What is Ride for Hope?
Ride for Hope is a 501(c)(3) charity motorcycle ride and celebration dedicated to raising money to help spread awareness about the signs and symptoms of ovarian cancer, and support women suffering financial hardships while battling this disease. Ride for Hope was conceived and organized by JuliAnne Scully, a 40-year ovarian cancer survivor and biker. Now in its ninth year, the charity ride has become an annual community event with bikers, survivors, volunteers, friends and family who ride and raise money for local women in their fight for survival.
—THE RIDE—
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When is the Ride?
The 9th annual Ride for Hope motorcycle charity ride and celebration is on Sunday, July 14, 2024. Registration is open at Moretti’s at 8:00am. Kickstands up at 10:30am.
Where is the Ride?
The Ride begins and ends Moretti’s Ristorante and Pizzeria, 1175 West Lake Street in Bartlett.
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How long is the Ride?
50 miles of lush, green, tree-lined roads through Cook, DuPage, and Kane counties.
Where do I Register?
Before the ride on Eventbrite. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/9th-annual-ride-for-hope-ovarian-cancer-tickets-823295317457?aff=erelexpmlt or day-of at the venue.
How much does the Ride cost?
$35. Fee includes an event T-shirt, breakfast, water, coffee, soda, Moretti’s buffet and dessert, as well as access to the after-party. (T-shirt not guaranteed if registering on July 14.)
Is this an escorted Ride?
Yes! Cook County Sheriffs will escort the riders. Kane County Sheriffs will provide road assistance. The Chicago West Punishers, the LAMAs of Winfield, Illinois Route 66 Hog Chapter, and Chicago Hog Chapter will provide route assistance. The EMS ROADDOCS of Illinois will provide medical support, if necessary, for the ride and the after party.
This sounds like fun, but I don’t ride. Can I just come to the After Party?
Yes! It’s the best party of the summer! Bring the family! Bring your friends!
—THE AFTER PARTY—
What’s on the menu?
Moretti’s buffet includes Italian Beef sandwiches, golden chicken fingers, garden salad, fresh fruit, sweet table, and Diana’s Bananas.
Is there live music?
Yes! Bronson Rock, a high-energy, improvisational, Chicago-based progressive rock/jam band inside the air-conditioned venue; Live Pete, a Chicago-based song and dance man in the Vendor Tent, sponsored by Dazzles Salon & Spa; and DJ Reck It, known for his high-energy sets, creative cross-genre mixing, and uplifting vibe will get the day started.
Is there fundraising at the venue?
Yes! Attendees can peruse hundreds of prizes at the box drawing and silent auction tables, including tickets to see the Chicago Bears and the Chicago Cubs, four mega-passes to Fantasy Amusement’s September Fest in Schaumburg, hand tools, salon and spa items, jewelry, date night and adventure gift certificates, sports memorabilia—including autographed photos and game jerseys, and a wine and bourbon pull. Tickets to win the Teal Chopper gift card raffle with $1365 in gift cards, a 50/50 split-the-pot raffle, and The Bastard Grill—valued at $2888—will also be available.
What’s on the Survivors’ Patio?
Survivors and friends can lounge on couches, sign the life-sized teal ribbons, visit the Teal Marketplace, get information from the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition (NOCC), and visit with the LMS Comfort Dogs.
Who are this year’s recipients?
Delores J. of Carol Stream and Janet I of Roselle are this year’s recipients, along with the NOCC.
Who sponsors this event?
Major sponsors include Law Tigers, US Law Shield, New Havana Joe’s, Friends of Kathy, Diana’s Bananas, Dazzles Salon and Spa, Costco, and Parkway Bank.
I can’t make it to the event. Can I still help?
Yes! Visit Venmo.com to donate.
—INFORMATION ABOUT OVARIAN CANCER—
What are the early warning signs of ovarian cancer?
Vaginal bleeding, pain in the pelvic or abdominal area, back pain, bloating, feeling full quickly while eating and/or a change in your bathroom habits.
Are there any tests to detect ovarian cancer?
No. Talk to your doctor if you exhibit any of the early warning signs.
When are most women diagnosed?
Ovarian cancer rates are highest for women ages 55–64. The median age at which most women are diagnosed is 63. Only 15% of cases are diagnosed at stage 1. Ovarian cancer ranks fifth in cancer deaths among women.
Where can I get more information about ovarian cancer resources?
www.rideforhopeil.org
https://www.facebook.com/RideforHopeSchaumburg
https://nocc.ovarian.org
