Fundraising & Referrals
Bike to Build Homes
Want to get the most mileage out of your ride? You can choose to fundraise! If you do, you’ll raise more than funds. You'll help Habitat raise walls – like those on the 10 homes of Sequoia Grove.
Together, we can build more. Beyond Sequoia Grove, we have 19 more homes to build at Esperanza Place, and an uphill challenge to raise the funds we need. And no one understands an uphill challenge like you, our cycling community!
Cycle of Hope athletes have raised $2 million since our first ride, and we need to make this year bigger than ever. And with Bob & Barbara Frick & Friends of Cycle of Hope (BBF & Friends) matching donations, we know this community can do it. Plus, you’ll unlock some great incentives and prizes along the way!
Fundraise and Earn!
$250 ($500 with BBF & Friends match)
- Entry into Finish Line Festival with food and drinks, t-shirt, swag bag, and other goodies
- 2025 Cycle of Hope commemorative jersey
$500 ($1000 with BBF & Friends match)
- Entry into Finish Line Festival with food and drinks, t-shirt, swag bag, and other goodies
- Exclusive 2025 Cycle of Hope VIP Jersey and other swag
- Access to event day VIP area with dedicated food, drinks, and exclusive goodies
$1000 ($2000 with BBF & Friends match)
- Entry into Finish Line Festival with food and drinks, t-shirt, swag bag, and other goodies
- Exclusive 2025 Cycle of Hope VIP Jersey and other swag
- Access to event day VIP area with dedicated food, drinks, and exclusive goodies
- Recognition as a Top Fundraiser, shout-outs on event day, and invites to select Habitat for Humanity events
$2500 ($5000 with BBF & Friends match)
- Entry into Finish Line Festival with food and drinks, t-shirt, swag bag, and other goodies
- Exclusive 2025 Cycle of Hope VIP Jersey and other swag
- Access to event day VIP area with dedicated food, drinks, and exclusive goodies
- Recognition as a Top Fundraiser, shout-outs on event day, and invites to select Habitat for Humanity events
- Habitat for Humanity premium jacket or vest
Individual and Team Prizes
Top Fundraiser
Choose one of the top prizes, which may include a 1-night stay at luxury Bay Area resort, a restaurant gift certificate, other gift cards, and more
Top Fundraising Team
Access to event day VIP area with dedicated food, drinks, and exclusive goodies
Largest Team
Access to event day VIP area with dedicated food, drinks, and exclusive goodies
Sample Fundraising Email
Email Template
Here's an email that you can send to your friends, family, and community. Don’t forget to drop the link to your fundraising page into your message!
SUBJECT: I’m biking to build homes. Will you support me?
Hi friends,
I’m excited to share that on October 19, I’ll be riding in Cycle of Hope, a one day cycling event that raises critical funding for Habitat for Humanity East Bay/Silicon Valley. This incredible organization is dedicated to building more affordable homes so families can break the cycle of poverty and build better futures.
You can help me make that happen! Please consider donating to my fundraiser to support my goal. And, your gift will go even further as every donation will be matched by Bob & Barbara Frick & Friends of Cycle of Hope, doubling your gift and its impact!
Your support will help Habitat build more affordable housing in the Bay Area, such as Sequoia Grove where 10 new affordable townhomes are currently being built in the heart of Hayward.
Please join me in supporting this important cause through my fundraising page: [YOUR CYCLE OF HOPE FUNDRAISING PAGE LINK]
Thanks for your time and consideration! Your generosity can help change lives, and I appreciate any support you can provide. Together, let’s build more homes, communities, and hope!
With gratitude,
[YOUR NAME]
Fundraising Resources & Coaching
If you'd like more tips and tricks to support your fundraising efforts, check out the COH Fundraising Resources.
For advice or questions, connect with our Cycle of Hope Fundraising Coach, Jenny Trac at JTrac@HabitatEBSV.org.
