2009 Iowa B.A.D. Ride

We ask for your help, here's how you can participate

In 2008, our first year, over 200 riders raised over $50,000 which was enough to beat Missouri in their second year. But it won't be enough for 2009! Once again, Iowa riders will come together for the Iowa Rip's B.A.D. Ride II in Boone, IA. The 2009 Iowa vs Missouri challenge is on - join us, we need your help!

The reason to help is more than just a little friendly competition with a neighboring state, it's to help the ADA fulfill their mission! "To prevent and cure diabetes and to make an every day difference in the quality of life for all people affected by diabetes".

1. Please consider signing up for the B.A.D. Ride and help raise donations. Funds raised for this non-profit event by you and your sponsors will support the lifesaving work of the American Diabetes Association. (See "How Does It Work")

2. Become a direct B.A.D. Ride event sponsor. There are several sponsorship options available, including Vendor spaces at the Start and Festival Sites. (See "Sponsors")

3. If you can't join the ride, please consider making a donation to sponsor a rider on the B.A.D. Ride. No matter how small or large, your generous gift will help improve the lives of the more than 20 million Americans affected by diabetes, and it's tax deductible. You can even make your donation securely online.

Sponsor a registered B.A.D. rider
Make a general B.A.D. Ride donation
Donate to Iowa Rips's B.A.D. Ride through Facebook

4. Volunteer to help at the Festival and Start sites. We can use your help with Set Up, Clean Up, and everything in between. Please let us know if you or your group are interested, there are never too many people to help out the ADA! Volunteer Response Form (See "Contact Information")

5. Please help spread the word to your friends, relatives, businesses, clubs or any organizations you think may be interested. While the first year event was mostly centered around the Des Moines/Central Iowa area, We want to make it a statewide event in 2009. (See "Contact Information")