Cycling for Heroes
Support Ride2Recovery! Help Dianne Drysdale & Jerry Doherty in the 530 mile 9/11 American Challenge
Our Mission
On the 10 year anniversary of 9/11, Dianne Drysdale and Jerry Doherty are cycling 530 miles to help injured veterans and honor those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001. This is why they have joined Ride 2 Recovery for the 9/11 American Challenge, a 530 mile ride from NYC Ground Zero, to Shanksville, PA Flight 93 crash site, to the … [Read More...]
Meet The Heroes
“This Nation will remain the land of the free only so long as it is the home of the brave.” ~Elmer Davis The brave men and women of our Armed Forces spend every waking moment making sure we don’t lose our nation’s freedom. But freedom does not come FREE! Some of these men and women sacrifice an arm or a leg for us. Sometimes they sacrifice … [Read More...]
We Need Your Support!
Dianne and Jerry’s goal is to raise $10,000 to recognize the 10th anniversary of the attacks of 9/11 in lieu of just the minimum committed goal of $1 for each of the 2998 "9/11" victims (for a combined total of $5,996). These donations go directly to fund the Ride 2 Recovery's program for the physical and mental rehabilitation of U.S. Veterans. … [Read More...]
About Dianne Drysdale
Dianne Drysdale is a Pediatric Physical Therapist and mother of four who discovered cycling as a means of rehabilitation after multiple knee surgeries and a car accident. Volunteering and helping those in need has always been important to Dianne. She was active in medical missionary work for 10 years before starting her family and she continues to coach youth soccer and volunteer and fund raise for organizations that help children with … [Read More...]
About Jerry Doherty
Jerry Doherty is in the construction industry and has been a lifelong outdoor enthusiast. He has resided in Neptune Beach, FL his entire life. Growing up in this location provided his continual military appreciation by living in close proximity of a Naval Base, two Naval Air Stations, an Air National Guard Base, a Submarine Base, and a National Guard Armory. His appreciation for this country and those who protect … [Read More...]
About Ride 2 Recovery
Ride 2 Recovery is produced by the Fitness Challenge Foundation, in partnership with the Military and the VA Volunteer Service Office. Their mission is to benefit Mental and Physical Rehabilitation Programs that feature cycling as the core activity. This organization provides specially constructed bicycles for soldiers who have lost limbs, suffered traumatic head injuries, or suffer from Post Traumatic Stress … [Read More...]
