Ray Gilley Jr.

11years All Star
Ray Gilley Jr.
I am riding in memory of my bro-in-law Rob who recently lost his battle to cancer. He was a legend of a man, I really miss him and hearing his boisterous laugh.
I've Ridden 202.4 km My goal is 800 km
My Rankings
  • National: 77th
  • State: 15th in Vic
I've raised $3,692 to fight kids' cancer Donate Now

I'm Riding For

Rob & John

I am riding this fund raiser in memory of my cousin James Dunsmore III and my brother in-law Robin Beaman.

My Story

29 Oct 2023

I am riding in memory of my cousin John Dunsmore. John was the same age as me and growing up he was another brother. At 17 john was diagnosed wtih lukemia. His leg was amputated to try to stop the spread of lukemia. I spent the next year with him at the childrens hospital in Denver Colorado, while he underwent chemotherapy. While in the hospital I saw plenty of children with serious illnesses.

John lived in Durango which was where I attended college. I have many great memories of spending time with John, as he was learning how to take on the world with one leg. He was fearless and would try anything. I will always admire him for that.

At age 22 the lukemia came out of remisson and took John's life. I think of him often and named my only son after him. Every year I do this ride in his memory and hoping that the money raised by all of you AWESOME sponsors, makes a difference in some child's life.

Thanks for your support.

My Legacy

Here's my personal impact over 11 years to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
  • 1,011 km Ridden
    $958 Raised
    2015
  • 1,204 km Ridden
    $1,432 Raised
    2016
  • 5,229 km Ridden
    $1,500 Raised
    2017
  • 5,988 km Ridden
    $953 Raised
    2018
  • 3,088 km Ridden
    $1,660 Raised
    2019
  • 2,750 km Ridden
    $850 Raised
    2020
  • 2,734 km Ridden
    $822 Raised
    2021
  • 3,857 km Ridden
    $1,084 Raised
    2022
  • 3,437 km Ridden
    $2,560 Raised
    2023
  • 2,335 km Ridden
    $1,965 Raised
    2024
  • Ridden
    $3,692 Raised
    2025
11years
31,836 km
Ridden
$17,476
Raised

My Challenge

  • $1,000 raised to fight kids' cancer!

    I just raised $1,000 to fight kids' cancer and achieved WARRIOR LEVEL in the challenge! Thank you so much for your support.

    Posted 17 hours ago
  • 4.0 km ride - Lunch Ride - Wednesday, October 8, 2025
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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 22 hours 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 22 hours 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 22 hours ago
  • 47.0 km ride - Afternoon Ride - Tuesday, October 7, 2025
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  • 4.0 km ride - Gym - Tuesday, October 7, 2025
    Logged this ride 2 days ago
  • 14.0 km ride - Coffee Yoga week - Monday, October 6, 2025
    Logged this ride 3 days ago
  • 13.8 km ride - Afternoon Ride - Sunday, October 5, 2025
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  • 48.3 km ride - Lunch Ride - Saturday, October 4, 2025
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My Sponsors

  • Kick Cancer's Butt Day Matching Donation
    “Here's your matched donation from our generous supporters. THANK YOU so much for your awesome efforts to kick cancer's butt!”
    $1,688.40
    Received this donation 3 hours ago
  • Kelli & Julia
    “Well done Ray. A lovely tribute to Rob x”
    $155.25
    Received this donation 9 hours ago
  • Julie Beaman
    $124.20
    Received this donation 21 hours ago
  • Dave Nesci
    “Good on you Ray, I’m sure you’ll reach the goals buddy. If I know him well enough, he’ll do his best to always keep the wind on your back. 👊”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 13 hours ago
  • Maryellen and Des
    “Good on you Ray, agree!! Well done, love to you and all.”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 22 hours ago
  • Deb Doherty
    $82.80
    Received this donation 13 hours ago
  • Anonymous
    $72.45
    Received this donation 8 hours ago
  • Bowles Family
    “Great work again Ray. I hope the magpies are not too mean.”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 12 hours ago
  • Jo Beaman
    “🫶💪💙 Love this Ray🥲 Well done, amazing work every year. Good luck the the km's and magpie swoops!”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 10 hours ago
  • Joe and Mandy Murphy
    “Go Ray! Enjoy the ride and lots of love to the family!!!”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 5 hours ago
  • John Gilley
    $72.45
    Received this donation 13 hours ago
  • Leanne Davies
    “Great cause Ray, well gone!”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 20 hours ago
  • Luna Holloway
    “Well done Ray a great initiative for a great cause.”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 1 hour ago
  • Neil Bouvier
    “Great cause in memory of Rob.”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 21 hours ago
  • Renee Bouvier
    $72.45
    Received this donation 13 hours ago
  • Sally Mansbridge
    “Awesome Ray a wonderful cause xx”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 22 hours ago
  • Anonymous
    “Wonderful charity, in memory of Rob. ❤️”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 6 hours ago
  • Terri Dunstan
    “Go Ray! Kick it’s butt😀”
    $70
    Received this donation 22 hours ago
  • Chris Warr
    $51.75
    Received this donation 22 hours ago
  • Andrea Price
    $36.23
    Received this donation 19 hours ago
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