US EditionVictoria Grandmothers for Africa set off for B.C. bike ride
Victoria Grandmothers for Africa aims to raise $200,000 through a 275-kilometre cycling tour to support HIV programs amid cuts to international aid, organizers said.
- Victoria Grandmothers for Africa launched its annual cycling fundraiser to support programs addressing HIV and AIDS in African countries, aiming to raise $200,000 by Sept. 7.
- After USAID's funding decision, Victoria Grandmothers for Africa mounted a cycling tour to help replace lost support, as organizers say it left community groups less able to fight AIDS.
- Since April, 27 cyclists have trained on progressively longer rides, including back-to-back 90 km days, while 68 others continue regional rides throughout August.
- Organizers note that funds will support partner groups that serve mostly women and many grandmothers, as ten-time rider Laurie Wilson and Bonnie Yarish visited nine foundation partner groups in South Africa and Eswatini in May.
- First-Time rider Suzanne Moreau said riding almost 100 kilometres daily for three days 'pales in comparison,' and riders cite the VG4A mantra `We will not rest until they can rest.` as inspiration.
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