Thank You for an Incredible Ride!
Our 3rd Annual Reason to Ride has officially wrapped up, and we are incredibly grateful to everyone who helped make this year's ride possible.
From every rider and passenger who joined us to the volunteers, planning partners, sponsors, businesses, organizations, donors, and friends who gave their time and support, thank you for coming together to support Christ is the Answer Rescue Mission and the women and children served through Helen's House.
What a Day.
Thank You!
Reason to Ride is about far more than motorcycles. It is about bringing people together for a purpose and helping provide hope, care, and support to women and children through Helen's House.
Thank You to Everyone Who Made the Day Possible
Reason to Ride happens because people are willing to show up, serve, give, ride, plan, donate, and help spread the word. We are thankful for every person who played a part.
Riders & Passengers
Thank you for joining us on the ride and choosing to support the women and children served through Helen's House.
Volunteers
From setup and registration to food, raffles, cleanup, and everything in between, your willingness to serve helped make the entire day possible.
Sponsors & Donors
Thank you to the businesses, organizations, and individuals who gave financially or donated prizes, gift cards, supplies, and other resources.
Planning & Event Support
We are grateful for those who worked alongside CITA to plan the ride, host the event, coordinate the day, and help bring everything together.
Supporting Women & Children Through Helen's House
Reason to Ride benefits Helen's House, Christ is the Answer Rescue Mission's Center for Women & Children. Support from the event helps provide safe shelter, meals, practical care, encouragement, and a Christ-centered environment where women and children can begin rebuilding their lives with dignity, purpose, and hope.
Thank You to Those Who Helped Make Reason to Ride Possible
We are grateful for the organizations and businesses that stepped up in different ways to help make the 2026 Reason to Ride possible.
First Baptist Church Melbourne
A special thank you to First Baptist Church Melbourne for generously opening its campus and providing a place for our riders, volunteers, and community to gather for this year's Reason to Ride.
Helping Plan & Support the Ride
Thank you to the motorcycle groups that worked alongside CITA to help plan, prepare, and support the 2026 Reason to Ride.
Lotane & Associates
Thank you to Lotane & Associates for financially supporting the 2026 Reason to Ride and helping make the event possible.
Prize & Giveaway Supporters
Thank you to the businesses and organizations that donated giveaways, gift cards, services, and raffle prizes that helped make the day even more special.
Reason to Ride 2026
Join us Saturday, September 19 for the 3rd Annual Reason to Ride Motorcycle Run benefiting Helen’s House, Christ is the Answer Rescue Mission's Center for Women & Children.
Come ride with us while helping provide care, stability, practical support, and Christ-centered hope for women and children in our community.
Online Registration Is Closed.
You Can Still Ride!
If you did not register online, you can still join us. Simply come to First Baptist Church Melbourne on Saturday morning and register when you arrive.
Everything You Need for Event Day
Come early, get registered, meet other riders, and get ready for a great morning supporting Helen’s House.
Arrival & Registration
Onsite registration opens and riders begin gathering.
Kickstands Up
The approximately two-hour motorcycle run gets underway.
Rider & Passenger
$20 per rider and $5 for each passenger.
The Ride Is On
Plan to join us Saturday regardless of the weather.
Lunch, Raffles & Prizes
After the ride, join us back at First Baptist Church Melbourne for lunch, raffles, prizes, and time together with the Reason to Ride community.
We have some great raffle prizes and giveaways waiting for you, so plan to stick around after the ride.
Supporting Women & Children Through Helen’s House
Reason to Ride benefits Helen’s House, CITA’s Center for Women & Children. Funds raised through the event help provide safe shelter, meals, practical care, support, encouragement, and a Christ-centered environment where women and children can begin rebuilding their lives with dignity, purpose, and hope.
Thank You to Our 2026 Partners
Reason to Ride would not be possible without the churches, motorcycle groups, businesses, organizations, and community partners who have helped host, plan, sponsor, and support this year's event.
Reason to Ride 2026
Join us for the 3rd Annual Reason to Ride Motorcycle Run benefiting Helen’s House, Christ is the Answer Rescue Mission's Center for Women & Children.
Ride with us on Saturday, September 19, or support Helen’s House with a gift. Every registration and donation helps provide care, stability, and hope for women and children in need.
Onsite registration will be available at the event!
This Ride Helps Women and Children Begin Again
Reason to Ride benefits Helen’s House, CITA’s Center for Women & Children. Your registration or donation helps provide a safe, Christ-centered place where women and children can find stability, support, and hope during difficult seasons.
- Safe shelter for women and children who need a secure place to breathe and begin again.
- Practical care through meals, essentials, parenting support, and daily encouragement.
- Christ-centered restoration that helps families rebuild with dignity, purpose, and hope.
How You Can Be Part of It
There are two simple ways to support Reason to Ride. Join us on the ride or make a gift benefiting the women and children of Helen’s House.
Onsite registration will be available at the event!
Ride With Us
Be part of the motorcycle run and enjoy a day of riding, community, lunch, raffles, and prizes while supporting Helen’s House.
Make a Donation
Can’t attend the ride? Your gift can still help provide care, stability, and Christ-centered support for women and children.
Event Day at a Glance
We’re looking forward to a great day together at First Baptist Church Melbourne. Here are the key details to know before you arrive.
Event Begins
Arrive at First Baptist Church Melbourne and get ready for the morning.
Kickstands Up
The motorcycle run gets underway for an approximately two-hour ride.
Rider & Passenger
Registration is $20 per rider and $5 for each passenger.
The Ride Is On
Plan to join us for the event regardless of the weather.
Thank You to Those Helping Make the Ride Possible
We are grateful for the businesses, churches, organizations, motorcycle groups, and community partners who have stepped up to support the 2026 Reason to Ride and the women and children served through Helen’s House.
A Special Thank You to Our Host Church
Reason to Ride takes a community of people and organizations willing to step up and make the day possible.
First Baptist Church Melbourne
We are grateful to First Baptist Church Melbourne for generously opening their campus to host the 2026 Reason to Ride. Their hospitality gives riders, volunteers, and members of our community a place to gather in support of the women and children served through Helen’s House.
Thank you, First Baptist Church Melbourne, for helping make this year’s Reason to Ride possible.
Event Planning Partners
We are grateful for the motorcycle groups working alongside CITA to help plan and support this year’s ride.
Berean Bikers
Thank you to Berean Bikers for partnering with CITA and helping us plan and prepare for the 2026 Reason to Ride.
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Stilettos on Steel
Thank you to Stilettos on Steel for helping CITA plan, support, and strengthen this year’s Reason to Ride.
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We are thankful for the financial support helping cover event-day costs and strengthen the impact of Reason to Ride for Helen’s House.
Lotane & Associates
Thank you to Lotane & Associates for financially supporting the 2026 Reason to Ride and helping make the event possible.
Visit Lotane & AssociatesGiveaway & Raffle Partners
These businesses and organizations are making Reason to Ride even more special through participant giveaways, gift cards, services, and raffle prizes.
Wings of Grace Ministries
Wings of Grace Ministries has generously donated one of the biggest raffle prizes of this year’s Reason to Ride. One raffle winner will take to the skies with up to two guests for a 30-minute helicopter ride departing from Melbourne Airport.
We are grateful for Wings of Grace and the work they do through Christian mentorship, aviation training, housing, missions, and opportunities that help youth and young adults build skills, confidence, and purpose.
Papa Vito's Pizza Spot
Thank you to Papa Vito's for supporting Reason to Ride through a gift card donation for our event-day raffles.
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Sinclair Law
Thank you to Sinclair Law for supporting Reason to Ride by donating a special giveaway for every event participant.
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LongHorn Steakhouse Viera
Thank you to LongHorn Steakhouse Viera for supporting Reason to Ride through a gift card donation for our event-day raffles.
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Beef O'Brady's Melbourne
Thank you to Beef O'Brady's Melbourne for supporting Reason to Ride through a gift basket donation for our event-day raffles.
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OZ Prime Cuts
Thank you to OZ Prime Cuts for supporting Reason to Ride by donating a free haircut for our event-day raffle.
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Brevard Superbike
Thank you to Brevard Superbike for supporting Reason to Ride with a $50 gift card for our event-day raffle.
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