Did you know that countries with the highest levels of cycling & walking generally have the lowest obesity rates  #VeloKidsAreHealthyKids      

Source:  Journal of Physical Activity and Health, 2008, 5, 795-814 © 2008 Human Kinetics, Inc.
      Walking, Cycling, and Obesity Rates in Europe, North America, and Australia
      David R. Bassett, Jr., John Pucher, Ralph Buehler, Dixie L. Thompson, and Scott E. Crouter 

First of all, let me just start by saying "thank you".  The fact that you have taken the time to read this means a lot to our program.

I think it is fair for any prospective sponsor to ask "Why?".  Why should I my organization support Seacoast VeloKids.  No doubt there are many organizations from whom you receive request… so..."Why Seacoast VeloKids?"

1. We are a local organization.  This is a grassroots program based in the seacoast area.  Your contributions will benefit the your of the seacoast and your participation will be visible locally.
   
2. An investment in kids always pays dividends. An investment in our youth is an investment in the future.  You are investing in our community and establishing your company with young people in a very positive manner
   
3. You are making a difference.  Set a kid riding and you set them on a winning course for life: You help defeat childhood obesity and attention deficit disorders. You give them a chance to progress and even excel in a sport. And you develop healthy habits that last a lifetime.
   
4. Sponsorship has benefits - Check them all out at our sponsorship page 

We hope you make the decision to support our organization but either way we thank you for your time.

Be well,
Rich 

We are off and running... What started out as an idea just four short months ago has become real.  In about 6 weeks we will start our first program at a local elementary school (Dondero in Portsmouth, NH)  There were many times long the way when I thought it would not come together.  There were times I was not sure I would be able to find balance between my life, my family, my work and what I wanted to give to this organization.

I am proud of what we have been able to start... but it is just that...a start.  The truth is that the hard work is all in front of us.  We have nurtured the spark that was our idea into a flame but now we need to feed that flame into fire.

This month we started that process.  We have launched our corporate sponsorship initiative and our individual donations page will be up shortly.  Further, we will be starting a social media campaign for individual giving for those who want to support our efforts.

Our goal is to raise $12,000 this year (60% of that before April 15th so that we are prepared for our first program).  It is a huge goal but with the same perseverance we have shown thus far we can accomplish this new goal.

Wish us good fortune and thank you for your support.

Rich