I'm participating in the 2026 spring Bike-A-Thon to raise money for Bikes Not Bombs, an organization that has been using the bicycle as a vehicle for social change for over 40 years!  By reclaiming thousands of bicycles each year, Bikes Not Bombs provides skill development, jobs, and sustainable transportation to underserved youth and adults in Boston and across the Global South.  Despite the small-scale effectiveness of BNB, the need for this work has significantly increased in recent years. I have believed in Bikes Not Bombs' mission for many years now and thus am continuing working to support them.

Most of you have generously supported my past efforts for BNB, including last year when a training mishap necessitated my recruiting a replacement participant two weeks before the ride. (The ride this spring is one day after the May 16 anniversary of my accident. So I signed up to do just 25 miles this time, though I may expand on that.)  I hope that you'll be willing to contribute towards my riding for this hands-on, pedal-driven organization this year.  The Bike-A-Thon is Bikes Not Bombs' biggest fundraiser each year. 

If you’d like to donate towards this cause and help me reach my goal, here's how you can help:

• Donate: Contribute whatever you can. No amount is too small!
• Spread the Word: Share my fundraising page with your friends, family, and social networks. Let’s spread awareness so we can raise more!

Thank you for standing by me in this effort. Your support is much appreciated.