Bike the Bowl Fundraiser
What: Fundraiser for Missoula Medical Aid: mountain bike ride followed by a Lodge Party with music, food and cold brews. Ride is from the base of Snowbowl up Bear Grass Trail, past Paradise, West Ridge to top of Grizzly Chair (water stop). Then Point Six Road to the Radar Station (water stop). Approx climb is 3500 feet. Down the same way, after most riders are on top.
Who: Missoula Medical Aid: working with rural and impoverished communities in Honduras as they seek to improve health and access to health care. MMA is a non-profit organization that began in Missoula in 1998. Click here for more.
When: Sunday, September 11, 2011 Ride starts at 10AM, Lodge Party 1-4pm.
Where: Snowbowl, Missoula, MT. Click here for directions.
How: Click here to register online beginning March 11, 2011. Registration is capped at 100 riders and closes on Sept 6th. Fee is $50. Fundraising minimum is $100.
Rider Donations
Riders are asked to raise a minimum of $100.00 for Missoula Medical Aid before the ride. Prizes will be given out to the riders who raise and turn in the highest dollar amount. (Prizes may also be given out for other great reasons.) Donations must be turned in prior to the start of the ride to qualify for grand prizes.
We will help you get pledges and donations with these materials:
Click here for the Sample Pledge and Donation Form
Click here for the Sample Request Letter
Personal Fundraising Page Create a personal fundraising page with Firstgiving.com to make it easy for friends, family and business associates to donate. Set your own goal and track your donation progress. Not only is it quick and easy, but surveys show you can raise even more money online. Begin here and click the GET STARTED button. In less than 10 minutes, you’ll have a customized page and URL you can email your network. (Feel free to use the information about the bike ride and MMA from the Sample Request Letter above.)
Volunteer
Volunteering to help is a great way to support Missoula Medical Aid while having fun. In fact, we can’t do it without you! We have many volunteer positions, both before, during and after the ride. Your support ensures a successful and safe ride.
Sponsorship
Thank you for supporting Missoula Medical Aid Bike the Bowl Fundraiser. Please contact us at mma@missoulamedicalaid.net or call Jordan Labbe at406- 549-9742.