Our Beneficiary

Spokes4Hope

There’s something magical about a child experiencing their first bicycle. It’s a bright, shiny key to a whole new world of adventure. Unfortunately, there are far too many children that never get this wonderful childhood rite of passage. The foster care system is saturated with children whose caregivers are only able to supply the necessities of food, shelter and safety but very little ancillary items that many take for granted. Spokes4Hope is a nonprofit organization passionate about closing this gap so more young people can experience the wonder of pedaling a bicycle for the first time.
Spokes4Hope was established by retired Southlake police officer, Alton Wells in 2006. Law enforcement officers take an oath to serve and protect as part of their occupation but for many, these vows are ingrained in every fiber of their lives. This mindset is the organization’s firm foundation.
The story began when fellow officer, Robert Hodges, developed a terminal brain tumor, Wells and his brothers in blue sprang into action. Their fundraising efforts allowed Hodges the peace of mind knowing his family would be financially stable even though his End of Watch was close at hand. Wells, and the other officers involved, realized the magnitude of their efforts and felt the need to continue answering the call to serve. Their desire was to continue fundraising efforts for a good cause. One officer shared his personal story of being the child of a struggling single mother and receiving the gift of his first bicycle. The difference a simple act of kindness made in his life was the inspiration the group needed to create a Spokes4Hope movement.
Working closely with child advocacy centers, churches, schools and law enforcement agencies, the group identifies deserving children and families. Many individuals, companies and corporations support the cause by volunteering their time to help assemble the numerous bicycles (many say it sparks excellent team building). Each year Spokes4Hope distributes between 1,500 to 1,700 bicycles and helmets. Wells dreams bigger and hopes for 10,000 per year.

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BANQUET!

BMW Motorcycles of N Dallas is sponsoring the banquet this year! Thank you!!!

TCOLE Training Hours

For our law enforcement participants, come kick off the new TCOLE training cycle with us! The Back the Blue Motorcycle Rodeo will be offering 24 hours of TCOLE credit.

20th Anniversary of 9/11

Our team is proud to be presenting this event on the 20th anniversary of 9/11. We have numerous events planned for the morning of September 11th to honor the lives and sacrifices of the thousands lost of that tragic day. Check back regularly for more updates!

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GALLERY PANEL HEADLINE

LOCATION

GRAPEVINE MILLS MALL

2100 E Grapevine Mills Cir

Grapevine, TX 76051

United States

SCHEDULE PANEL HEADLINE

Tuesday, September 7, 2021

7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

TRACKS CLOSED. NO PRACTICE.

12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Command Post and RV Move-in Opens

Wednesday, September 8, 2021

7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Track Open for Practice

7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Sponsor & Vendor Setup Open

7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Registration Open

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Track Walkthrough and Safety Briefing for Riders

Thursday, September 9, 2021

7:00 AM

Track Open for Practice

7:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Registration Open

Friday, September 10, 2021

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

1st Competition Run

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Practice Resumes

Saturday, September 11, 2021

7:45 AM

Formation Ride to Grapevine 9/11 Memorial

8:30 AM - 9:30 AM

Event Opening Ceremonies @ Track

8:37 AM

Moment of Silence (Flight 77 crashes into The Pentagon)

8:59 AM

Moment of Silence (South Tower Collapse)

9:03 AM

Moment of Silence (Flight 93 crashes in Shanksville, PA)

9:28 AM

Moment of Silence (North Tower Collapse)

9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

2nd Competition Run

11:30 AM

Lunch Provided by TMPA

12:00 PM

Slow Ride Closes

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

Eliminator

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Partner Ride

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

4-Man Competition

5:00 PM

Competition Ends

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Competitor Banquet - Sponsored by BMW Motorcycles of N Dallas

UNTIL THE EVENT

Spokes4Hope is a non-profit organization, founded by motorcycle officers in Southlake and Keller, Texas with the goal of giving bicycles to children in need.
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