Western Washington Ride Frequently Asked Questions
Why do I have to pre-register for the ride?
The only way for us to manage a limited ride is with pre-registrations. Just send mail to Brett Wise if you have any further questions and to let him know that you are planning to raise funds.
Where do I send my pledges?
All pledges must be received by September 5 at the following address:
MX for Children
PO Box 141
Woodinville, WA 98072
How will I know if I qualify for the ride?
We will notify everyone by phone or email on September 7th.
How much do I need to raise?
A minimum of $100 to qualify. $500 in pledges gains you and a friend access to the Inside Line Experience at Seattle Supercross in 2010.
How should I raise that much money?
Give $25. Ask your parents for $25. Ask a neighbor for $25. Ask a co-worker or friend for $25. It’s easy because its is for a great cause.
How many people can I bring? Are there additional gate fees?
There is one rider per $100 but that reduces your chances of winning the highest flier award. Spectators are free though there will be a fee for lunch. Donations are encouraged by all. There is no “gate fee” at this event.
What do I get if I don’t qualify?
Besides the great feeling of having raised donations for our own Seattle Children’s Hospital and its research into a vexing condition called hydrocephalus — you will get a Ride Day t-shirt mailed to you.
If I make a donation and ride in the event, is it still tax deductible?
Yes. The track has been donated for the cause and there are no gate fees.
How will the donations be used?
100% of the pledges from the event will go to Seattle Children’s Hospital and Seattle Children’s Research Institute for their groundbreaking work on the condition of hydrocephalus. Hydrocephalus which is characterized by an excessive accumulation of fluid in the brain affects 1 in 500-1000 live births (roughly 1 million Americans have it). It has no cure and the only treatment is through an invasive brain surgery for the implantation of a shunt. Shunts were invented in the 1950’s by a father of a kid with hydrocephalus a few advancements have happened since. Shunts have the highest failure rate of any medically implanted device — 50% fail within two years — subjecting kids to multiple brain surgeries just to survive.
