The Purpose
Hello everyone, it's Cody. That's right, here we go again! Dr. Ross has decided to take his bike and ride on behalf of the Boys and Girls Club of America, instead this time, to the northeastern most point of the US across the Maine border and into New Brunswick, Canada. You would've thought the first 1200 miles to Key West would've been enough. But then again, those of you who really know Dr. Ross probably figured it was only a matter of time before he was at it again. Our date of departure is Thursday August 9th. We are both looking forward to a trip that will most likely be nothing short of crazy, as we will be heading into some pretty congested, urban areas which should make for some interesting riding as well as navigating. Dr. Ross has stayed in great biking shape since the Key West trip in preparation for this one, so he should be ready to go come Thursday. We will continue to blog throughout this trip as well, and also be sure to check out our main website at www.riding4areason.org for picture updates and to donate. Our goal when we began "Riding 4 A Reason" was to raise a total of $100,000, and so far, we have raised around $85,000. Our main purpose of this trip to Canada is to reach that goal, as we will be donating all of the proceeds to the clubs here in Eastern North Carolina. Please let your friends and family in on the scoop as we try to reach our goal and in raising awareness for these kids at the B&G clubs of America. We will be in touch soon!
"Riding 4 A Reason" is an opportunity to raise awareness for the Boys and Girls Clubs on the east coast of the United States. On Wednesday May 2nd, I, Dennis Ross, will be leaving on my bicycle from my orthodontic office on a 1200 mile journey from Greenville, North Carolina to Key West, Florida. My goal is to raise $100,000 to distribute to the various clubs on my route. Donations made will remain in the state from which you reside to benefit the Boys and Girls clubs locally. However, if you would like to have your donation benefit a club not on my route, you may specify that in the memo line of our Thank You page after your donation is made. I will also be doing a presentation at each club on health, nutrition, bicycle safety, and oral health. Some of the anticipated stops along the way include: Myrtle Beach, SC; Savannah, GA; Jacksonville, FL; Merritt Island FL; Palm Beach, FL; Miami, FL; Key Largo, FL; and Key West, FL. Please make a difference and donate to such a great cause!
The Journey
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The Sponsors
We would like to thank the following sponsors:
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The Donors
David & Angie Jones
Robert Doherty
Patti Clark
Jeffrey Miller
Mr. & Mrs. W.E. Grant
Mr. & Mrs. James Sullivan
Mr. & Mrs. John Komnath
Russell & Wanda Needell
Greg Abeyounis
Tommy Price
Linwood & Kathy Brown
Mr. & Mrs. William Brewer, Jr.
Hugh & Linda Leighty
G. Dennis Massey
Mitzi Logan
Drs. Boyette & Mann
David & Marjorie Pearsall
J. Bryant Kittrell III
Marlene Hughes
Mr. & Mrs. John West, Jr.
Eye Integrated Communications
James Arnold
Glenn & Michele Dail
Mark Gerhart-East Carolina Moving
Michael & Heidi Tucker
Minges Bottling Group
Dion & Kristy Gaskins
Chick-fil-a University Commons
Pitt County Girls Softball League
Angie and Enoch Reid Jr.
Larry Talbert
Dr. Dana Eddings
Michael & Anne Fields
Sam Hylton
Sandra Steele
Keith Mays
Maggie & Gail Forbes
Shep & Debbie Edwards
Billy & Angela Stallings
Tracy Mayo
Sybil Hardy
Spencer and Sue Cosby
John Farley
Dr. Cary Bocklet
Greg Richardson
Dr. Jerry Barker
Stephanie Goodwin
Stephen Bath
Richard and Sherry Anderson
Dr. Greg Chadwick
Bonnie & Hank Speicher
Brian Summers
Dr. Bob Means
Herb & Lynne Garrison
Dr. Anthony Murray
Thomas & Mary Alligood
Kim Snead
Stacia Beddow
Michels and Gauquie PA
Danny & Cathy Roeser
Christian Langley
Steve & Karen Ausbon
Jim & Debbie Fowler
Sherry Mercer
Kim Edwards
Meghan Ipock
Dr. Lee Lewis
Dr. Jasper Lewis
Blake & Emily Stallings
Diedre Albritton
Glenn & Lynn Forbes
Dr. Ledyard Ross
Dr. William Lee
Dr. Alton Fanning, Jr.
Russell & Julia Ipock
Dean Cady
Henry Groome, Jr.
John Coffman
Bobby M. Collins, DDS
Dr. Brian B Jacobus
Randy and Bobby Fussell
Dr. Todd Rankin
Churchhill Financial Management/Calilfornia
Harry Smith
Dr. Mark Pabst
Martiel Ross
Pam Swanner
Robin Daves
Trevor Pitts
Tommy and Amy Ellis
Robert Rich
Jody Odaniell
Mark Hessert
Duane Grooms
Jennifer Coggins
Dr. Lee Hershon
Dr. Loring Ross
Don Parrott
Drs. Holt & Taylor Humphries
Eddie & Jo Smith
4 Corners Study Club of Eastern NC
Dr. Dennis Ross
Robert Carter Jr.
Dr. Daniel Warren
Dr. Keith Hinnant
Dr. Robert Calcote