545 miles. 7 days. 1 mission.
What brought you to the Ride? I've been HIV POZ since the mid to late 80s and have lost COUNTLESS friends & acquaintances over the years. Then in 1992, I suffered full bilateral pneumocystis pneumonia that almost added me to that list, and …Read More
What brought you to the Ride? I became a Roadie after a few years of seeing friends who both rode and worked for ALC come back from the ride with new energy. I found myself looking for an outlet for both some personal trauma I was processing, and …Read More
What brought you to the Ride? My husband and I FaceTimed our friend Becca in June 2016...when she happened to be resting at her LA hotel post-ride. I remember this glow she had in between her sharing memories, laughter and even some tears about her …Read More
What brought you to the Ride? What brings me to the ride, is knowing the amazing people I will be around for an entire week and also welcoming new people to the love bubble. What is your favorite Ride memory? My favorite ride memory is when I …Read More
What brought you to the Ride? My husband David and I have always enjoyed riding together. Riding with him is always a happy time away from the busy-ness of life. Also, access to health among the LGBT+ communities is part of the things we’ve talked …Read More
Dear , This June, I’ll be joining 3,000 others making the week-long, 545 mile journey from SF to LA in order to raise awareness, eliminate stigma and end HIV/AIDS as part of AIDS/LifeCycle 2020. I’ve set a fundraising goal, and I need your help to …Read More
Subject: I don’t need a present - just a... Dear (Name), Donation! ‘Tis the season for Holiday Parties, white elephant gift exchanges, hot chocolate, and joy. As you cross names off of your shopping list and find the perfect presents for …Read More
What brought you to the Ride? I have been supporting and donating to my friends who have been involved with the ride for a while, and since it’s such a huge part of my greater community circle, I’ve been curious to find a way to get involved. Last …Read More
Dear , Today is Giving Tuesday and I am inviting you to be a part of my journey with AIDS/LifeCycle. Giving Tuesday is a global celebration of generosity that started with a simple idea: encourage people to do good. Today, join me in doing …Read More
Dear , Today is World AIDS Day. December 1st, World AIDS Day. World AIDS Day honors those we have lost and those living with HIV/AIDS. This year the observance is dedicated to addressing the inequities that perpetuate the pandemic. When you …Read More
