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I'm on a coach bus pulling into Burlington at the moment. I'm thinking about trying to keep up with the ride this year thru Bolgger-- maybe I will, maybe I won't. But I figured to start, I'd post the annual letter I wrote this year to donor-hopefuls. And hey, if you're reading this, go donate some money! I still have to meet my minimum! Without further ado:
"Hello everyone,
I hope this letter finds you in good health and spirits, and you are enjoying the beginning of your summers! I write to you today seeking your support for the Anchor House-- a charity for which I've raised funds in the last four years. To the many of you who have donated to me in the past, my thanks go out to you yet again. For those of you who have not, or don't know exactly what this letter is about, please allow me to explain.
In just under four weeks (July 13th), I will head north on a bus from Waterfront Park in Trenton, NJ to Burlington, VT with my Dad & about 200 other riders and support staff. From there, we'll begin the 500 mile, 7 day bicycle ride back to NJ on the 35th annual Anchor House Ride for Runaways. This will be my fifth year doing the ride. (Milestones!)
For what? All the riders raise funds for the Anchor House, which is a shelter in Trenton for homeless, runaway, and abused children in the central NJ area. They provide a variety of services and care for the most disadvantaged portion of our population, ranging from emergency housing and counseling, to life skills and job training. A huge portion of Anchor House's operating budget comes from the funds raised by the riders every year, which is the main goal of the Ride for Runaways.
If you'd like to help the House help the kids, (and help me reach my fundraising target) the internet has made the process quick and easy. Online donations are handled through this link via PayPal or any major credit card. Each and every donation, of every and any amount, helps. As always, I can also accept checks in person if you happen to catch me.
If you'd like to read up more about the Anchor House, or the Ride itself, I've listed both website URL's at the bottom of this letter. The House does a variety of great work in the community that I'd encourage you to check out. Also, if you decide to donate, I'd love to hear from you, whether via e-mail or phone.
I would not have been able to do the Ride for the last four years without all of your continued support. You have my thanks in advance. Enjoy the rest of your summer, and I hope to hear from you all soon!"
In the event that I get sucked into studying for my Regulation exam, or spend too much time drinking Riverhorse Brews (or some likely combination of the two) and don't post, there's plenty of spots to find coverage. Krystal Knapp takes care of things on the side of the Trentonian & Planet Princeton, and the esteemed Ken Carlson is keeping a bolg of himself here:
Cheers, from my soon-to-be sore butt to your comfy one.
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