Hi, it's Jack.

One in every three girls, and one in every five boys WILL be sexually abused before the age of 18. Each year Mary Bridge Children's Hospital will treat 550 children of sexual assault. The youngest victim was 4 weeks old.  That's a sick and heart wrenching truth. MBCH needs our financial help, to continue to offer these children and families medical, emotional, and legal services.

This will be my third ride on the Courage Classic, on August 1, 2009. Last year you helped me raise over $3,500. I'm shooting for $4,000. Prior to even posting this page, I've received $370 already. We are on our way!

If I've already taken your tax-deductible donation, thank you. If you haven't heard from me yet, trust me, you will soon.  So if you prefer not to hear my raspy voice, here's your chance to donate through this secure site. I'll do my part; to pedal the 172miles up our 3 mountain passes! I would really appreciate it if you would make a generous pledge to support the kids at MBCH, by sponsoring me.

More details are at www.courageclassic.org .

With my deepest gratitude for your contribution, thank you.

Jack Mangels

Jack and En-May Mangels 

Manufacturer Representatives to the Pacific Northwest