Riders crossed the bricks at Indianapolis Motor Speedway yesterday as part of the local Ride for Kids®, an event that raised $23,765 for the PBTF.
The ride went through scenic Eagle Creek and ended with a lap around the famous Speedway track on an overcast morning with light rain.
Brain tumor survivors Brianna, Lindy, Sara, Jon, Grace, and Juliana inspired the crowd of 160 during the Celebration of Life program after the ride.
Juliana, a PBTF college scholarship recipient, said, "It means a lot as a 13-year survivor that you are supporting us."
The stars were joined by Dr. Larry Bates, an oncologist at St. Francis Hospital, and neuro-oncology nurse Cindy White from Riley Hospital.
The top fundraisers were:
- Individuals: Rex & Kathy Harrold, $10,691
- Club/Chapter: Members of GWRRA IN-A2, $7,147
- Motorcycle Business: Customers of Dreyer Honda, $10,741
The donated Ride for Kids® drawing prizes went to Donna Miller (Honda motorcycle); Debbie Hufferd (AGV helmet); Thomas Franklin (Dunlop tire); Judy Edwards (Tourmaster luggage); and Brian Gibson (Cardo Systems headset).
The all-volunteer task force in Indianapolis was led this year by Rex and Kathy Harrold and Jim and Patsy Gibson. Ride with us next year on Sunday, Sept. 9.
Each state requires PBTF to approve your fundraiser, so contact us early in your planning process. The first step is to complete our fundraising application.
