The "Kelsey
Charity Run" is an AMA (American Motorcycle Association) sanctioned charity bike run. It
takes place every year on Father's Day, Rain or shine.
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Kelsey Kirchner |
Kelsey Kirchner is now seventeen years old and had been
fighting a rare form of cancer called Neuroblastoma since she was two years old. She
underwent experimental treatments at the Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Since the
treatments are classified as experimental, the costs were not covered by the family’s
health insurance. Currently in remission, Kelsey visits the hospital once every two months
to monitor her condition. We are so proud of her accomplishments.
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Richard
Voorhees |
The Kelsey Fund was
originally organized by the Lincoln
Hose Company No. 4, of the Somerville Fire Department in May 1995, and is governed by
a Board of Trustees consisting of fourteen members of the same. Retired Bridgewater Police
Chief Richard Voorhees and friends formed "The Kelsey
Charity Run, Inc." as the fundraiser for the Kelsey
Fund.
With Kelsey in remission, her family’s burden is somewhat lessened. A portion
of the revenue generated by the "KELSEY CHARITY RUN, INC."
still goes to the "Kelsey Fund"
and the remainder is distributed to local charitable organizations and families with
similar needs.
Over the years, the ride has averaged generous donations of
over $90,000 per year. The direct cost for conducting this annual motorcycle rally and
picnic exceeds $35,000. A donation made by you and /or your organization will be used to
offset these expenses and allow us to continue to make generous contributions to numerous
local charities and families. |
