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Pedal 4 Puerto Rico: Saturday, May 19, 2018

Posted on April 13, 2018 by Tony Schrock Posted in News

Saturday, May 19, 2018        9:00 a.m – 3:00 p.m.
Sponsored by Twin Cities MCC Group and area Mennonite Churches 

When Hurricane Maria hit Puerto Rico, people were left helpless and devastated by the destruction. Mennonite Central Committee (MCC) the mission of the Mennonite church has been assisting Mennonite Disaster Services (MDS) response by providing Roberto Flores “on loan” to be the point person in coordinating food purchases and rebuilding of new houses in a team effort with U.S. congregations and those in Puerto Rico. One particular project called the Family Strengthening Program aided more than 500 people. According to Flores, “The arrival of the canned meat served as a great incentive for churches to strengthen their work, start new initiatives and create connections with other organizations in Puerto Rico.”

The goal is to raise $5,000.00 for relief work in Puerto Rico in response to the ongoing challenges in the wake of last year’s hurricane.
 
We invite you to participate in this great event by joining in the fundraising ride, or by supporting those riding with your financial sponsorship. Pledge sheets for rider contributions will be provided.
 
We will meet at Wabun Park in Minneapolis to head out on our ride. Water and energy bars and directions for various routes suited for riders all ages and ability levels will be provided. This will be a family event, so include the children in this activity. We also want to encourage you to ride your bike to the park if you wish. Mileage you bike to and from the event can be included in the total mileage on your pledge form. Map of Wabun Park,
 
Family Event
• Great bike paths – choose your route, short or long. Maps provided.
• Wonderful playground nearby
• Family-style picnic 12:30 -1:30 in Wabun B Shelter (east side of Minnehaha Park, follow roadway to VA veteran’s home) 
  Map of Wabun Park. The shelter is protected from the rain. 
•  Hot dogs, lemonade, water, and paper products provided.  
•  Please bring a side dish or dessert to share! ALL ARE WELCOME. Come support and celebrate!
 
Bikers 
• We will ride RAIN OR SHINE. 
• Saturday CHECK-IN between 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM – meeting at Wabun B Shelter and setting out on rides. Route maps available. 
Be back at Wabun for lunch 12:30 -1:30.
• If you ride your bike to and from the event, that counts toward your mileage!
• Water and energy bars provided. Please bring REFILLABLE WATER BOTTLES to reduce plastic waste.
• We are looking into green bike rental possibilities
• Riders REGISTER by calling or emailing Bob at 763 208-3424,  bobsud@gmail.com
This will allow us to plan for your participation and have your materials on hand.
 
 
Print out the form below to sign up your pledges. 

Pedal 4 Puerto Rico Info Sheet

Pedal 4 Puerto Rico Pledge Form

 

« 2017 Benefit Event Results
Pedal 4 Puerto Rico Raises $7,800 for MDS Cleanup Work in Puerto Rico »

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