9/11 Memorial Charity Bike Ride
A ride to end PTSD related suicide
On September 10, 2023 Working Dogs for Warriors will be hosting the 4th Annual 9/11 Memorial Charity Bike Ride
To honor the courageous acts of service members from September 11th, 2001, we dedicate our mission to ending veteran/first responder suicide throughout the year.
Working Dogs for Warriors offers multiple life-saving programs for suicide intervention to directly address the post traumatic stressors endured by service members.
Our programs include:
- An engaging service dog program paired with wellness programs to support the recovery of service members
- Warrior fellowship - a weekly support group
- 24-hour helpline app for service members in our programs
- Wellness courses for suicide prevention and intervention (including ASIST)
- Warrior pantry - to provide free essential household, hygiene, and food products throughout the year
- Care Team K9 program to strengthen crisis intervention
- Outreach opportunities such as resource events hosted by WDFW and our annual Service to our Community Conference
- Education and seminars
- Workshops such as K9 CPR and first aid
- Community service projects such a food drives for families in need
- Reading events with our service animals to strengthen reading comprehension skills amongst young scholars while positively influencing their socio-emotional development
- And more!
However, we can only provide these programs for our service members with your support. Together, we will directly impact the lives of service members suffering from post traumatic stress. Our life-saving efforts care for the mental health of veterans and first responders all year and you can help end suicide in our community for these brave men and women.
100% of every your donation goes directly to our mental health programs. When you support Working Dogs for Warriors, you are directly supporting the essential programs that save lives from PTSD every day
Registration Info
All attendees will be given the opportunity to fundraise
Advanced Ride - $100
- Approximately 60 miles
- Start in Bolsa Chica State Beach
- Travel along the Huntington beach trail, continue along the Santa Ana River Trail then turn back at Yorba Regional Park
- Headback to Bolsa Chica
- Registration includes event t-shirt, water bottle, and commemorative medal. These items are available for pick up prior to the event or at the event. Also, if you prefer, you may choose to have these items shipped to you instead.
Intermediate ride - $75
- Approximately 20 miles
- Start at Bolsa Chica riding along the beautiful Huntington beach trail turning back at the end of the trail returning to Bolsa.
- Registration includes event t-shirt, water bottle, and commemorative medal. These items are available for pick up prior to the event or at the event. Also, if you prefer, you may choose to have these items shipped to you instead.
Family ride, run, or walk along the beach - $25/per person
- Approximately 10 miles along the beachYou can customize the distance to meet your needs. You select the turnaround point.
- Run, walk, or bike along the beautiful Huntington Beach trail! All attendees start at the same location and select their turnaround points.
- Registration includes a commemorative medal.
Support the Ride
Help Us Raise Funds!
We're fundraising to support mental health programs to end PTSD suicide
Please join our life saving efforts at Working Dogs for Warriors by creating your own fundraising page and joining our fight to end Veteran and first responder suicide.
Together we can ease the pain of PTSD, one warrior at a time!
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Working Dogs For Warriors is looking for sponsors interested in partnering with us in our mission to support the “Warriors” in our communities. Are you ready to join Team Working Dogs?
Our sole mission at WDFW is to support our Warriors by providing service dogs and training to veterans and first responders. These everyday Hero’s have lived a life of public service. They work tirelessly to ensure our safety and well-being from threats - at home and abroad. Unfortunately, these jobs often lead to development of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
At WDFW, we work to combat the effects of PTSD through K9 companions. In addition to the relationship developed between the handler and the K9, a family is formed among the handlers. United through their common experience with trauma and tragedy, they are able to find solace in each other’s company. Through the dog training, companionship with their peers, and participating in our outreach programs, we are able to ease their daily burdens and assist them in re-engaging with the “civilian world”. Your support will allow us to continue our mission. In turn, these individuals can continue to serve proudly in our communities.
Thank you and Semper Fidelis,
Michael Welsh
President, WDFW
Contact Info
Mailing Address:
11251 Sierra Ave
STE 2E-333
Fontana, CA 92337
Phone: 909-767-1225
info@WorkingDogsForWarriors.com
