Life for a child with cancer, disability, or any other serious illness is grueling. Chai Lifeline is there to help. Last summer was the first time I took part in the Chai Lifeline / Bike 4 Chai event and I must tell you that the inspiration from it has stayed with me thru out the year! The hugs,the smiling faces,and the stories are not to be forgotten. As a parent of a special needs child, oh boy can I tell you how such an organization can be a lifesaver for parents while bringing so much joy to the children. This summer, I am excited to take part in Bike4Chai again, an exhilarating and challenging cycling event benefiting the children and families of Chai Lifeline. Every mile I ride and every dollar I raise will help support critical programs and services for more than 6,000 families impacted by illness, crisis, and loss. These services include counseling and case management, meals delivered to hospitals and homes, transportation to medical appointments, emergency financial assistance, insurance advocacy, i-Shine afterschool programming, Big Brothers/Sisters, crisis and trauma intervention, and Chai Lifeline’s flagship medically-supervised summer programs, Camp Simcha, Camp Simcha Special, and Camp Simcha Without Borders. I’ve committed to raising $5,000 for this important cause and I hope I can count on you to help me reach my goal. All donations are 100% tax-deductible.  From the moment of diagnosis, Chai Lifeline’s dedicated staff and volunteers are there to provide joy, hope, and unparalleled care throughout the turbulent medical journey. Please contribute generously by clicking on the donate button now. On behalf of the children and families of Chai Lifeline, thank you for your support. Hal PS. For more information regarding this ride please visit bike4chai.org