Leigh John Carmody

8years
Leigh John Carmody
I am riding 800 km to fight kids' cancer and save little lives. Please sponsor me to support my challenge!
I've Ridden 249.4 km My goal is 800 km
My Rankings
  • National: 250th
  • State: 65th in Vic
  • My Team: 1st
I've raised $1,795 My goal is $4,000 Donate Now

My Story

8 Jul 2025

This October, I'm back in the saddle for the Great Cycle Challenge, riding to help kids fight cancer.

Because here in Australia, cancer is still the #1 disease killer of our children. Every year, over 700 kids are diagnosed—and every week, 3 families lose a child. That’s not okay.

Kids should be out riding bikes, climbing trees, getting muddy knees... not fighting for their lives in hospital rooms.

So I’m riding 800 km this October to raise funds for the Children’s Medical Research Institute—to help drive forward the science that saves lives. Better prevention, better diagnosis, better treatment... and one day, a cure.

If you’ve followed my journey before, you’ll know this challenge means a lot to me. And if this is your first time—welcome to the ride. I’ll be sharing every uphill, tailwind, and quiet moment of reflection on the pedals.

👉 Please consider donating if you can. Every dollar makes a difference—and gives a sick kid a brighter future.

Together, we ride. Together, we save little lives.

Thanks for your support — Leigh

My Legacy

Here's my personal impact over 8 years to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
  • Ridden
    Raised
    2018
  • 591 km Ridden
    $768 Raised
    2019
  • 1,113 km Ridden
    $1,002 Raised
    2020
  • 1,003 km Ridden
    $942 Raised
    2021
  • 695 km Ridden
    $1,814 Raised
    2022
  • 757 km Ridden
    $1,631 Raised
    2023
  • 723 km Ridden
    $1,905 Raised
    2024
  • 249 km Ridden
    $1,795 Raised
    2025
8years
5,131 km
Ridden
$9,857
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 7 hours ago
  • $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 19 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
  • 15.9 km ride - Morning Ride - Wednesday, October 8, 2025
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  • 45.2 km ride - Lunch Ride - Tuesday, October 7, 2025
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  • 40.6 km ride - Afternoon Ride - Monday, October 6, 2025
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  • 52.5 km ride - Afternoon Ride - Sunday, October 5, 2025
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  • 45.0 km ride - Lunch Ride - Saturday, October 4, 2025
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  • 12.1 km ride - Lunch Ride - Friday, October 3, 2025
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  • 22.1 km ride - Afternoon Ride - Thursday, October 2, 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!”
    $763.27
    Received this donation 41 minutes ago
  • Simon Meyer
    “Ride like the wind bullseye”
    $310.50
    Received this donation 18 hours ago
  • Anonymous
    “Well done Leigh, you are doing a great job 😃”
    $124.20
    Received this donation 22 hours ago
  • Anonymous
    “No child should have to go through this horrible disease. Well done and good luck Leigh.”
    $124.20
    Received this donation 21 days ago
  • Raelene Phillips
    $70
    Received this donation 20 hours ago
  • Bev Hart
    “Every year you show up and do your bit for kids cancer. Thank you for all you do !”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 19 hours ago
  • Brian Sharp
    $51.75
    Received this donation 7 hours ago
  • Daryl Hill
    $51.75
    Received this donation 7 hours ago
  • Michael Lane
    $51.75
    Received this donation 21 hours ago
  • Anonymous
    “Good on ya, Leigh!”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 19 hours ago
  • Casey Johnstone
    “Keep peddling Leigh!!”
    $36.23
    Received this donation 15 hours ago
  • Jason O'Brien
    $30
    Received this donation 19 days ago
  • Anonymous
    $25.88
    Received this donation 11 hours ago
  • Mikaylee Carmody
    “Go Dad!!!”
    $20.70
    Received this donation 21 days ago
  • Tammy Fenton
    “Absolute legend Leigh. Keep your good work going ❤️”
    $20.70
    Received this donation 9 hours ago
  • Anonymous
    $10.35
    Received this donation 7 hours ago
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