Journey of Hope, News
Journey of Hope’s annual quest
Every year in mid-June, a group of college-aged bicyclists pedal their way across the United States raising money and awareness for those with disabilities.
Every year in mid-June, a group of college-aged bicyclists pedal their way across the United States raising money and awareness for those with disabilities.
“If I had to sum it up in one line it’s everyone wants to be loved and everyone wants to feel special and this trip shows and demonstrates that on a daily basis,” said Chris Kiker, Gear Up Florida cyclist.
“Now, through this life-changing experience,” Sam Raduns said, “I have met people who can’t do what you or I do, but who can do many things. It’s amazing what they can achieve.”
They’re back. Since 2014, Western Nevada College has hosted a group of philanthropic-minded cyclists who travel across the country to help people with disabilities.
It's a long journey. But 30-year-old Journey of Hope's 3,745-mile cross-country trek by Pi Kappa Phi fraternity men is worth it.
A Journey of Hope TransAmerica team will stop in Walla Walla Saturday after an 80-mile bicycle ride from Richland, the fourth day of a 4,370-mile cross-country event to raise awareness. They will gather at 5:30 p.m. in Wildwood Park, 7 S. Division St.
This summer, two SUNY Geneseo students will bicycle across the country for charities.
A few years ago, Nick Barton rode a bike and raised thousands of dollars for people with disabilities during a Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity philanthropy event in Florida.
Last week, about 40 fraternity brothers stopped in Gainesville to take a break from an 850-mile bicycle ride through Florida.