Ride for Bikes for Kids (March 29 )
RABA Foundation Bikes for Kids Event
Registration Link (See below for more information): https://www.viethconsulting.com/members/evr/reg_event.php?orgcode=RABA&evid=62349785
Sponsors
Beer Sponsor:
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Soup Sponsor:Alan Dole The Legacy Advisor Group: Empowering Wealth, Shaping Futures
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Rest Stop Host:
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What: Ride for Bikes for Kids
When: Sunday, March 29, 2026, 10 AM to Ride, 12 Noon for Refreshments / Auction / Raffle | Rain or Shine
Start/Finish: Richmond Community Toolbank, 1407 Cummings Dr, Richmond, VA 23220
Help us raise money to put 500+ bikes under the tree for Richmond kids this Christmas! This beloved annual ride is our 2026 fundraiser and friend-raiser kickoff.
🚴 Ride Options Choose your adventure — both routes start and finish at the Toolbank, with a rest stop in Ashland:
- 45-mile route – https://ridewithgps.com/routes/53998219
- 36.5-mile route – https://ridewithgps.com/routes/53998162
- ✨ NEW in 2026: Both routes feature portions of the brand-new Fall Line Trail!
🎉 Post-Ride Party
- Gumbo Bar: Club member John Senn is back with his famous spicy gumbo! Bring a pot of your own soup to share — veggie and vegan options especially welcome.
- Cold beverages (golden and non-alcoholic) provided
- Silent Auction: Bid on fantastic bike gear, gift certificates, and experiences — in person AND online (new this year!) for maximum bidding access
- Raffle: Amazing prizes — nearly everyone goes home a winner!
💰 Registration Pricing
Registration Window | RABA Members | General Public |
Now through March 14 | $25 | $30 |
March 15 – March 28 | $35 | $40 |
March 29 (Walk-up) | $45 | $45 |
Non-Rider (through March 29) | $10 | $20 |
👉 Register now: www.viethconsulting.com/members/evr/reg_main.php?orgcode=RABA&evid=62349785
✅ Registered successfully? You’ll receive a confirmation message with full event details. No confirmation = registration didn’t go through — please try again!
🙋 Want to Volunteer? We need enthusiastic helpers on event day, March 29! Volunteer roles include:
- Ride Leaders for both routes, A (18-19.5 mph) through C (12-14 mph avg) Paces
- Set-up
- Walk-up registration
- Silent auction & raffle set-up and operations
- Clean-up
- Note: there are limited spots for volunteer roles. If you don’t see one listed, that means all spots for that role have been filled.
🎉 Best part? Volunteers attend the event for free! Register using the same link above and indicate your interest in volunteering. Every helping hand makes a difference in putting bikes in the hands of Richmond kids!
Can’t make it or prefer not to ride? We understand! Consider making a donation in any amount that’s meaningful to you at raba.org/bikes-for-kids — every dollar helps us reach our goal of 500+ bikes for Richmond kids.
🤝 Interested in Sponsoring? We’re still seeking sponsors for this event! If you, your business, or someone you know would like to support Ride for Bikes for Kids, please reach out to Andrew Mann at rabamann@aol.com.