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 THE RIDE
Cycling for Change 2012, Going to Joplin!
June 3-9, 2012
Cycling for Change was inspired by the Campaign to Reduce Poverty in America. In 2010, Catholic Charities of Kansas City-St. Joseph sponsored a 100-day, 5,000 mile bike ride across America to raise funds for the poverty-reduction programs of its’ Caritas Center. The ride was a vehicle for advocacy, fundraising and awareness of poverty in our nation and local communities.
More than 11 million people were touched by the ride, and this summer the adventure continues in our own backyard!
View the Cycling for Change 2012 Bike Route
Raise Funds – Make a Difference!
 To participate, each cyclist has minimum fundraising requirements:
7-Day Rider - $1000
4-Day Rider - $750
1-Day Rider* - $100
* Single day ride participation is available on June 3 or June 9. $100 fundraising requirements for each day. Four-day participation is available June 3-6 or June 6-9. Both include three days of riding and one day of service in Joplin.
Fundraising can be accomplished by:
• receiving individual donations from family and friends
• hosting a fundraising event(s)
• making a personal minimum donation of $1,000
• securing a corporate sponsorship.
*Please consult with Catholic Charities before requesting funds from a corporation to ensure another rider has not already approached the business.
REGISTER TODAY!
Register as an individual
or sign up a team.
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Included in the Ride
Each 7-day rider participant receives:
• Overnight accommodations in a facility such as a school gym, church hall, dormitory, etc.
• Access to showers for three nights
• Official Cycling for Change 2012 team jersey* (if registered by March 28)
• Cycling for Change 2012 route guide
• Fresh fruit and other healthly snacks each day
• Support and Gear (SAG) for transporting equipment and other supplies
• Limited meals (more details coming soon)
• Celebration event at the finish
Each 4-day rider participant receives:
• Overnight accommodations in a facility such as a school gym, church hall, dormitory, etc.
• Access to showers for three nights
• Official Cycling for Change 2012 team jersey* (if registered by March 28)
• Cycling for Change 2012 route guide
• Fresh fruit and other healthly snacks each day
• Support and Gear (SAG) for transporting equipment and other supplies
• Limited meals (more details coming soon)
• Celebration event at the finish
 Each 1-day rider participant receives:
• Official Cycling for Change 2012 Team Jersey (if registered by March 28) or Cycling for Change Team T-Shirt*
• Cycling for Change 2012 route guide
• Fresh fruit and other healthy snacks during ride
• Support and Gear (SAG) for transporting equipment and other supplies
• Celebration event at the finish
* All cyclists will be required to wear the Cycling for Change 2012 apparel each day of the ride.
Additional Information
Cycling Apparel:
All cyclists will be required to wear the Cycling for Change 2012 Team Jersey each day of the ride.
Additional merchandise available for purchase when ordered by March 28, 2012:
• Cycling for Change Missouri 2012 Team Jersey - $75
• Cycling for Change T-Shirt - $15
Food
The Cycling for Change 2012 Committee works to have many meals donated by the local communities on the route. Updates will be provided as these arrangements are confirmed. Any meals not provided by local volunteers will be at the expense of the rider.
Overnight Accommodations
Rest facilities for cyclists and SAG Team Members will be provided each evening. The facilities will include school gyms, church basements, and dormitories.
Cyclists may opt to reserve hotel rooms at their own expense. View the list of hotels.
These hotels have a block of rooms reserved under the group, “Cycling for Change.” Special group rate pricing has been arranged. Reservations may be limited in some facilities. Cyclists and SAG Team Members should indicate lodging preference on their registration form.
 Overnight Stops
Missouri: Butler, Nevada, Joplin, Lake Stockton and Clinton
Luggage
Every participant is permitted two (2) bags, in addition to a sleeping bag, pillow, and air mattress (optional). Due to space limitations, please pack only essential items. Sleeping cots are not permitted.
Laundry Facilities
A list of the local laundry facilities will be provided as the ride nears. Riders are responsible for laundry soap and expenses associated with using these facilities if they opt to do so. Otherwise, hand washing of clothing items would need to be accomplished in sink/shower at rest facilities.
Weather Plan
Cycling for Change 2012 will continue rain or shine. Please be prepared to ride in inclement weather. In severe weather such as thunderstorms or lightning, riders will go to a temporary shelter and call the SAG Team Leader to notify them of location to be picked up. All riders should bring sunscreen and any other all-weather gear necessary.
Support and Gear (SAG)
The SAG Team of Cycling for Change will provide support in roaming vehicles ready for minor medical and/or mechanical problems. There will also be volunteer support at rest stops with snacks and water. SAG Team Members will be available each day after morning check-in until 4:00 p.m. or until the last rider has been checked into the overnight accommodations.
Finish Line Celebration
Catholic Charities will be hosting a Celebration Event immediately following the 7-Day ride. Each 1-Day Rider or 7-Day Rider is admitted to Cycling for Change free. Additional guests are $25.00 each.
Registration Deadline:
To ensure your custom C4C jersey, registration is due by March 28, 2012 at 5 p.m.
Cancellations and Refunds:
Cancellations after March 28th will not result in a refund. Riders cancelling after March 28th are responsible to notify donors that their funds/donations will not be returned after March 28, 2012.
* Photos by Jeremy Ruzich
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