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This August, I'll be trading the California coast for a new adventure: riding over 375 miles from Toronto to Montreal as part of the Friends for Life Bike Rally to raise money for people living with HIV/AIDS.

If you've supported one of my rides before, thank you. Since 2017, together we've raised more than $35,000 for HIV organizations, and I'm incredibly grateful for every donation, encouraging text, and cheer along the way.

When AIDS/Lifecycle came to an end, I knew I wasn't ready to stop riding for this community. These rides have always been about more than the miles—they're about helping ensure people living with HIV have access to healthcare, housing, food, peer support, and welcoming spaces where they can thrive.

That's what makes this ride so special. Every dollar raised helps organizations continue providing life-changing services to those who need them most.

If you're able, I'd be so grateful if you'd consider making a donation—no amount is too small. Every contribution brings me one step closer to Montreal and helps make a real difference in someone's life.

And yes... your donation still comes with one of my (questionably famous) handwritten thank-you cards.

Thank you for being part of this journey. I can't wait to share the ride with all of you!