A Very Happy Cranksgiving

This charity bike ride was the first ever Cranksgiving in St. Louis and I am proud to say, "Mission Accomplished!" (Of course, most of us know that this banner, so to speak, should only be rasied after the fact--whatever though, right?) There were about 40 particpants who pedaled 18 miles to five grocery stores and donated about $450 in non-perishable grocery goods. There were no injuries and only a few bike repairs needed to be made on site. Thanks to Patrick and James as well as all the other guys and gals from Bike Works (click for pics) who helped with event operations. Thanks to the Ebenezer Food Bank for their efforts to continually provide community support and awareness. And thank you very much to the organizations/friends who generously offered their products and services to the raffle. (23 donations totaling over $450!)

Cranksgiving Participants,

Thank you so much for your support and efforts. You have all chosen to contribute a portion of your last day of a holiday vacation to a cause that is often underdone and overlooked after these indulgent holidays. The Ebenezer Food Bank can now sustain another month of service and support for those whom need it most. And it's safe to say that everyone has benefitted from the Cranksgiving ride (B-Works awareness, community growth, corporate outreach, the food bank, and y'alls once clogged pie and gravy arteries). With the help of Bike Works and other organizations, plans are being made to continue to raise awareness through simple, yet effective, charity events.

Thanks again and you are all very freakin' cool.

-Andrew