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What is Face of America?
It is an annual cycling journey planned and organized by World T.E.A.M.
Sports, a non-profit organization committed to bringing diverse groups
of people together through sports events and happenings. Face of America
2003 will occur at the time of the second anniversary of 9/11. It is
an event to bring all people together, to show that we care about each
other and that we believe that diverse and unified teams, working together,
can accomplish awesome goals. And as we honor and pay our respects,
we also signal a need to look beyond our differences as human beings,
and draw on our similarities, with each person’s unique talents
and skills working to make the world better.
Teams Within
One Team
We hope to build a team of 1,000 cyclists, with lots of volunteers
and friends along the way to help out. And we will do some activities
and staging so the entire group will feel like they are working together
as a team. Additionally, we hope that groups of people, companies and
organizations will consider building their own teams… coming and
participating as a team, within a larger team. And here, we will help
make it a unique and purposeful experience for everyone. We want everyone
to experience that very special World T.E.A.M. Sports’ “connection
between people” and to leave with a sense of unity and purpose.
A number of clever ideas will be shared with teams, as they register,
and we also welcome your ideas and input to make this the best cycling
event ever.
Is
this a fundraising event?
Most importantly it is a friend-raiser; but it is also a fundraiser
to help build and expand an important sports charity, now in its 10th
anniversary year. We are asking each participant to pay a modest
fee to help defray the costs of the production of the event… $500.
Additionally, we are asking that you raise a minimum of $1000, which
will go directly to support our on-going outreach programs and activities.
All money raised will support our programs and will sustain our good
work for the year ahead. The team handbook will outline event costs,
but will also elaborate on how the $1000+ you raise will assist our
organization. Contributions can be earmarked for specific programs and
initiatives. All contributions, beyond participation fees, are tax-deductible
to the extent the law allows.
Participation Fees
After we receive your deposit, the remaining fee to participate is $250
(total cost to participate $500, plus minimum fundraising fee). The
deadline to receive payment is Monday, September 1, 2003. This fee will
defray a portion of the costs of meals, refreshments, lodging, transportation
support, special events and liability insurance. Scholarship assistance
can be provided for those who are unable to cover their fees. Please
attach details of your need with this application.
Fundraising Fees
Face of America 2003 requires a minimum fundraising fee of $1000. Upon
receipt of your application and participation fee deposit, additional
fundraising information and event proceed details will be provided.
Can I volunteer?
If you want to be involved, but don’t necessarily want to hop
on a bike, there are other ways you can be a team member for Face of
America. If you would like to become a volunteer, we would appreciate
your assistance. For more information call World T.E.A.M. Sports at
1.866.WTS.FACE.
When is the ride?
Friday, September 12, 2003 - Sunday, September 14, 2003
What route will we take and how long is the ride?
We will assemble as a team on Thursday evening, September 11, 2003 the
second anniversary of 9/11, and participate, together, in an event to
symbolize our solidarity as human beings on this planet. On Friday morning,
after a kickoff ceremony in New York, we will begin our journey on the
shore of New Jersey and for the next three days, travel down through
Delaware, Maryland and Virginia, ending the ride in Washington, DC,
after approximately 280 miles. Overnight accommodations will be provided
in “world-class” tent villages.
What are the skill requirements?
You don’t have to be training for the Tour de France to participate
in this team experience. It is not a race. It is a team ride, drawing
on the unique skills and talents of each and every team member…
of all abilities and levels of cycling. Support vehicles and personnel
will assist you all along the way. The idea is to do the best you can…
cover the most distance you can… and most importantly, have some
fun… together.
When is the application deadline?
Monday, September 1, 2003. However, because space is limited to the
first 1,000 riders, we advise that you register as soon as possible.
What kind of information can I expect to find in the handbook?
Upon receipt of your application, a comprehensive event handbook will
be emailed or mailed to you. We will try our very best to make sure
we answer every question you may have regarding Face of America 2003.
This will include, but is not limited to: registration check-in details;
event times; luggage requirements; food/accommodation details; and special
event schedules. We will also provide training guidelines to help prepare
you for the ride.
Embassy Suites to serve as host hotel!
For your accommodation needs in New York City call
212.945.0100, and in Washington, DC
call 202.857.3388. Embassy Suites is graciously providing special room
rates, available under the Face of America room block.
Hurry, rooms will go fast!
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