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Christopher’s Angels Fund – Poker Run

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By: Susan Dane

On August 25, the 9th Annual CAF Poker Run will be held as a fundraiser for The Denver Hospice. 

Christopher’s Angels Fund (CAF) was founded by Bob and Donna Johnson in memory of their son. Christopher died in the care of The Denver Hospice when he was two years old. The Johnsons struggled financially during Christopher’s illness and struggled to find resources to help. They hoped that by creating this fund, they could ease the financial stress on other families coping with terminal illness.

Family assistance grants from Christopher’s Angels Fund can be requested for non-medical needs like food, mortgage/rent payments, home and auto repairs, special occasions, outings and celebrations, travel expenses, summer camps and other activity fees for children. It can also cover funeral/memorial service costs and direct care expenses not covered by insurance.

Christopher’s Angels Fund truly makes a difference in the lives of families serviced by The Denver Hospice. As families reach the end of a long battle with a terminal illness, their financial resources are often depleted. Many hospice families find themselves not only dealing with the stress of illness, but coping with being stretched beyond their limits, trying to fit work and other responsibilities into a physically and emotionally demanding experience.

Because everyone who helps with the CAF Poker Run does so in a volunteer capacity, 100% of the funds raised go into the Fund to help the families in need.  Check out the Facebook Event Page (9th Annual CAF Poker Run) for more info.  The Poker Run starts/ends @ In the Zone with registration beginning @ 9:00 am.

Hornbuckle Foundation 5th Annual Poker Run set for September 7th

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Hornbuckle Foundation Poker Run

By:  Michael Hornbuckle

This will be the 5th consecutive year the Hornbuckle Foundation holds the “SoulRepo” poker run. September 7, the organization will team up with friends from the Sober Souls MC to host the roughly 80 mile ride that ends at Dirty Dogs Roadhouse, where the event will provide world class blues from Texas slinger, Chris Duarte, and Colorado native, A.J. Fullerton, along with raffles, best bike competition and prizes, and a few words from founder, Michael Hornbuckle. Kai Turner of 103.5 the Fox will be handling MC duties. It’s sure to be a don’t-miss event. 

The Hornbuckle Foundation continues to play a part in the recovery community through the generous donations of people wanting to help those that suffer from substance use disorder. The organization has helped to establish sober living homes and provide scholarships. Michael Hornbuckle (Founder/Executive Director) and wife, Sarah Hornbuckle (Director of Operations) have found a particular interest from (but not limited to) musicians/artists seeking a path to recovery. The pair are both in the music industry, in recovery, and certified sober coaches. They have developed a unique skill set while working with recoverees and want to be able to reach more people. 

The goal of this year’s fundraiser is to raise the necessary funds to train and employ a diverse roster of coaches that can be offered to the community. Sober coaching is a proven tool that can complement, and at times supplement the more conventional methods of treating substance use disorder. “Remix Recovery Coaching” will launch in 2020.

The Ride for Hope

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By: Stormy
stormyperfect@gmail.com

Often charities are started because of the life-changing experiences that people endure in this lifetime. No parent expects to lose or have to bury their child. Accidents happen and many times we are powerless to keep our children safe from the things they will be exposed to. However, this charity is bringing awareness to a children’s game that all parents, grandparents and family friends need to know about: The Choking Game. [Read more…] about The Ride for Hope

Still Time to Adopt-A-Family for the Holidays

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As Christmas gets closer, our Adopt-a-Family program is in full swing, and we still have some families that need to be adopted. We are continuing to receive the names of families in our biker community who are struggling, injured riders who are still recovering, or families of riders who have passed that are grieving. There are veterans and families that are without work that won’t be able to put Christmas under the tree without assistance from our Adopt-a-Family program. [Read more…] about Still Time to Adopt-A-Family for the Holidays

Christopher’s Angel Fund Poker Run

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By: Susan Dane

On August 26, the 8th Annual CAF Poker Run will be held as a fundraiser for The Denver Hospice.

Christopher’s Angels Fund (CAF) was founded by Bob and Donna Johnson in memory of their son. Christopher died in the care of The Denver Hospice when he was two years old. The Johnsons struggled financially during Christopher’s illness and struggled to find resources to help. They hoped that by creating this fund, they could ease the financial stress on other families coping with terminal illness.

Family assistance grants from Christopher’s Angels Fund can be requested for non-medical needs like food, mortgage/rent payments, home and auto repairs, special occasions, outings and celebrations, travel expenses, summer camps and other activity fees for children. It can also cover funeral/memorial service costs and direct care expenses not covered by insurance.

Christopher’s Angels Fund truly makes a difference in the lives of families serviced by The Denver Hospice. As families reach the end of a long battle with a terminal illness, their financial resources are often depleted. Many hospice families find themselves dealing not only with the stress of illness, but also coping with being stretched beyond their limits, trying to fit work and other responsibilities into a physically and emotionally demanding experience.

Because everyone who helps with the CAF Poker Run does so in a volunteer capacity, 100% of the funds raised go into the Fund to help the families in need.  Check out the Facebook Event Page (8th Annual CAF Poker Run) for more info. The Poker Run starts/ends at In the Zone with registration beginning at 9:00 am.

Motorcycle Depot: 10th Annual Ride, Rally & Show

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Motorcycle Depot is a Mom-and-Pop family owned dealership in Aurora, CO that has been in business for over 10 years. Adam Levy (owner) started working in a motorcycle shop at 16 and has been working on motorcycles ever since. He says his mission is ‘for everyone to have a good experience’ and his favorite part about owning the business is the people. Motorcycle Depot has a selection of motorcycles, dirt- bike apparel, accessories, helmets, tires, parts, and motorcycle repair and servicing. More information is available on their website at www. shopmotorcycledepot.com.

Adam was originally in law enforcement and started the annual Ride and Rally charity event at Motorcycle Depot to support the local Police. The event has evolved to help specific individuals going through a difficult time, rather than a large agency. Past events have gone to support funeral services for Officer’s families, Officer’s paralyzed in the line of duty, and Officers fighting cancer. This year Motorcycle Depot is supporting the daughter of an Aurora Police Officer, Officer Shane Ellison, fighting her second battle with cancer. At just 4 years of age, Officer Ellison’s daughter Tayler was diagnosed with an aggressive brain tumor and against all odds, survived to grow into a lovely young woman. But now, at just 13 years old, Tayler has developed a new aggressive cancer, an unfortunate side effect of her previous therapy. The Ellison family thought they had faced the worst that could happen to Tayler but are now facing another uphill battle against cancer. During Tayler’s first cancer, the Ellison’s kept things going with very little help. But this time, we aren’t going to let that happen.

Join us at our 10th Annual Ride and Rally, Saturday July 21st at Motorcycle Depot, 600 Telluride St, Aurora CO. There will be a police escorted ride, with a chance to win a pair of Dunlop tires with install!! The event can hold 300 people for the ride. Pre-register at Motorcycle Depot to reserve your preferred spot, but registration is available the day of the event. You can call 720- 277-3583 or stop the shop to pre-register. There will be food trucks, a jumping castle, vendors, and prizes! Additional vendors and food trucks are welcome and wanted! Everything you need to have an amazing ride for an amazing cause. Visit Motorcycle Depot’s Facebook page for more information. Let’s show Officer Ellison, Tayler, and their family we are there to support them!

 

Ramon Sepulveda Fundraiser

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By: Susan “Bubbles” Udero

On March 18, 2018, Ramon Sepulveda was out riding with friends, and it was a beautiful Colorado day. Then, in the blink of an eye, a car pulled out in front of him. Ramon woke up in the hospital, and his world would be forever changed. Ramon lost his right arm and his left arm was shattered. Ramon’s positive spirit, given the challenges he is facing, is nothing short of miracle. His love for life and the hope that he will ride again are a testament to the spirit of a motorcycle rider … no matter what you ride. [Read more…] about Ramon Sepulveda Fundraiser