Pedal for a Purpose in Central Minnesota

Are you someone who enjoys going on long bike rides? Would it make it even better if you could ride your bike with a purpose? It's certainly nice to go for a long bike ride for the great exercise, fresh air, and the joy of being out on the open road. But what if you could do all that, and make a difference in the lives of families in need in central Minnesota?  If you are looking for an enjoyable adventure with a purpose, you've just found one.

Central Minnesota Habitat for Humanity (Central MN Habitat) is hosting the Bike Build Home 500 in St. Cloud, and they are welcoming riders from all over central Minnesota to join in the fun for a significant cause.  The Bike Build Home 500 will take place from July 8th through July 13th, 2025.

THIS YEAR'S GOAL- $200,000

The goal this year to to get 85 people to ride, and raise approximately $200,000. You can click here for fundraising ideas for your ride, and they recommend that you start riding now at least three times a week, to make sure that you are ready for a ride like this.  Just so you know, there will be people on hand in case you need help, need a break, or simply have bike or health issues on the ride; they can pick you up and bring you back safely to home base.

So the answer is YES! It is a multi-day event, and each day that you ride, you could be helping a central Minnesota family find their home sweet home, affordable home ownership; A place where they can feel safe, spend time together, and focus on their best lives and family values.

ST. JOHN'S PREP

The event is going to be held at St. John's Prep. There will be rides every day, and you can choose whether you want to take shorter or longer routes.  There will be dorm accommodations for overnight stays as well as events every evening, meals, and a chance to make new friends who share the same passions for helping out their community, just like you.  There will even be an opportunity for you to work on a build. Don't worry if you've never done it before. There are going to be lots of people who have great experience, and many people who are there to learn how to help. Everyone is needed and encouraged to be a part of this great event.

CAN I RIDE MY E-BIKE?

The answer is YES...you can. There are some limitations, so make sure you know what those are by reading all the information on the registration form, and make sure that you have all your charging and supplies on hand.

DO YOU JUST WANT TO HELP?

Just to let you know, maybe you don't ride a bike, but you would love to be a part of the build. You certainly can. The more helping hands, the better. You can learn more about how to volunteer by clicking HERE. If you are not riding in the event, you are asked to cover your costs of involvement for food and lodging. You can also visit your rider at rest stops along the way.

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GET REGISTERED TO RIDE

Now that you are ready to ride, click HERE to get registered for the event. The mission of the event is to raise money to create an affordable housing solution, and most of the money that will be raised at this event will go to local Habitat for Humanity affiliates, including Central MN Habitat for Humanity, based in St. Cloud.

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