Register Now for Tri-Valley Wheels for Meals Bike Ride

From Meals on Wheels of Alameda County:

Registration is Open – The 7th Annual Wheels for Meals Ride is back!

1 in 6 seniors across the nation face the threat of going hungry every day – approximately 1.1 million here in California and 40,000 in Alameda County alone. In response to that unconscionable reality, Meals on Wheels of Alameda County is gearing up for their 7th annual Wheels for Meals Ride to raise funds for county providers so that they may provide over 530,000 meals to homebound seniors annually.

On October 29th, cyclists from around the Bay Area and beyond will converge at Shadow Cliffs Park, 2500 Stanley Blvd, Pleasanton, starting at 7:00 am for this family friendly ride. The funds from this charitable event go directly to meal delivery, as well as safety/wellness checks for homebound seniors throughout the county.

Cyclists will tour the scenic Livermore Valley and then return to a celebration complete with entertainment, vendor faire, and a delicious BBQ lunch. The ride has something for everyone, offering three fully-supported routes to choose from:

• 15 miles – Great for beginners and families with kids.
• 35 miles – Popular with recreational riders looking for a little challenge.
• 70 miles – Just what an avid cyclists wants.

The funds raised at this event are more important than ever. The number of seniors that are isolated and living alone is rising due to increase costs of living. The result is a waiting list of homebound seniors.

“This year, we are aiming to raise $180,000 with the ride. Every $8 equals a meal that is a lifeline for a homebound senior” said Leeann Lorono, Executive Director. “Register to ride, become an event sponsor, if you are bike or health/wellness related business have a booth, join our family of stellar volunteers, build a corporate team and donate what you can today – every bit helps.”

To register to ride and learn more, please visit here.

Click here to see this event on the Patch Calendar.

Image via Meals on Wheels of Alameda County