Despite our best efforts, we couldn't find the right treatment for Craig. But through it all, we shared an incredible journey filled with love, laughter, and cherished moments. His courage and our bond gave me strength. Thank you for supporting the ongoing research efforts. It means the world to families like ours.
My Story
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.
Tracy
My Challenge
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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.
Posted 6 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 7 days ago -
1.9 mi ride - Neighborhood - Tuesday, July 1, 2025
Logged this ride 10 days ago -
Why I Ride: A Personal Journey
1 Jul 2025For those who don’t know me, my story with cancer began before I wasn’t even old enough to understand its weight.
My sister passed away from leukemia before I ever had the chance to meet her. She was just seven years old.
When I was fifteen, I lost my dad to lymphoma. Not long after, my mom was diagnosed with breast cancer. She underwent a double mastectomy and became a survivor — a warrior in every sense of the word. Years later, she developed dementia and small cell lung cancer. She passed away 15 years after my father.
My eldest brother — a hardworking husband and father — wasn’t feeling well one day. I was about to leave on a business trip but drove an hour to check in on him. I urged him to go to the hospital that night, but he didn’t. When I returned from my trip, he had been admitted and was later diagnosed with Paraneoplastic Syndrome. He passed away within a few short weeks.
Now, it’s just my middle brother and me.
Cancer has deeply shaped the fabric of my life — in loss, in survival, and in the people I continue to love who are still fighting. I ride for them. I ride in honor of those we’ve lost, for those still fighting, and for the hope that one day, fewer families will have to face what mine has.
This ride is personal. And it’s for every name, every face, and every story behind the word cancer.
Posted 11 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 11 days ago
My Sponsors
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Johnson & Johnson matching gift on behalf of Thomas Dolan
$250Received this donation 19 minutes ago -
Thomas Dolan
“In fond memory of Craig Richards”
$250Received this donation 7 days ago
Tracy
“Dear Tom and Ro, I am truly grateful for your incredibly generous donation in support of my upcoming bike ride to fight children’s cancer. Your kindness and commitment to this cause mean more than words can express. Every mile I ride will be fueled by the strength of kids fighting for their lives—and by supporters like you who are helping make a real difference. 🥰 I love you.”
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Donna Ehrhart
“In loving memory of my son Craig Richards”
$103.50Received this donation 6 days ago
Tracy
“Dear Mom, Thank you so much for your donation! I love you so very much.”
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Jan Horst
“You are a warrior Tracy.. and Craig was so blessed to have you on his team !! I am so proud to sponsor you on this mission for children everywhere that need HOPE ! Love you and your giving spirit ❤️”
$72.45Received this donation 3 days ago
Tracy
“My dear friend Jan Thank you for going on this journey with me. We have been in many journeys together. I appreciate your support and donation on this one. Your friendship means the world to me. This ride means a great deal to me and I feel makes a big difference so Thank You!”
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Anonymous
$72.45Received this donation 11 days ago
Tracy
“Thank you for your donation!”
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Anonymous
$36.23Received this donation 1 day ago
Tracy
“Thank you very much for your donation! Your support is very much appreciated.”
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jennifer & Dan Daly
“Tracy, 250 miles is a lot of miles, but we know you can do it. Your personal story with cancer is sad. You have been surrounded by some strong warriors ~ and you are too. Ride on sweet girl. Help kick cancers Ass! You got this.”
$36.23Received this donation 10 days ago
Tracy
“Hi Jennifer and Dan, Thank you both for your kind donation! Thank you also for your friendship and support and motivation! We got this! 🙋♀️”
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Kevin and Pam Kilroy
“You are doing a great thing Tracy <3”
$36.23Received this donation 4 days ago
Tracy
“Dear Pam and Kevin Thank you both so very much for your support and donation. It really means so much to me. 💕”
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rachel richards
“In honor of dad & kids currently fighting cancer♥️”
$36.23Received this donation 11 days ago
Tracy
“Thank you Rachel! I love you! 💕”
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Wayne Kessler
$36.23Received this donation 11 days ago
Tracy
“Thank you so very much Wayne for your donation. See you soon. 😊”