Frequently Asked Questions
How do I fundraise?
- Log in to your fundraising page:
- Use the “Import Contacts” tool on your fundraising dashboard to add the emails of your friends and family
- Then click “Ask for Donations” to email your contacts. You can use the fundraising email templates provided, or create your own message from scratch.
- Check out these fundraising tips for suggestions
How do I Increase my fundraising goal?
- Log in to your fundraising page:
- On your dashboard, scroll down to the fundraising thermometer. Click ‘edit Goal’.
- Enter your new fundraising goal and press “Update Goal”
- If you’re a team captain and would like to adjust your team’s fundraising goal, select the “team goal” tab on your fundraising thermometer and adjust accordingly.
How do I join or create a team?
- To join an existing team, chose the registration type “Join a Team”.
- To create a new team, choose the “Create a Team” option at registration.
- If you have already registered and would like to join or create a team, please contact info@rideforpalestine.com for assistance
How much is registration?
- Adults, In-Person & Virtual participation: $50
- Children & youth ages 11-17: $25
- Children ten and under: free
- For “Ride from Anywhere” riders participating remotely: $25
- Celebration-only tickets: $25
How much do I need to fundraise?
This fundraising Minimum for all riders is $300. Check out our fundraising tips for help or reach out to us at info@rideforpalestine.com for guidance
What Is included with my registration?
- Event t-shirt (note your size when you register) and water bottle
- Pre-Ride snack
- Post-Ride Celebration: catered lunch and entertainment. Please note any food preferences as part of the registration process.
- Volunteers, signage, and EMT supporting the ride
- Fundraising tips
What is NOT included in my registration?
- Bikes: please bring your own bicycle
- Helmets and other safety equipment
- Bike mechanics
- In-ride aid stations: while a roving support car will be driving the route from 9-11am, there will not be aid stations placed along the route.
- Extended route: if you decide to ride further than the official 11-mile route, please note that those options are not supported with volunteers or signage/flags. We encourage all riders to plan their ride so that they return by 11:00 a.m. in time for lunch at the post-ride festival.
What is the route?
The Ride for Palestine is an 11-mile scenic route with beautiful views of the Richmond Bay. It is designed to be enjoyable for cyclists of all ages and skill levels.
Where do I park the day of the Ride?
- Vehicles: Street parking is available in the surrounding area. Please be sure to remove any valuables from your vehicle and lock your car.
- Bicycles: Bicycle parking during the post-ride festival will be available within the event footprint. We suggest that you bring your bike locks.
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- You can avoid this altogether by riding your bike or taking public transportation to the Ride for Palestine
I’m not in the Bay Area! How can I participate?
- You can Ride from Anywhere! Click here for more details
I can't ride, but can I attend the post-Ride celebration?
Yes! If you’d like to come and support your friend and family who are participating in this year’s Ride, you can purchase a Celebration-only ticket here. One ticket per person – lunch is included.
