SOCAL RIDE FOR PARKINSONS FOUNDATION
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Mission Statement
The objective of the SoCal Ride for Parkinson’s is to increase awareness of the Parkinson’s condition in the greater Southern California community and raise research funds on behalf of The Michael J. Fox Foundation, this is to be accomplished by hosting an annual biking and walking event that supports well-being and fellowship with all participants
About This Cause
RIDE SPONSORS: Thank you for taking the time to learn about our upcoming charity ride on April 25, 2026. Our purpose is to raise funds in support of The Michael J. Fox Foundation (MJFF) to accelerate research and treatments for Parkinson’s disease. Every penny donated will go straight to the MJFF high-impact research programs to help speed a cure for Parkinson's disease. BACKGROUND As with many good deeds, the So Cal Ride for Parkinson’s began as a "labor of love" at a local grass roots level. Bob Lear, the founder and retired high school teacher, wanted to support his wife in her journey fighting Parkinson’s disease. The first ride was held in 2018 when Bob decided that “standing on the sidelines” watching this debilitating disease affect his wife was not tolerable. He decided to channel his passion for biking into positive action, by raising funds for Parkinson’s research. He understood that by attracting more riders and getting corporate sponsorships would help build the momentum to bring us a bit closer to a cure. In 2021 a walk was added, realizing that people with Parkinson's have balance issues and a walk would accommodate them. MISSION The SoCal Ride/Walk for Parkinson’s mission, is to increase awareness of the Parkinson's condition in the greater Southern California community and raise research funds on behalf of the Michael J. Fox Foundation. This will be accomplished by hosting an annual biking/walking/running event that supports well-being and fellowship with all participants. We are 501(c) 3 Corporation: Tax ID 84-4136875. Please direct any inquiries regarding participation or donation to Bob Lear (949) 500-3024 or Marty Furman (714) 624-7560 or visit our website: socalride.net. The ride begins and ends at: Hoag Health Center in Irvine. Address: 16405 Sand Canyon, Irvine, CA 92618 SPONSORSHIP STRUCTURE Our incredible sponsors are enabling us to give The Michael J Fox Foundation 100% of the money raised by individuals. Please use them whenever you are in need of their services or products. SPONSORSHIP LEVELS FOR INDIVIDUALS OR CORPORATIONS LEGACY LEVEL. This is for individual and small businesses that have helped from the very beginning. They will be recognized for their ongoing support; recognition on the day of the event and on our website. In order to maintain our commitment that 100% of all funds raised by individuals will go directly to Parkinson’s research, we need money to help put on the ride. For $250.00 you can help fund the SoCal Ride for Parkinson’s. In return, you will receive a SoCal Ride for Parkinson’s golf shirt and know that you are helping fund Parkinson’s research. CORPORATE LEVELS. Corporations will be recognized on the day of event, recognized on our website and may designate up to three (3) riders based upon their level of financial sponsorship: Platinum - $5,000 (6 riders) Gold – $2,500 (3 riders) Silver - $1,000 (2 riders) INDIVDUAL LEVELS. Individuals will be recognized the day of the event and on our website. If the individual rides or walks/runs, these amounts are above the registration fee and fundraising goal of $250. Platinum – $1,000 (3 riders) Gold - $500 (2 riders) Silver - $250 (1 rider) Please make checks payable to SoCal Ride for Parkinson’s Foundation. 2501 E. 16th Street, Unit I, Newport Beach, CA 92663. If there are more people who want to ride from the same corporation please contact Bob Lear, robertlear@socalride.net or 949-500-3024.