July 21st, 2025

The weekend is behind us, but the spirit is not. I am balanced between immeasurable elation and devastation. Suzanne’s words sum it up well for me, “I keep thinking about those we’ve lost. And how much I've found, through Courage.” 

So, here on the day after the big weekend, I have a couple updates for you!

1. We have reached $500,000 this year, and therefore we are just shy of our $7,500,000 lifetime goal!

2. This brings up point number 2, with just hundreds left of the Alpine Bank match, we are announcing one FINAL $50,000 #ForeverMarthaStrong match to bring us to the finish line. Every donation up to $5,000 per rider between now and August 31st, 2025 or when the money runs out, will be matched dollar for dollar on your rider page! I know you have donors coming and many that like to celebrate your achievements after you ride. Those particular donors that make you earn it , ask for a dollar per mile lol.

3. The Denver7 was present Saturday afternoon and shot some fabulous footage of our 20th anniversary. They also surprised me with an award and uncontrollable emotions after the Copper Triangle. Thank you Mom & Ben for nominating me and bringing some great exposure to our team. I am so honored to win this award in tandem with Martha, a better companion I could not choose.
   Please check it out here, https://www.denver7.com/news/7everyday-hero/denver7-everyday-heroes-honored-during-the-annual-courage-classic-bicycle-tour
   And share it for fundraising!

4. If you want to keep the party going, buy tickets and bring a friend to Earth Angel Fest 8-16-2025, hosted by the one and only, Jan Allen! All proceeds support Wheels and Rock by the Sea! You won’t wanna miss it, https://earthangelcharities.com/events/ 

5. Lastly, but certainly not least, if you ordered gear and didn’t get it, send me a note! If you got gear and need to exchange it, send me a note. If you didn’t order or just need more gear, check out the store - closes on July 31st! https://via.primalcustom.com/collections/ts-13248 

That’s all folks!

Thank you for a fantastic 20th Anniversary Courage Classic, I couldn’t ask for better friends!

Amber Dunlap