Join Pastor Art Snow and participate in the "Fill the Saddlebags" Benefit Motorcycle Ride and Rally on May 2nd to 4th to support the Sonshine Children's Center and the Dr. Mary Bennett Foundation in Linefork, Kentucky. Get ready to journey through the significant curves and breathtaking views of the Appalachian Mountains by discovering famous routes such as Virginia's "Snake" and Kentucky's "Dragon Slayer." Your participation will help Build Hope in the lives of foster and adoptive children.

Get ready for an amazing adventure! The ride starts on Friday, May 2nd, and all the motorcyclists will gather in Damascus, Virginia. On Saturday, May 3rd, you'll journey through the beautiful Appalachian Mountains, taking in the stunning views and 100's of winding curves along the way. You'll even ride famous routes like Virginia's "Snake" and the "Dragon Slayer" on Kentucky's Black Mountain. The best part? You'll end your day at the Sonshine Children's Center in Linefork, where you'll enjoy some mouth-watering country-style cooking, comfy lodging, and a cozy campfire. On Sunday, May 4th, wake up by a mountain stream and enjoy biscuits and gravy and hot coffee before riding the mountain backroads on the way home. Accommodations in Linefork, Kentucky, and two meals are just $25.00 per rider.

Dr. Mary Bennett dedicated over four decades of her life to nurturing children at the Sonshine Children's Center, nestled in the beautiful Appalachian Mountains near Linefork, Kentucky. Her legacy continues through the Dr. Mary Bennett Foundation, which cares for children and families, distributes essential food and clothing in the community, and provides base facilities for mission and outreach teams. Before Mary's passing in July 2024, she passionately launched the Building Hope Initiative, which actively supports adoptive and foster families, embodying her unwavering commitment to improving children's lives.

In a remarkable display of community spirit, the 2024 Motorcycle Ride raised over $20,000, bringing joy to eleven Building Hope families through scholarships and gifts for Summer Camp, Back-to-School events, and Christmas. You, too, can make a difference and uplift even more Building Hope children in 2025! Join us in "The 2025 Fill the Saddlebags" Benefit Motorcycle Ride and Rally, where together we can continue this important cause and inspire hope for many more families in need.

Let's come together to positively impact children's lives by participating in this fantastic charity event. You can join the ride or donate to help "Fill the Saddlebags" and Build Hope. By following these three simple steps, we can create a significant impact:

Sign up to Ride!
Establish a Fundraising Goal,
Spread the Word to other riders along with your friends and family

Let's work together to bring hope into the lives of children. Even if you're not ready for the ride, you can still make a meaningful difference by sponsoring a rider or making a donation.

For more information, please contact Pastor Art Snow at (908) 377-8610 or via email at pastorartsnow@icloud.com.

Where to Stay:

Please use this link to book your stay in Damascus, Virginia, on Friday, May 2nd.

Inns, Hotels, Lodges & Hostels in Damascus, VA - VISIT DAMASCUS, VA

Additional Links & Ride Info

The Dr Mary Bennett Foundation
Visit Damascus
The Snake Ride Information
The Dragon Slayer Ride Information

2025 "Fill the SaddleBags" Motorcycle Benefit Ride for the Dr. Mary Bennett Foundation

By Dr. Mary Bennett Foundation

2025 "Fill the SaddleBags" Motorcycle Benefit Ride for the Dr. Mary Bennett Foundation

Damascus, Virginia to Linefork, Kentucky ~ May 3-4, 2025

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