Today we were honored at City Wide Plumbing to host a barbecue lunch for the Pi Kappa Phi bicyclists of The Ability Experience. The food was provided by Tom’s BBQ. It was great to hear their stories and get to know more about these incredible men .
In 1987, one man’s dream of riding his bike across the country came true. What he did not know was the inspiration and motivation his trek across America would give to The Ability Experience. The very next year his ride inspired The Ability Experience to create the largest fraternal fundraising and awareness event of its kind, the Journey of Hope. Today the Journey of Hope covers 32 different states, cycling over 12,000 miles combined, it is solely comprised of members of Pi Kappa Phi and continues to spread a message of acceptance and understanding for people with disabilities.
Journey of Hope is a cross-country bicycle trek beginning in San Francisco (North), Los Angeles (South) and Seattle (TransAmerica) and ending together with all teams in Washington, D.C.. The event raises funds and awareness for people with disabilities. Simply put, the Journey of Hope is a ride with a purpose.
(excerpts from: http://www.abilityexperience.org/)
