Givenhope for Cancer will host its 2nd Annual Benefit Ride on Saturday, August 15th at the Mt. Vernon American Legion Post 141. The event is being held in memory of Mike O’Dea and will feature a day of food, music, raffles, auctions, and family-friendly activities to benefit the organization.
Registration begins at 9 a.m., with riders departing at 10 a.m. A meal will be served at 2 p.m., followed by prize drawings at 3 p.m.
While the event includes a motorcycle ride, all vehicles are welcome. Entry fees are $10 per person, $15 per couple, or $25 per car.
Entertainment will be provided by The No Issues Band along with a special guest performer.
The event will also feature raffle opportunities, including a 2000 Harley-Davidson 883 Sportster, with tickets priced at $25 each and only 200 tickets available. A second raffle offers a Harley-Davidson men’s Killian XL jacket, with tickets $10 each or three for $25. Additional prizes include $200 and $100 cash.
Raffle tickets are available at Givenhope for Cancer Thrift, located at 2845 Benton Road in Mt. Vernon.
Organizers encourage the public to attend the fundraiser, enjoy a day of entertainment and fellowship, and help support Givenhope for Cancer and its mission to assist those battling cancer.