Thank you for visiting my personal fundraising page for the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation (PBTF) and their 2009 Northern California "Ride for Kids."  The missions of PBTF are to find the cause of and the cure for childhood brain tumors through support of medical research and provide hope and emotional support for the thousands of children and families affected by this life-threatening disease.

As a fifth grade teacher, I've always strived to teach my students the Core Value of "Selfless Service."  This year, I want to start the school year off by showing my students that I also practice what I teach.  My goal for doing this organized motorcycle ride is to help the PBTF raise money to find the cause of and cure for childhood brain tumors.  Being a teacher of children whom loves to ride his motorcycle, the "Ride for Kids" program was the natural choice for me.  On October 4th, with your support, I will be riding to save lives.  Won't you please sponsor me?

Donating through this site is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to make a contribution to my fundraising efforts for the the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation . Many thanks for your support -- and don't forget to forward this to anyone whom you think might want to donate too!

From now through October 4th, all proceeds from my classroom's recycling efforts will also be donated to the PBTF.  Thanks for bringing in your PETE 1 bottles and aluminum cans!

If you're interested in participating in the 2009 Northern California Ride, see www.pbtfus.org/rideforkids/calendar/2009/northerncalifornia.html