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Frequently Asked Questions
1. How do I begin?
Want to Participate?
Just register here and join us!
You can now create and manage your own personal page, share your photos, goals and get sponsors.
Want to sponsor a rider? Click here for details.
If you have further questions, please contact Mindy Mueller at (414) 510-8245 or [email protected].
2. What are the Race Options and Schedules?
The ride will take place rain or shine! Welcoming motorcycles (100 miles scenic 3 stops) and ATV’s (50 miles 2 stops)
3. What Does Pledging to the Ride Mean, Exactly?
By committing to this event, and pledging to raise money for its success, you are helping raise invaluable funds to support stillbirth awareness, research, education, advocacy & family support. We encourage every participant to raise a minimum of $100
We are dedicated to this mission and all proceeds raised from the event will allow us to build on the numerous programs we currently offer. With your support, we can make a difference by supporting bereaved families, encouraging and supporting research and education.
We wish you all the success possible. Join us, set and achieve new goals, enjoy the ride..... and get all the sponsors you can, so when you cross that finish line, we will all be winners – you, and all families that have lost a child to stillbirth and all families in the future hoping to bring home beautiful, healthy and happy babies.
4. How can my supporters submit payment?
Online contributions can be made by credit card on the runner’s personalized page found on our website at www.abbysride.org. Just make sure to tell your supporter to select your name from the list of participants.
Corporate event sponsors can pay online or be invoiced if requested.
5. I am concerned that I might not be able to raise the required funds. Will I be able to do it?
Even if you've never raised money before, our materials and strategies will make it easy for you to solicit and collect sponsorships from friends, family, colleagues, neighbors, and others. Experience has shown that it is not only possible, but enjoyable, to set and reach your goals. Please refer to the sample letters found on your personal fundraising page center, that explains the programs the event supports, and you will be surprised to see how quickly friends, family, and co-workers will respond to your request to help this wonderful cause. Just remember to make it personal as well, as you want them to know that they are sponsoring YOU and YOUR efforts! And, as many companies offer charitable donation matching programs, make sure to ask your sponsors to check with their employers, as it will help you meet your goal ever more quickly.
6. Is the event only for riders?
No! The ride is designed as a day of fun for the whole family. It attracts participants from the northwestern Wisconsin area, but it is also attended by family members and friends and supporters from the greater community who look forward to it as a fun and exciting community gathering.
In addition to the ride, the event includes live music by Gypsy Road, food and a raffle!
7. Do You Ride Alone or as a Team?
Either! Participants can ride alone or create their own team to ride together.
8. Do I have to have a fundraiser page?
Participation in the fundraiser by having a fundraising page and asking friends and family to sponsor your page is only an option! When you register an individual fundraising page is automatically created for you - but it is simply another way, if you choose, for you to support the event! Give it a try and tell your family, friends, neighbors and co-workers about stillbirth and why the need to raise funds and awareness is so very important. You'll be surprised how many folks to talk to that have also been touch by the loss of a precious child.
9. Is there a refund/exchange policy?
Yes. If a donation was made accidentally or for the wrong amount, simply make us aware of the issue and we will be happy to make any necessary refunds, changes or corrections. Ride registration fees are not refundable.
10. Is parking available?
Free parking is available at all locations throughout the event. |
