$8,07540%Goal:
$20,000
Stratford
Hosted by Stratford House of Blessing
What moves you? The Ride for Refuge, a family-friendly fundraising bike + walk in support of the Stratford House of Blessing who are serving people seeking hope, safety, and freedom. Join us Saturday, Oct 5, 2024!
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About Stratford House of Blessing
Ride for Refuge funds will help Stratford House of Blessing keep doing what they do well and bridge the gap between other funding sources to be able to continue to offer food and support to those currently in need. As it has for so many, the rising cost of housing, groceries and fuel has brought many challenges and we are experiencing increasing numbers of employed parents needing assistance.
Supporting this event you will be able to help provide food to those who are struggling in Stratford and surrounding area and provide resources for new mothers and children by offering foodbank services and free home delivery of food hampers. In addition to food you get to help provide personal care items, and provide diapers and formula for the babies, school snack for children and so much more.
For information on additional programs visit us at www.shob.org.
Event Day Details
Save the date - RIDE Day is October 5, 2024!
As a foodbank we see our food donations decreasing and our numbers seeking support increasing.
#RIDE24 is a great way to help us continue to do what we do well, by helping address food insecurity and providing hope to those finding finances tight, and having to make tough choices.
Schedule
- 10:00 am: Meet Check-in + Welcome
- 11:00 am: Move Send-off
- 12:00 pm: Munch Light meal served
- 1:00 pm: Mosey Thank You! See you in 2025!
Not able to join us at the Main Event? We hope you'll register, fundraise and participate offsite with friends and family.
Route Details
- Route Distances: We have great routes where you can walk 2.5 or 5 km or bike 10 or 20 km.
- Rest Stops: The rest stop will have yummy snacks and drinks.
- Signage: Routes will be well-signed with our bold orange RIDE signs.
- Route Support: Route marshals, rest stop hosts, and support vehicle drivers will provide support along the route.
- Children 12 and Under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.
- No Pets: We love our little furballs like you do, but pets are not permitted at Ride for Refuge except for approved and trained service animals. Read more about our pet policy >
Check-in
- All participants check-in personally at the event on Saturday, October 5, 2024.
- T-shirts! Fundraising participants who raise $150+ (or $75+ for those under 18) will receive a RIDE shirt as a thank you on Event Day, while supplies last.
- There is no registration fee to participate in the Ride for Refuge, but most participants raise $250-300 or more in support of their charity.
Have questions? Visit the FAQ section!
Waivers
All participants should register online.
- Adults accept the waiver automatically when they register online.
- Youth/Children: under 18 need a waiver signed by their parent or guardian.
- An online waiver form will be emailed to all parents/guardians before RIDE Day.
- You may also bring a filled-out paper waiver.
- Waivers will be available at check-in on RIDE Day.
What to Bring
A few common sense suggestions:
- A cell phone for emergencies (recommended but not required)
- Your bike and helmet or walking shoes
- Extra snacks if you have allergies or food sensitivities
- Your own water bottle
- Warm layers with moisture-repelling clothing. Early October weather can be cool, with rain and wind. The weather might also be gorgeous and sunny. So be sure to keep your eye on the forecast.
- A passion for the charity you're walking and fundraising for!
Handling Money
- Credit Card: The Best Option! Simple, secure, automatically tax receipted for gifts of $20+. Visit the Donate page, share your personal page link, or have your donor call the RIDE Head Office.
- Cheques: The Old Faithful - made out to Ride for Refuge with your name on the Memo line. Mail them to RIDE Head Office along with your completed pledge form.
- Cash: You have 2 options:
- 1. Login to FundHub, click “Enter $$ and Cheques,” create pledges for your cash donations, pay them off with your personal credit card, and keep the cash. OR...
- 2. Write a cheque (made out to “Ride for Refuge”) for the total amount of cash you’ve collected. Mail it to the RIDE Head Office with your completed pledge sheet.
2023 RIDE Photos
Here's a collection of our favourite RIDE photos nationwide - special thanks to the many stellar photographers who sent them in!
Contact Us
RIDE Stratford 2024
The RIDE Team Participant & Donor Services
Toll Free 1.877.743.3413 / Phone 519.603.2250
Email stratford@rideforrefuge.org