Bike club friends, this week Robb and I are hitting the road on our bikes again. On Thursday the 16th we will embark on a self-supported 6-day 280 mile bike tour across northern Kentucky, starting and ending in Louisville. Our route will take us through: Carrollton, Cincinnati/Covington, Williamstown, Lexington, Frankfort and Shelbyville.
But this ride is about more than miles—it’s about stories, community, and impact. Each day, we’ll connect with a local nonprofit making the world a better place. Robb and I will share these inspiring stories through interviews, photos, and short videos posted daily on our Facebook event https://www.facebook.com/events/1437007850725128/ (please select "interested" on the event page). We hope you will follow along on occasion, and enjoy uplifting stories of hope and positive impact.
With six overnight stops and six inspiring organizations (two of which are even hosting special community events during our visit!), this journey blends adventure with advocacy. And along the way, we plan to highlight beautiful moments we discover—like community gardens and grassroots projects—that embody the spirit of fair trade and sustainable living.
Join us by supporting the ride, following our journey online, and fueling the movement for a fairer world—one mile, one story, one connection at a time.
Want to make a difference here in our community? Please consider making a donation in any amount to our local Fair Trade non-profit 501(c)(3) retailer, Gather*. Donations go to keeping fair trade strong in Evanston and support for our global artisan partners. Gather for Good - Bike Ride Fundraiser 2025 https://gatherfairtrade.com/products/fundraiser2025
Prefer to mail a check? Make them payable to "Ten Thousand Villages in Evanston" 1509 Chicago Ave. Evanston 60201.
Thank you for your consideration. Peter
(*) PS. Gather was formerly known as Ten Thousand Villages in Evanston.