Foundation 14’s Ride For The Fallen Is This Saturday

Foundation 14 is hosting its 8th Ride for the Fallen this Saturday. This ride will literally take you to Hell and back, leaving from the American Legion Post 268 at…

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Updated Oct 24, 2024 10:33 PM EDT

Putting Vets on Bikes, Foundation 14

Foundation 14 is hosting its 8th Ride for the Fallen this Saturday. This ride will literally take you to Hell and back, leaving from the American Legion Post 268 at 44 Wabash, Milan, MI.

Their hearts are in the right place as they honor those who've served this great country. Get there with an empty stomach, as the Milan American Legion Auxiliary will serve breakfast to those who would like to come early. Breakfast is $10 and supports the Milan Legion. These ladies do a great job and all proceeds go to the Legion’s fund, providing support for local veterans.

Foundation 14 Helping Veterans

Foundation 14 founder Maria Caruso said, "Ride for the Fallen is an amazing way to kick off Memorial Day weekend. We couldn't be more proud in our 8th year holding this event." She went on, "It’s an honor to do this. It’s not just about getting together but honoring those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice - those who are not with us. Those who served proudly. We spend time remembering them and celebrating them." Amen to that!

Here's the rundown of events for Foundation 14's Ride for the Fallen

10 am Breakfast

11 am Registration - Ride for the Fallen

12 pm Ceremony

12:30 First bike out

4:30 Last bike in

There will also be live music, door prizes, 50/50 apparel…

I hope you'll join me and several hundred riders for a great day supporting an amazing cause. I've been fortunate to partake in many events with this great group. Learn more about Foundation 14 here.

Below is a photo gallery of a bike giveaway to a worthy veteran from last summer. So heartwarming.

Foundation 14 Honors Veteran With Motorcycle (pictures)

On Saturday, Foundation 14 presented a motorcycle to the 25th recipient since October 2016. The even took place at Artesian Wells in Cement City, Michigan. This time, the recipient was Kevin Holmes, who joined the US Army in 1996 with multiple deployments throughout his career, including his time with the Army National Guard. Kevin was visibly moved to accept the motorcycle. The person receiving the bike never knows, so it's a total surprise. Someone tipped me off to the fact that Kevin was getting the bike, so it was fun to kind of keep an eye on him. He was speechless saying that he only thought he was there to help sell t-shirts.

Also honored on Saturday was Ken McNally, US Army, who served 16 years before being medically retired. Ken is now a lieutenant with his local fire department. Both men, part of the 'Hooligans', are very respected by those they served with and leaders to those who know them.

As a special guest speaker, Loni Hill shared her story of losing her husband Tom just over a year ago. Tom was in the same Company (Hooligans) with both Kevin and Ken. Having endured losses during deployment this is a tight band of brothers. However, the continued losses after returning home bring this group back together more often than should ever happen.

I was proud to be included in this very special ceremony. A huge THANK YOU to everyone at Foundation 14, but particularly Maria Caruso. She won't toot her own horn, so I will. She does such a great job with this organization. She's very hands-on and caring in every aspect of Foundation 14. I'm so impressed of the work she does and proud to call her a friend.

Watch the video of the event here.

-Meltdown-

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Foundation 14’s Ride For The Fallen Is This Saturday

Foundation 14 is hosting its 8th Ride for the Fallen this Saturday. This ride will literally take you to Hell and back, leaving from the American Legion Post 268 at…

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Foundation 14 Honors Veteran With Motorcycle (pictures)

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