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Gears for Good 2016

n 1997, we began our Helping Hands program to cover
Ithe cost of utilities and transportation to individuals
and families experiencing financial hardships related to
their bleeding disorders. We’ve expanded the scope of our
assistance over the years but we continue work with appli-
cants to connect them to their local community resources
and empower individuals and families to advocate for
themselves.
6th ANNUAL NATIONAL RIDE
To help sustain and support the program while raising West Virginia to Washington DC
awareness of bleeding disorders and promoting healthy
living, we created our annual Gears for Good charity bike Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Trail
ride. 3 days
In 2016, we hosted our 6th national ride, 3rd regional ride
in New England, and the very first 1st annual regional ride 156 miles
in the great state of Ohio! Thanks to our amazing riders,
volunteers, and corporate sponsors, we reached our goal 20 riders
of raising over $133,000 for our Helping Hands program.

One hundred percent of the contributions raised by indi- 3rd ANNUAL REGIONAL RIDE
vidual donors will go to providing families and patients
in need with immediate financial assistance for expenses New England
like housing, utilities, transportation, and other medically Farmington Heritage Canal Trail
necessary items. and Farmington River Trail

2 days

70 miles

30 riders

1st ANNUAL REGIONAL RIDE

Ohio

Ohio and Erie Canal Towpath
1 day

50 miles

22 Riders

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