This ride was started back in 2010 to show support for cousin Sandy, when she was diagnosed with colon cancer and was all of a sudden fighting for her life. What else could we offer, but to show support and try to lessen the burden that comes with unimaginable medical bills and getting through day-to-day life? He saw just how giving these people could be, with nothing expected in return. That cold
ride in October was just for Sandy. It was a learning experience, to say the least. So much of this was new to all of us. Many new contacts were made. Year two was also for Sandy, but funds were shared with Get On The Bandwagon, NOW!, a group that provides cancer patients with gift cards for second opinions, gas money, etc. L/A Harley provided us with the space and Gypsy played. Pizza Hut joined us with a box top advertising campaign and sold pizza at the conclusion of the ride, donating the profit and even their tips. Year three brought us a collaboration with both Reggies, providing their parking lot with donuts and coffee and Big Moose Harley-Davidson, providing food and a band at the end of the ride. That year our beneficiary was Jill, a young mother, with a tough road ahead, so grateful for the help. A tough year for us, as many other rides were rescheduled for that day, forcing riders to choose between charities. Year four brought us a collaboration with L/A Harley-Davidson, providing us with their parking lot on a highly coveted Saturday, with food and and the L/A Harley band. Our recipient was Diana, a volunteer herself, helping out Veterans with the Wounded Heroes. Year five, once again we had the support of L/A Harley, providing space, a band and bar-b-q. Our recipient was Jay Chief of Police, Larry White, Sr. We were all happy to see so many come out in support of this wonderful man that provided for his community. Unfortunately, we lost Larry in 2014, after a long battle with cancer. He held on until he could see his granddaughter get married, just as he promised. Every year is better than the one before, always learning what works and what doesn't. It is wonderful to see our past recipients join us, provide updates, and pay it forward. Preparations are under way for 2015. We hope you will all join us at Sandy's Ride Cancer Sucks!
