From July 5th to 14th, Hillhurst Resident Sonya Stoez will embark on a charity bike-ride for Habitat for Humanity. Read about Sonya’s fundraiser in her own words below:

I have decided to embark on the Habitat for Humanity Manitoba, Cycle of Hope fundraising event. This will be my first time participating and will be the longest cycle ride and officially the first fundraising event I have ever done. So many firsts for me!

This year’s event is in the spectacular Canadian Rocky Mountains, which I have tried to spend a significant portion of my time in during the summers here in Alberta. The ride will be starting in Jasper and ending in Waterton Lakes, AB.

Cycle of Hope brings together passionate cyclists along with a dedicated group of volunteers that make this event as fantastic as is possible, all with a drive to help lower income families in Manitoba build a better life through homeownership.

This annual event is Habitat for Humanity Manitoba’s longest running, signature fundraising event. Over the past 26 years, the Cycle of Hope ride has raised more $3 million dollars and has built more than 30 homes in Winnipeg. The 12-day event is a supported journey where cyclists challenge themselves by riding long distances through breathtaking scenery, offering the perfect mix of effort and reward.

I would like to note that every rider is responsible for their own costs and prepay this in advance. In addition, I am required to raise a total of $3,500 for house construction. Every dollar donated to Habitat for Humanity Manitoba produces more than $4.50 worth of social benefits, effectively quadrupling the impact of your donation.

I am proud to join this team of riders and to raise money for a family in need! I look forward to receiving support for this ride:

Click https://www.canadahelps.org/me/na25TYFW to visit my fundraising page.

If you would like to understand more about Habitat for Humanity Manitoba and how your donation helps change lives, please click HERE