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Bob Rodweller's 2007 Bicycle America For Wounded Veterans
Page Creator: Robert Rodweller
Event: Bob RodwellerBs Bicycle America For Wounded Vets
Event Starts: Jun 2nd 2007
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About my nonprofit:
Fisher House Foundation
Fisher House Foundation supports military and veterans quality of life by giving Fisher Houses to military/VA hospitals, supporting existing houses, and awarding Scholarships for Military Children.
Fundraising target: $20,000
So far I have raised: $18,780.00
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Thanks to everyone for helping me raise an amazing $15,000 for Fisher House!  The generosity of family, friends and fellow citizens has been amazing.  Your enthusiastic response gives me hope that, together, we can do more.  So I've increased my fundraising goal from $15,000 to $20,000.  Our veterans deserve the very best.  Thanks again for your continued support!

Welcome,

            I will be departing from San Francisco June 3nd, 2007 to begin a 4000 mile bicycle ride across our great country. Fifty-two days later on July 25th, I will end my ride at Portsmouth, New Hampshire .  I am dedicating my ride to the men, women and families of the Armed Services of this country by raising funds for the Fisher House Foundation http://www.fisherhouse.org. 

             As a veteran, I remember what it was like returning home from a war.  Because of my experiences, I believe it is extremely important to provide support now and in the future to those who have risked their lives serving in the Armed Services. Your pledge or donation to this charity will help provide care for our service men, women and their families, while acknowledging their sacrifices for us and our country. 

             The Fisher House Foundation is a unique private-public partnership that supports ’s wounded military and families. A long-term stay in a military hospital, sometimes thousands of miles away from home, could mean expensive lodging and separation from loved ones. In recognition of the special sacrifices of the severely wounded service members, the Fisher House Foundation donates “comfort homes” so families can confront medical crises together. Built on the grounds of major military and Veterans Administration medical centers across the , these “homes away from home” extend the support normally provided by the military services and the Department of Veterans Affairs.

            Please join me in honoring those who have served this country. Look into your heart and provide a pledge or contribution to this worthy foundation that provides valuable and important assistance to those that have given so much. 

             Thank you in advance for your welcomed pledge or contribution.


Online Sponsors to date:
Display Name Date Amount  Comment
Vickie Garner 7/31/2007 $100.00 You are an inspiration to us all! xoxox-Vickie, Robert, & Stephen 
Jay Butler 7/13/2007 $50.00 Bob, I have enjoyed getting to know you on the ride and I appreciate your support for veterans. 
Carole Smith 7/12/2007 $25.00 I continue to enjoy your pictures daily! You folks are really accomplishing a magnificent feat! 
red9sox 6/27/2007 $100.00 From Dave you met at Borders BWI. Thanks BOB! 
GARY IMIG-SIERRA TRADING POST 6/18/2007 $100.00 ENJOYED MEETING YOUR FAMILY 
John Yorke 6/12/2007 $50.00  
Irene 6/5/2007 $50.00  
James Lum 6/5/2007 $25.00 Thank you for your time and sacrifice.  
Barb Nicklas 6/5/2007 $100.00 Good Luck Bob! 
George Killinger 6/3/2007 $30.00 Friend of Dennis O'neil - Way to go ! this is great, Keep on trucking.... 
Scott Terpstra 6/1/2007 $25.00 Bob, It is not a race. Have fun. Be safe. Take pictures. 
Heather 6/1/2007 $25.00  
Tom H @CSC 6/1/2007 $50.00 Time to increase your Goal! :-) 
Karen Bookhultz 5/30/2007 $25.00 Thanks for your time and efforts helping the troops! 
Wes 5/30/2007 $25.00  
Pansy Potts 5/29/2007 $25.00  
Euskadi 5/29/2007 $250.00 GOD BLESS OUR TROOP'S! 
Fr. Rock+ 5/29/2007 $100.00 Thank you, Bob, for this noble work! 
Bob & Joan 5/29/2007 $100.00 Good Luck  
EML 5/29/2007 $1,362.00 What you are doing is a heroic gesture to people who deserve support and respect. Good for you. 
Tanya 5/28/2007 $100.00 You are making a tremendous difference to soldiers. Be safe on your trip. 
Dallas L Grant 5/27/2007 $25.00 Ride hard Bob, enjoy the adventure. 
Lynnell Wakley 5/27/2007 $50.00 Such a wonderful thing you're doing for our vets. Thank you too for your own service to our country 
John and Avis Snyder 5/27/2007 $50.00 My friend, from one Soldier to another: Thank you! 
Chiun 5/27/2007 $100.00 I hope you make your goal on your worthy cause! 
Raven2002 5/27/2007 $25.00  
Eddie R 5/27/2007 $50.00  
Lynn and Bob Murphy 5/20/2007 $100.00  
Dave 5/17/2007 $100.00 Good luck! 
Greg 5/17/2007 $100.00 Support The Fisher House!  
The Prindle Family 5/17/2007 $250.00 For Our Troops (and thank you, Bob, for making a difference) 
Kathy 5/14/2007 $25.00  
Sidney Reeves 5/7/2007 $25.00 A great cause. Good luck and stay safe. 
Dennis 5/7/2007 $25.00 Vilma and I will being praying for you... 
John Hines 5/2/2007 $250.00 GOOD LUCK BOB. WHAT AN ADVENTURE! 
Joe Walter 5/2/2007 $25.00 We'll be thinking of you 
Chris Owens 4/22/2007 $250.00  
Susan Phillips 4/9/2007 $50.00 Greetings from Steamboat Springs-- Good Job! 
Justine (Tina) Hans Wyant 4/6/2007 $25.00 Bob, Good Luck on your goal! I work for Ruck w/ Chris Selba.  
Mic 3/31/2007 $25.00 Thank you for giving us the opportunity to help  
Tom Pomenti 3/31/2007 $50.00 Just wanted to be one of the first to support my fellow veterans. 
* Total raised online: $4,317.00
Amount raised offline: $14,463.00
Grand Total: $18,780.00
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