Eight years later and 1000s of miles in the saddle, I am honestly not sure how to describe the training and preparation involved in my family's personal commitment to give back to Chai Lifeline for the support they gave us and particularly Sarah Naomi for many years. They encourage me to do what needs to be done to complete this ride and raise the money to give back. I could say it's fun, a breeze, the best thing ever.  Truthfully  - it's hard and grueling. It consumes a tremendous amount of time and much of that is taken from time with family.  That being said, my family would not be where it is today without the support of Chai Lifeline.  So, it's worth it.  If you have read this far, then I ask you to please partner with me this 9th year to pay it forward, to help Chai Lifeline make another child smile.

And below is the official description...

This summer, I am excited to take part in Bike4Chai, an exhilarating and challenging cycling event benefiting the children and families of Chai Lifeline. Every mile I ride and every dollar I raise will help support critical programs and services for more than 6,000 families impacted by illness, crisis, and loss. These services include counseling and case management, meals delivered to hospitals and homes, transportation to medical appointments, emergency financial assistance, insurance advocacy, i-Shine afterschool programming, Big Brothers/Sisters, crisis and trauma intervention, and Chai Lifeline’s flagship medically-supervised summer programs, Camp Simcha, Camp Simcha Special, and Camp Simcha Without Borders.

My goal is to raise $10,000 for this important cause and I hope I can count on you to help me reach it. All donations are 100% tax-deductible. 

Life for a child with cancer, disability, or other serious illness is grueling. From the moment of diagnosis, Chai Lifeline’s dedicated staff and volunteers are there to provide joy, hope, and unparalleled care throughout the turbulent medical journey. Please contribute generously by clicking on the donate button now.

On behalf of the children and families of Chai Lifeline, thank you for your support.

Ben

PS. For more information regarding this ride please visit bike4chai.com