Rays of Hope cycle tour
CRAIGHALL - Rays of Hope, a non-profit organisation that focuses on uplifting the township community of Alexandra, completed its annual Cycle Tour of Hope, which took place from 24 to 26 October.
The fundraiser was a resounding success this year with over R600 000 raised, which goes towards their projects in the township of Alexandra. The event commenced with 36 riders cycling from Clarens to Johannesburg, a total of 365 kilometres over the three-day period.
The race ended at the Rosebank Union Church.
The route takes the cyclists through breath-taking landscapes, and the comradery among cyclists makes for an entertaining and enjoyable event.
The tour encourages riders to participate in an effort to raise funds through sponsorships of corporates, friends and family.
The funds raised will be used to aid the 12 projects that impact over 1 000 people in Alexandra.
“This was the most well attended Cycle Tour of Hope event for Rays of Hope by far. We are so grateful to so many individuals willing to assist the organisation to raise funds for the Alexandra community, and give up their time to take part in this event,” says Jennifer Adams, CEO of Rays of Hope.
This year two development cyclists from Alex participated, and were given a bike, gear and training in order to complete the three-day event.
Participants Marius van den Berg and Roderick Wolfenden said it a was wonderful event.
Details: www.raysofhope.co.za
