Friends,

I'll be cycling 150 miles over 3 days from Cumberland, MD to Pittsburgh, PA on the GAP to raise money for projects in Haiti.   I can't even imagine what i'm getting myself into,  i haven't biked more than a mile since i was 13 riding around Jefferson Boro with Bud,  Blaze and Cugs on my Schwinn BMX Bike.  

All the more reason that I'm more excited than ever to take this on.   What a great challenge, and I expect some amazing conversations with some great friends.  I'd love if you consider donating to my journey,  and by supporting my ride, you'll be supporting ESPWA's work in Haiti. 

Would you consider sponsoring my ride?

I've set a fundraising goal of $650  and I couldn't be more excited to make this happen. 

if you sponsor my ride at 10cents a mile, thats 15$ and that would make me a very Happy rider!  

Funds raised from will support projects like our partnership with the most amazing Doctor Eugene Maklin,  doing great things on the frontline in Cap Haitian, Haiti. 

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR  CONSIDERATION. 

Espwa’s Ride the GAP is a fundraising adventure bike ride on the Great Allegheny Passage (GAP). This 3-day excursion spans 150 miles from Cumberland, MD to Pittsburgh, PA. Riders of all skill levels are welcome on this fully supported ride. Funds raised from this charity bike ride will be used to support the projects of the Espwa Foundation.

The Espwa Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to impacting those in poverty in the Cap Haitien, Haiti region.  "Espwa" is the Haitian Creole word for "hope."  We believe it's all about relationships and that through long-term development, we can truly help our brothers and sisters in Haiti.  We don't just throw money at problems, or give handouts when they are not the appropriate type of intervention.  We assess situations, get to know those involved, and come up with strategies to achieve personal and professional growth.  In our project portfolio, we engage in medical relief by partnering with local physicians, and undertake development efforts across the spectrum: family support, farming, small business, pastoral support, and more.  Join our movement of hope in Haiti today!