Join us in helping to support the voluntary relief movement of an independent organization that provides aid to ALL, no mater race or religion; locally and internationally; without discrimination, but with equality and peace; the Red Cross. - Shannon Lynn
THE RIDE FOR RED (2nd Annual), is an international Celebrity cycling tour in support of the Canadian and American Red Cross organizations. Founded by Shannon Lynn in 2009, the goal is to raise ten million dollars for each organization.
2011 Tour Dates: September 26th Vancouver departure through November 4th, 2011 when the team will arrive in Santa Monica, California. The tour will cover 2398 km (1500 miles) in 40 days. Funds are raised through online and text donations, a mobile i-app, participating riders, sponsorships and partner programs (participating Reality TV shows, celebrities, various companies and individuals) & various publicity events.
Message from the Founder
Thank you to all of the Sponsors, Celebrities, Riders and Supporters of the 2010 tour! In our second year we are excited to bring you an even larger event in support of the Red Cross Organization. Often times we wait for something to happen to us before we take action and donate (illness or disaster), or we donate to something that personally affects us. Sometimes when we “wait”, it is too late. This is a chance to be proactive and support an organization that is always there to support, aid and help rebuild families, communities and countries when in need. This is your chance to help others who may have lost everything. Through getting involved with this opportunity, we invite you to be a part of the foundation of an organization and program that will positively influence millions. - Shannon Lynn - Miss Canada 2009
“Be the change you want to see in the world.” Mahatma Gandhi
R4R 2010 Stats
- 3766 Volunteer hours went into building R4R 2010 (28 volunteers)
- 20 core and celebrity riders participated in the tour
- 4000 km (2500 miles) were covered in 40 days
- The Ride for Red team executed speaking events at schools in Canada & U.S.
- Shannon Lynn & one other rider rode the full tour (4000 km)
- Over 51 different press articles/media coverage for the ride in 2010, internationally
