Japan has suffered a devastating blow after the earthquake that caused a tsunami on March 11th, 2011. Many people have died and even more are missing. Homes and agricultural areas have been destroyed. Possessions have been lost. Children have been separated from family members.

Japan Disaster Facts

* An estimated 100,000 children have been displaced from their homes
* Japan facing three disasters: earthquake, tsunami and nuclear radiation
* Japan is on high nuclear alert for two nuclear reactors in Fukushima
* Many tsunami-affected areas are still cut off from relief
* More than 465 roads, 43 bridges and seven railways washed away
* More than 380,000 people evacuated across the country
Source:  www.savethechildren.org/site/c.8rKLIXMGIpI4E/b.6632089/k.D520/Japan_Disaster_Update_Save_the_Children_in_the_News.htm

I am participating in a 200-mile-in-a-day cycling event this Saturday March 26th 2011:

www.planetultra.com/solvang/

and would like dedicate my efforts to fundraise $2,000 for SaveTheChildren.org to help earthquake-tsunami victims (especially young children) in Japan.

I know that your heart goes out to those in need and that you want to help – and may have already. With decades of experience in child-focused emergency response, SaveTheChildren knows what to do.

Donating through this website is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to support my fundraising efforts.

Thanks,

Dzung Dang

Results are in! Ride stats: 484 registered, 379 started, 288 finished.
200 miles in 15 hrs & 18 mins in wet and cold weather. I braved the storm to finish believing I am doing this for a good cause. Heartfelt thanks to everyone for your support!
www.planetultra.com/solvang/Results/2011results.htm

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