Crohn's Rides?

[tygab]

Well I was thinking for 2007. I don't see the ride dates, but it is a long time to attempt to fund raise.

It is just something I am so passionate about. My Dad has colon cancer, my Pawpaw had colon cancer, DH has Crohn's, obviously I have a vested interest in the Crohn's and Colitis foundation. I want to find away to help but committing to $1850 a person is daunting.

You can do it. This amount is more than some charity rides, less than others. It does seem daunting at first, but just let everyone you can think of know that you're doing it and why, and explain that any amount will help. You will be surprised by the generosity of some. Plus, completing the fundraising is part of the challenge, so think of how much it will mean to finish both goals. You should plan things you can do to raise money, like - can you provide a service where proceeds will go to the ride, or organize a donated goods sale, or a raffle (my husband did this for the PMC). Ask family, friends, any groups you belong to etc. My husband and I had to raise $5000 for our ride, and we were first timers...

I say commit to it and make it happen! As for it being far away, that may be more of an obstacle, but I'd bet there are plenty of riders who come from other areas. I know the PMC draws from something like 38 states.