Support the Center

Issue 7



Bike Drop-Off, Bus Pickup & Registration Day Schedule

 

Next week is a busy week and there are a lot of logistics to be aware of. Here's a breakdown of the schedule for dropping off your bike, getting on the bus and checking in. 

Wednesday 9/19
8 AM -12 PM Bike Drop-off & Donation Minimum Confirmation
The Center
Bring your bike to be shipped to Boston and any extra donations you need to drop off. If you have not yet met your minimum by this day you can make a fundraising guarantee at the bike drop-off. 

*Note: You will NOT be able to bring your bike with you on the bus. 

Thursday 9/20
8 AM Crew Bus Departs Sharply at 8
The Center
Make sure to arrive early enough to check in, drop off bags and get settled on the bus.

12 PM (noon) Rider Bus Departs Sharply at 12
The Center
Make sure to arrive no later than 11:45 to check in, drop off your gear bag and get settled on the bus.

2 PM Crew Training & Registration
Sheraton, Framingham
Crew registration process, safety presentation, team meetings and training.

4:30 - 6 PM Rider Registration, Check-in, Safety Presentation
Sheraton, Framingham
Riders will walk through the registration process, hotel check-in and safety presentation.

6 - 6:30 PM Free Time
Sheraton, Framingham
Take some time to freshen up, get settled in your hotel room and prepare for dinner and Night #1 Welcome & Presentation.

6:30 - 8:30 PM Welcome Dinner & Presentation
Sheraton Ballroom
Dinner will be served buffet style from 6:30 - 8:30 PM. Get those carbs in for Day #1 (our longest day on the road!).

7:15 - 8 PM Night #1 Welcome & Presentation
Sheraton Ballroom

 

Cycle for the Cause Packing List

Click on the link below to find the Cycle for the Cause recommended packing list. Remember, you are allowed only one bag that is no heavier than 30 lbs. Plan for all weather conditions and DON'T FORGET YOUR HELMET!

Download the Packing List

Reminders & FYIs


1. Cyclefor the Cause jerseys may be picked up during registration with your welcome packet.


2. Don't forget to bring a Red Dress for Red Dress Day on Saturday! There will be prizes awarded for different Red Dress categories.

3. Bring any extra cash or check donations with you to registration in Boston.

4. Don't forget your smartphone - there will be many opportunities to continue fundraising on the ride!

 

Cheering Stations Along the Route for Family & Friends

Each day along the route there are designated cheering stations for your friends and family to spur you on and help you up those hills. Below you will find each cheering station and its location.

Download the Cheering Stations List

Closing Ceremonies Information

Invite your friends and family to welcome you back to the Center at the Cycle for the Cause Homecoming Celebration on Sunday, September 23 from 1:30 - 4 PM.

• 1:30 PM Cycle for the Cause Homecoming Celebration begins
• 2 PM Riders & Crew Arrive at the Center
• 2:05 - 2:35 PM Cycle for the Cause Closing Ceremony & Fundraising Reveal
• 2:35 - 4 PM Cycle for the Cause Homecoming Party

C4C 2013 Registration
Raffles & Giveaways
Free Food & Beer
Community Partners & Local Vendors
Live DJ
Postcard Photo Opportunity & C4C Picture Slideshow…and much more!




Meeting Your Fundraising Minimum

As we enter the final days before the big event, we want to thank you for committing to the Cycle for the Cause fundraising minimums ($3,000 for riders 30 years and older; $2,000 for riders 18-29 years old; $500 for all crew). Below are details on where you need to be in the fundraising process to participate in the ride.

• Each rider must be at 50% of the fundraising minimum by orientation day on Thursday, September 20, 2012. If you do not have at least 50% of the minimum requirement and you wish to participate in Cycle for the Cause, you must provide your credit card information and make a payment to meet half of the minimum (for example, if the requirement is $3,000, you must make a payment to bring your fundraising to $1,500).

• Riders have 30 days from the end of the ride (Sunday, September 23, 2012) to reach the full minimum. If a rider has not reached the fundraising minimum through donations by October 23, 2012, your credit card will then be charged the remaining balance to meet the minimum.

• If you are not at 50% or have not reached your minimum and do not wish to participate in Cycle for the Cause 2012, you are not obligated to meet any requirement.

• If you have reached your fundraising minimum by Thursday, September 20 (Orientation Day) this does not apply to you.

For questions or any further explanation please feel free to contact me at 646-358-1733 or mbeck@gaycenter.org.

I want to take a minute to personally thank each and every one of you for participating in Cycle for the Cause. I can't put into words how moved I have been by your hard work, dedication, training and all of the fundraising you've done to support the Center and the work we do here. You may not understand the full impact of what you do but my goal on the ride is to remind you that you are heroes, and every time you pedal your bike you are a symbol of hope in the fight against HIV/AIDS. You are literally saving lives by raising the money needed to provide critical HIV/AIDS services at the LGBT Community Center. So, from the bottom of my heart and for those whose voices can't be heard, I thank you.

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