Hello, my name is Lee Kibbee, and I am honored to have been selected to ride in the 2024 Hoka Hey Motorcycle Challenge. Over the course of 14 days, I will face the daunting task of conquering 62 mountain ranges, 33 Indian Reservations, 25 National Forests, 8 deserts, 6 National Parks, and 4 swamps as I journey from Florida to Alaska. I will navigate without GPS or any electronic maps and will sleep outside with my motorcycle for the entire trip.

Why take on such a challenge? There are many reasons, but one of the most significant is to raise awareness for our heroes who are suffering.

Every year, 24% of our active duty military families face food shortages. It is heart-wrenching to know that nearly a quarter of our nation’s heroes worry about where their family’s next meal will come from. The situation is even more dire for many veterans, especially those who are disabled and have very limited resources.

In response, I have partnered with Friends In Service of Heroes (FISH), a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Olathe, Kansas, for the "Fill the Pantry with FISH" Campaign. This program helps stock the food pantries on military installations in the Kansas City area, ensuring that those experiencing food insecurities are fed.

Thanks to the structure of the Zeffy platform, you can rest assured that 100% of your donation will go directly toward putting food in these pantries.

By supporting this cause, you are directly helping our active duty military families and veterans who are in desperate need. Please join me in making a tangible difference in the lives of those who have sacrificed so much for our country.

Thank you for your support!

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Update July 20th