Friends,

I'm getting back on my bike to raise needed funds for the Espwa Foundation. As you can imagine, COVID-19 has impacted Espwa's fundraising this year and funds are needed to continue the mission. Funds raised will support Haitian children going to school, pay the salary of a Haitian Doctor in a must needed medical clinic and help provide clean water in Haiti. Check out www.espwa.com to see all our projects. 

Last year, I rode 150 miles over 3 days on a tandem bicycle on the GAP Trail and raised over $17,000. Thanks so much to all who supported my 2019 ride. 

This past August, I participated as a volunteer and not a cyclst for our annual Ride the GAP event. Now, I'm getting back on my own bike ( sorry no tandem this year) and riding a replacement metric century (62 miles) on Friday, October 30. I've set a goal of $6,200. I want to raise $100 for every mile I pedal. Please consider supporting this effort. 

Thanks so much for considering. 

Espwa’s Ride the GAP is a fundraising adventure bike ride on the Great Allegheny Passage (GAP). While the ride normally spans three days and 150 miles from Cumberland, MD to Pittsburgh, PA, this year's ride is compressed to 1 day due to COVID. 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!