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The Cycling for Change Team rolls into
Colorado Springs on Thursday, July 8, 2010!
“Freedom from Poverty”
In addition to the national Cycling for Change ride, Catholic Charities of Colorado Springs will be hosting the “Freedom from Poverty” ride, which will benefit those in our community who need help the most.
The local ride will take place over two days, July 7 & 8, originating at the Marian House in downtown Colorado Springs, moving north to Castle Rock to meet the national team, then returning the next day to Colorado Springs with the National Cycling for Change team. Additionally, there will be a family ride on day two, where families not up to the 80 mile round-trip journey can participate in a 2 – 5 mile family ride.
To find out more information or register for the ride visit http://ccharitiescs.org/cycling-for-change
Local funds raised will be used for the vital services of Marian House where:
- more than 600 meals are served most days in the soup kitchen to families, seniors, veterans and disabled persons on a fixed income, the working poor and the homeless
- more than 2,800 individuals are seen in Client Services, receiving case management services, given access to a clothing closet and receive help with getting IDs and birth certificates
- more than 21,700 adults and children receive support from Life Support Services with items such as baby food, formula, diapers and clothing
- more than 350 families receive help with furniture, small appliances, food boxes and rental and utility assistance
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