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Hosted by Inner Hope Youth Ministries

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What moves you? The Ride for Refuge, a family-friendly fundraising bike + walk in support of local charities serving people seeking hope, safety, and freedom. Join us Saturday, Oct 5, 2024!

About Inner Hope Youth Ministries

THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING TO SUPPORT THE YOUTH OF EAST VANCOUVER.

For youth and families in East Vancouver impacted by inter-generational trauma, Inner Hope Youth Ministries has become a place of hope, safety and growth.

The journey towards breaking cycles of abuse, addiction and poverty is extremely challenging. The difficulties youth can face include: the deaths of close family members, parents struggling with addiction to drugs or alcohol and families split apart. And yet, Inner Hope’s multi-generational, close-knit community has become a place of belonging – including for Indigenous families who make up 85% of those we journey with.

One of the resources Inner Hope provides, is a home for 4-5 youth who are seeking stable, supportive housing. Located near bus routes, a community center and shops youth have easy access to school and work. Live-in House Parents provide role modeling and ongoing support. And yet, it’s the residents themselves who create the homelike atmosphere as they welcome family and friends and support one another.

This year’s Ride for Refuge will raise funds for The Home. Your support helps nurture a safe, caring home for youth and the stability necessary for growth.

Event Day Details

Save the date - RIDE Day is October 5, 2024!

Schedule

3:00 pm: Meet Check-in + Welcome

4:00 pm: Move Send-off

5:00 pm: Munch Light meal served

6:00 pm: Mosey Thank You! See you in 2025!

Not able to join us at the Main Event? We hope you'll register, fundraise and participate offsite with friends and family.

Route Details

Route Distances: We have great routes where you can walk 2.5 or 5 km or bike 10 or 20 km.

Rest Stops: The rest stop will have yummy snacks and drinks.

Signage: Routes will be well-signed with our bold orange RIDE signs.

Route Support: Route marshals, rest stop hosts, and support vehicle drivers will provide support along the route.

Children 12 and Under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.

No Pets: We love our little furballs like you do, but pets are not permitted at Ride for Refuge except for approved and trained service animals. Read more about our pet policy >

Check-in

All participants check-in personally at the event on Saturday, October 5, 2024.

T-shirts! Fundraising participants who raise $150+ (or $75+ for those under 18) will receive a RIDE shirt as a thank you on Event Day, while supplies last.

There is no registration fee to participate in the Ride for Refuge, but most participants raise $250-300 or more in support of their charity.

Have questions? Visit the FAQ section!

Waivers

All participants should register online.

Adults accept the waiver automatically when they register online.

Youth/Children: under 18 need a waiver signed by their parent or guardian.

An online waiver form will be emailed to all parents/guardians before RIDE Day.

You may also bring a filled-out paper waiver.

Waivers will be available at check-in on RIDE Day.

What to Bring

A few common sense suggestions:

A cell phone for emergencies (recommended but not required)

Your bike and helmet or walking shoes

Extra snacks if you have allergies or food sensitivities

Your own water bottle

Warm layers with moisture-repelling clothing. Late September weather can be cool, with rain and wind. The weather might also be gorgeous and sunny. So be sure to keep your eye on the forecast.

A passion for the charity you're walking and fundraising for!

Handling Money

Credit Card: The Best Option! Simple, secure, automatically tax receipted for gifts of $20+. Visit the Donate page, share your personal page link, or have your donor call the RIDE Head Office.

Cheques: The Old Faithful - made out to Ride for Refuge with your name on the Memo line. Mail them to RIDE Head Office along with your completed pledge form.

Cash: You have 2 options:

1. Login to FundHub, click “Enter $$ and Cheques,” create pledges for your cash donations, pay them off with your personal credit card, and keep the cash. OR...

2. Write a cheque (made out to “Ride for Refuge”) for the total amount of cash you’ve collected. Mail it to the RIDE Head Office with your completed pledge sheet.