The Fight Against Multiple Sclerosis – How 1,710 cyclists raised 1.34 million dollars in 1 weekend!
It seems unbelievable but it is indeed true.
Combine one weekend – one large gathering of committed bike riders – 150 km – and what do you get? 1.34 million dollars raised to continue the fight against multiple sclerosis – an unpredictable and disabling disease of the central nervous system.
Zawadee – Bring Africa Home is justifiably proud of their sponsored team – Spokes and Folks – who raised almost $10,000. Go Spokes and Folks!
Our Zawadee-Sponsored Team – Spokes and Folks
Spokes and Folks had the youngest rider in the entire field – Ali Salemwalla – Mustafa Salemwalla’s nephew. More coming about Ali’s incredible achievement and contribution in a future blog.
Ali Salemwalla – the youngest rider at 11 years of age in a field of 1,710 cyclists
We’d like to share a little background (and some photos and videos) with you in the hopes that next year, you’ll join the ride or sponsor a rider.
Rob Brooks is an 18 year veteran of the MS Bike Tours and is an ardent supporter of the fight against Multiple Sclerosis. Rob has been involved in Squash for over 50 years – as a squash pro, a coach, a board and committee member, a squash club owner and as a volunteer. Rob joined Squash Ontario’s Board of Directors as Vice President and then served 3 years as one of the association’s most successful and respected presidents.
Mustafa interviews Rob Brooks about his history and devotion to the fight against MS
Rob credits John and Lori Burgess for his introduction to the MS Bike Tours. John and Lori told him that, in addition to providing much needed support to fight MS, it would be “the best weekend of the year”. And, we are here to tell you – they were right!
Spokes and Folks beloved Captain – another “Robert” – is Bob Mansbridge – a seasoned business exec and also a long term veteran of the MS Bike Tour. Bob is extremely dedicated but an added bonus is that if you hear laughter, Bob’s probably the cause! His devotion and upbeat attitude are an inspiration to all of us. We’re very proud that Bob has traditionally been the single largest individual fund raiser on the team and “leads the way” in raising awareness about MS.
We hope you, like us, are impressed with what this large group of bicyclists achieved this year and will consider participation and/or support next year. Zawadee – Bring Africa Home believes in the power of empowerment and will continue to sponsor Spokes and Folks in their remarkable pursuit.
Please visit our website to learn more about Zawadee’s empowering philanthropic commitments. We support the pursuit of clean drinking water and also micro-fund artists, entrepreneurs and students.
Our Zawadee Family Riding to Fight Multiple Sclerosis
Stay tuned for our blog about Ali – the 11 year old marvel who completed this ride. Ali explains why he stepped up to the plate and what he learned by doing so. Ali was the youngest rider in the entire group. A heart warming and inspiring tale for certain!
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