FRIENDS (FRIENDS OF FRIENDS) FAMILY AND COOL COMPANIES

First and foremost, we would be most grateful if you could DONATE some of your hard earned dollars to support our efforts by CONTRIBUTING to the Challenged Athletes Foundation.  Our goal in taking on this 2100 km challenge is to raise $10,000 for CAF. A lofty goal but small sacrifice for those living with life long disabilities.  We realize many of you have annual commitments to your favorite non-profit.  Any amount would be greatly appreciated. Things you should know:

1.  Eighty-nine cents of every dollar donated goes directly to a Challenged Athletes program!  To learn more about the CAF programs click here.
2.  The other 11 cents goes to the extremely lean operations running this fine organization.
3.  No money donated will be used to pay for our ride.
4.  Your contributions are tax deductible.

To donate now using a credit card, please click here and you will be taken directly to our donation page.  If you prefer to send a check, please make it payable and send to:  (Please be sure to designate on the note section of the check 'Ganesh Goes to India').

Challenged Athletes Foundation
11199 Sorrento Valley Rd., Ste. C
San Diego, CA 92121
{501(c)3 Tax #33-0739596 }
Phone: 858.866.0959

CORPORATE OR INDIVIDUAL SPONSORS

We are also looking for like-minded companies or individuals to help defray the costs of a 5-6 week unsupported bike tour through India. We're low maintenance minimalists so we intend keeping our day-to-day costs very low once on the ground. The biggest expenses will be associated with our bikes and air travel. Specifically, we are looking for equipment /gear sponsors and financial/airline sponsors. In return, we will promote your company or name in every way we can including logos and links on this website.

TITLE SPONSOR:

We are seeking a really cool company to be the title sponsor of this mission.  The title sponsor will receive its name, logo and hyperlink prominently displayed in the title of every page of this website. In addition we will seek to promote you by:

1. Including your logo on a custom 'Ganesh Goes to India' custom jersey;
2. Including your logo and link on the RideStrong Bike Tours website;
3. Including your name, logo and link on every email and blog related to this effort;
4. Media/publicity exposure in the United States and India

If you have any other ideas on cross-promotional opportunities, we'd love to talk about it with you.  Please contact us as soon as possible to talk about potential sponsorships!  Namaste!  julie@ridestrongbiketours.com or 858-945-5192. 

GEAR AND PRODUCT SPONSORS

We are seeking various items necessary for us to complete our goal of riding 2100 km from Chennai to Goa.  We're happy to do any product testing and write reviews about the items we test. Those forward-thinking companies who can help us out will receive links and logos on this website as well as mentions in all media exposure.

Specifically, we're in need of the following:

1.  Bike servicing before departure
2.  Bike spare parts (tubes, tires, chains, spokes, etc)
3.  Jersey sponsor
4.  Helmets
5.  Really awesome sunglasses for the never ending hot sun
6.  Bike lights
7.  Guide book and maps sponsor
8.  Sunscreen that the mosquitos don't like :-)
9.  Shimano bike shoes (good for riding and walking)
10.  Food!  We love Chocolate Outrage Gu!