Lisa Giuliani
- National: 126th
- State: 4th in SC
I'm Riding For
All children fighting cancer and my father and paternal grandmother who battled cancer.
“Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.” ~Matthew 19:14 While this fundraiser focuses on the CCRF, my tribute is for those children who battled cancer and lost and all those who continue to fight. Initial thoughts go to my youngest daughter's friend, who, with her parents' faith and love, an amazing group of doctors and nurses, and endless support from family and friends, is a SURVIVOR of acute myeloid leukemia and is now a healthy college senior. My final thoughts are with my dad who lost his 10-month battle with non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma on May 27th, 2009. For the month of September, I'll do my best to complete those miles and remember in prayer all those who have lost their battles, all those who won, and all those who continue to fight cancer...ESPECIALLY THE CHILDREN. This year my mileage goal is 250 miles and my financial goal to $5,701.30. Will you help me reach my financial goal?
My Story
This September, for the 11th year in a row, I am taking part in the Great Cycle Challenge to fight kids' cancer! Great Cycle Challenge started in 2015, and after just 11 years, the event has grown to become one of the biggest cycling events in the United States. In 11 years, our community of riders from all 50 states has ridden a total of 36,122,668 miles, and together we’ve raised $79,792,070 in support of research to develop better treatments and find a cure for childhood cancer. Although I did not participate in 2015, over the past 10 years, I have ridden 3,504 miles, and with the help of family, friends, and neighbors, I have raised $ $34,298.70 for the Children's Cancer Research Fund. This year, my mileage goal is 250 miles, and my financial goal is $5,701.30 to reach over $40,000 raised over the 11 years I've been a participant. Will you help me reach my financial goal? MATCH DAY IS THIS WEDNESDAY, AUGUST, 9 where all online donations WILL BE MATCHED up to $1,400,000!
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.
Children should be living life, not fighting for it.
Therefore, I am raising funds through my challenge to help these children and support the 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 and God Bless!
My Legacy
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270 mi Ridden$1,800 Raised2016
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177 mi Ridden$754 Raised2017
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327 mi Ridden$1,503 Raised2018
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522 mi Ridden$3,389 Raised2019
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312 mi Ridden$2,645 Raised2020
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313 mi Ridden$2,530 Raised2021
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427 mi Ridden$5,036 Raised2022
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406 mi Ridden$5,434 Raised2023
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400 mi Ridden$5,604 Raised2024
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350 mi Ridden$5,604 Raised2025
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253 mi Ridden$5,704 Raised2026
My Challenge
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We did it!!!
7 Oct 2026🎉 TWO GOALS. BOTH REACHED! 🎉
I’m incredibly grateful to share that I have officially reached BOTH of my goals for the Children’s Cancer Research Fund! 🚴♀️💛
💰 $40,000 raised over 11 years of riding
🚴♀️ 250 miles completed this September
And I could not have done it without the incredible support of family, friends, coworkers, and even complete strangers who have supported me and this cause along the way.
Today is definitely a day to celebrate! But the fight isn’t over. Not until we find a cure for childhood cancer.
The good news is, there’s still time to help. Donations remain open through the end of October, so if you’ve been meaning to donate, this is your sign. Every dollar, every donation, and every bit of support truly counts.
Help me keep the momentum going and make these final weeks count. ❤️
Thank you for helping me turn 11 years of miles into $40,000 for kids fighting cancer. I’m so grateful.
#GreatCycleChallenge #ChildhoodCancer #ChildrensCancerResearchFund #40KForTheKids #RideForTheKids #EveryBitCounts
Posted 5 days ago -
ALMOST THERE!
6 Oct 2026Last week, I officially completed my mileage goal for the Great Cycle Challenge, riding to raise money for the Children’s Cancer Research Fund. 🧡🚴♀️💙
September was also Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, and I was proud to support the cause not only through my riding, but by making two donations myself during the month.
Now I’m just $82 away from reaching $40,000 raised over my 11 years of riding and fundraising! 🎉
Help me reach $40,000 with a tax-deductible donation today! Every dollar brings me closer to this milestone and helps fund critical childhood cancer research.
$82 to go. Let’s finish this together! 💙🚴♀️🧡
www.greatcyclechallenge.com/riders/LisaGiuliani
Posted 6 days ago -
250-Mile Goal Completed, Fundraising NOT Over
1 Oct 2026250 Miles Down… $284 to Go! 🚴♀️💙🧡
I DID IT! 250 MILES! 🚴♀️🎉
Yesterday, I climbed on my bike and knocked out 32 miles, officially completing my 250-mile Great Cycle Challenge goal for September!
Eleven years ago, I started riding to help raise money for kids fighting cancer. Eleven years later, I’m still pedaling, still fundraising, and still believing that every mile and every dollar can make a difference.
And this year has an extra-special finish line.
With your incredible support, I am now just $284 away from reaching $40,000 raised over my 11 years of riding for the Children’s Cancer Research Fund. 🧡💙
Think about that for a minute…
$40,000.
11 years.
Thousands of miles.
Countless generous donors.
And so many children and families who deserve a future without cancer.
I may have finished my 250-mile riding goal, but I’m not quite finished yet. 😉
There’s still $284 left to raise, and I would absolutely love to cross that $40,000 finish line with you.
If you’ve already donated this year, THANK YOU! Your support has carried me through more miles than you know. ❤️
If you haven’t had a chance to donate, there’s still time to help me finish this 11-year journey at $40,000.
250 miles: DONE. 🚴♀️
$40,000: SO CLOSE. 💰
$284: LET’S FINISH THIS!
Please help me continue the fight against childhood cancer and help give kids the chance to grow up, chase their dreams, and celebrate a whole lot more birthdays. 🎂💙🧡
One last little push. One last little finish line.
Thank you for riding this journey with me for the past 11 years. I truly could not have done it without you.
Posted 11 days ago -
32.3 mi ride - Lunch Ride - Wednesday, September 30, 2026
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20.1 mi ride - Afternoon Ride - Monday, September 28, 2026
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30.2 mi ride - Afternoon Ride - Sunday, September 27, 2026
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$5,000 raised to fight kids' cancer!
I just hit $5,000 to fight kids' cancer! Thank you so much for your support.
Posted 16 days ago -
20.1 mi ride - Afternoon Ride - Saturday, September 26, 2026
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20 MILES TURNED INTO 36 AFTER A CONVERSATION
26 Sep 2026My goal today was to ride 20 miles.
But sometimes a ride takes you somewhere you never expected to go.
As I was riding through a local neighborhood, I noticed a woman fixing little yellow flags around a yard sign that read Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and In Loving Memory of Joseph Dennard. I had noticed the sign last week, along with yellow flags in several nearby yards.
I reluctantly stopped and asked the woman if she was Joseph’s mother. She nodded.
I wanted her to know that I had noticed the signs and that I was so sorry for her loss. I briefly told her about my daughter’s kindergarten “bestie,” who was diagnosed with cancer in kindergarten and treated at MUSC. I had seen firsthand how incredibly difficult that journey was for her family.
Joseph’s journey lasted six years.
I also told her that this is my 11th year riding in the Great Cycle Challenge to raise awareness and funds for childhood cancer research through the Children’s Cancer Research Fund. I told her I would keep her family, and all families facing childhood cancer, in my prayers.
Our conversation was brief. She was focused on fixing the flags, and I could see that she was becoming tearful, so I wished her well and continued my ride.
I was about 20 miles into my ride.
And then I decided I wasn’t finished.
I turned those final 16 miles into 16 miles for Joseph, bringing my remaining mileage to exactly 100 miles.
Later, I looked up Joseph’s name and read his obituary. Joseph was only 12 years old.
One line especially stayed with me:
«“Joseph filled every one of those years with laughter, adventure, creativity, and love, leaving an impact far beyond his time on earth.”»
His family called him Super Joe.
And perhaps the most powerful thing I read was that Joseph chose joy. He chose love. He made every moment count.
Cancer may have been part of Joseph’s story, but it wasn't the whole story.
So today, 36 miles became more than just a number on my bike computer.
16 of those miles were for Joseph.
For his mom.
For his family.
And for every child and family who has heard the words, “Your child has cancer.”
I’m riding because childhood cancer deserves more research, more treatment options, more hope, and ultimately, more birthdays.
100 miles to go. 💛🚴♀️💙🧡
If you’re following along with my Great Cycle Challenge journey, thank you. Every donation helps fund the fight against childhood cancer, and every mile helps keep these kids and their families from being forgotten.
Posted 17 days ago -
36.3 mi ride - Afternoon Ride - Friday, September 25, 2026
Logged this ride 17 days ago - View on Strava
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!”
$1,332.92Received this donation 32 days ago
Lisa
“Awesome sauce! Thank you for the match!”
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Itely Hairfashion NA Inc
$517.50Received this donation 18 days ago
Lisa
“Oh wow! Thank you so much, Annette! What a beautiful bonus for the Children’s Cancer Research Fund ! 😍 ❤️🚲”
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Anonymous
$517.50Received this donation 16 days ago
Lisa
“Wow!! Obviously I don't know who you are but I am humbled by your very generous donation for the Children’s Cancer Research Fund! SO APPRECIATIVE! 🧡💙🚴♀️💙🧡”
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Anonymous
$310.50Received this donation 33 days ago
Lisa
“What a surprise! Thank you so much for your support! 🚴♀️”
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H C Heinz
“We love what you're doing for this great cause, Lisa. And we LOVE YOU, too! ~~~~Susie and Terry~~~~”
$258.75Received this donation 25 days ago
Lisa
“Love y'all! Thank you for your support. We are here for you when you need us. Much love! 🚴♀️”
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Patricia Call
$258.75Received this donation 33 days ago
Lisa
“Thank you, Mom! ❤️”
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Matched Day Matching 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 fight kids' cancer!”
$178.28Received this donation 18 days ago
Lisa
“Amazing! Thank you to ALL the sponsors and donors!”
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Evelyn Cooper
“Thank you, Lisa! I'm so proud of you.”
$155.25Received this donation 34 days ago
Lisa
“First donor this year! Thank you, Aunt Evie! I can always count on you. Love you.❤️🚴♀️”
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Annette Udvarhelyi
$103.50Received this donation 17 days ago
Lisa
“Awesome! Thank you so much!”
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Carolyn H Smith
“You go my friend! God bless you 🙏”
$103.50Received this donation 6 days ago
Lisa
“AmaZING! Thank you so much for your support for this great cause!”
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David & Lois Giuliani
“Happy pedaling! Best of luck in reaching your goal!”
$103.50Received this donation 19 days ago
Lisa
“Thank you, Lois! Appreciate your support! ❤️ 🚴♀️”
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Anonymous
$103.50Received this donation 33 days ago
Lisa
“Thank you so much! Appreciate your support! 🚴♀️”
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Anonymous
$103.50Received this donation 14 days ago
Lisa
“Lovely surprise to wake up to for the Children’s Cancer Research Fund! Thank you so much!🧡💙🙏🏻💙🧡”
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Pamela Niesslein
“We're so proud of you and all your efforts for a great cause!”
$103.50Received this donation 23 days ago
Lisa
“Pam, thank you so much for your continued support! ❤️🚴♀️”
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Sarah CALL
“Thank you, Lisa, for your commitment to fighting cancer!”
$103.50Received this donation 29 days ago
Lisa
“Thank you, Sarah! Appreciate your support. Love you and miss you guys! 🚴♀️❤️”
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Victor Apat
$103.50Received this donation 16 days ago
Lisa
“Tbank you for your support. Vic! I appreciate it. 🧡💙🙏🏻💙🧡”
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Pamela Niesslein
“We're so proud of you and your support and effort for this worthy cause. God bless you! ❤️🙏✝️🌹”
$84.87Received this donation 5 days ago
Lisa
“I am so honored and humbled by your kindness and generous donations! Thank you so much for helping me reach my goals and helping the Children’s Cancer Research Fund. 💙🙏🏻🧡”
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Janet Chafe
$82.80Received this donation 33 days ago
Lisa
“Sweet! Thank you, Janet. 🚴♀️❤️”
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Marie-Bernadette Pape
“You make proud . Keep it up my dear Lisa”
$62.10Received this donation 33 days ago
Lisa
“Thank you for everything and all of your prayers and support over the years. ❤️🚴♀️”
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A Taste of Việt Nam
“We are glad to part of your journey to fight the Kids’ cancer. Thank you for sharing this story with us!”
$51.75Received this donation 19 days ago
Lisa
“I appreciate your support and all the support for so many communities. Thanks, Martha! 🚴♀️🙏🏻❤️”