I don’t recall exactly how I heard about the Hoka Hey Motorcycle Challenge (probably a Facebook post), but when I looked it up, I knew I had to do it. I was too late for 2022 registration, so you can bet as soon as it opened up for ’24, I was on it, and as soon as the ride in ’24 was over, I had already committed to myself to riding it again in ’26! I wanted to ride it in ’24 to see just what I was made of, and boy did I find out! This time around, I’m looking to improve on my previous mistakes (way too many wrong turns!), and improve my time.
I try to get in at least 1 long-distance trip every year, with many weekend trips in between. To me, there’s no greater joy than riding with my son, regardless of where. He even joined me at the Bardstown reunion, and is currently on the wait list for this year’s ride.
As for my non-profit, I chose the Veterans Community Project https://vcp.org/about-vcp/our-locations/kansas-city/ . At Veterans Community Project, we believe dignity lives in the details. That’s why our 240-square-foot tiny homes are thoughtfully designed for Veterans, using PTSD-informed features and a layout that feels familiar and safe. Beyond housing, our staff uses a unique case management framework - called the H.O.M.E.S. Index - to create personalized plans that help each Veteran overcome their barriers and work toward their individual goals. This approach works: 85% of Veterans who stay in our Villages successfully move on to sustainable permanent housing
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Fundraiser link: Veterans Community Project
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