If I Tri– Will You Help?(Part II)
A fundraiser for Bruce House

 
Visit the Update Page for information regarding my preparation for the race and fundraising totals. (updated - September 2, 2002)
Last year was the first time I endeavoured to raise money for Bruce House, through participation in a ½ Ironman. Just under $600 was raised. This year, I am participating in Subaru Ironman Canada – a 226 km one-day journey including a 3.8 km open water swim, 180 km bike through the Okanagan region and, finally, a 42.2 km marathon. It is twice as far as last year but, I think it fair to say, about four times the effort. Therefore – the goal for this year is $2500.
Together – we can do more than tri!
The Scoop
On August 25, I intend to push my body further than it has gone before. In Penticton, BC I will complete my first Ironman.This is the culmination of a long-time dream. It will be tough – but all good at the same time.I’m hoping you will help!As an extra incentive to push me over the last few kilometres, I have decided to once again undertake a fundraising effort for Bruce House. Bruce House “is a community-based organization providing housing, compassionate care and support in Ottawa-Carleton for people living with HIV and AIDS, believing that everyone has the right to live and die with dignity.”

The Journey
There are two different sponsorship options. In each case, you determine the amount pledged.

Step by Step
Pledge a specific amount per kilometre, for a total of 226 kilometres. As example, you may choose to pledge $1 / kilometre, for a total donation of $226.

Flat Out
Pledge a flat amount. As example, you may choose to pledge $10 for the race, for a total donation of $10.

The Finish Line
Pledges and Payments
Pledge forms and payments can be mailed at anytime. I would like to present the funds raised to Bruce House at the end of September, so the sooner the better!

Payments should be made by cheque and can be mailed to me at the following address:

Bill Bridel
909 – 470 Laurier Avenue West
Ottawa, ON    K1R 7W9

Please make cheques payable to Bruce House in order to receive a tax receipt. Tax receipts are issued for any donation over $10.
 
New this Year
Pledge forms are available on-line, so you can encourage your family, friends and peers to get involved. The web site will be updated throughout the campaign and following Ironman Canada. Please direct any questions regarding the fundraising campaign to Bill Bridel at (613) 565-2803 or via e-mail to joshuaproduction@hotmail.com .
I’m going to push my body beyond its comfort zone because I can –
others in our community are not so fortunate. 
Let’s tri and go big!