www.mansionride.com

Mansion Ride for Autism 7

on Nassau County's Gold Coast ...Choose 16, 40 or 62 miles

Sunday, June 8, 2008

With all New Mansions

Now in partnership with Nassau County Parks & Recreation Department

Castle from above

THE BEST RIDE...CHECK OUT OUR RIDER COMMENTS

Pay just $35 to Ride or Choose to Fundraise;

TOP FUNDRAISER WINS a stay at the world famous Mansion, the former home of GIANNI VERSACE, in South Beach, Florida.

Truly a Once in a Lifetime experience!

	Since the all-volunteer Mansion Ride began in 2002, it has served as a platform to unite hundreds of riders.
	Collectively, we have raised AUTISM awareness and over $300,000 (net)! That's not including our donated products.
	100% of those funds are donated to the education of Children with Autism. at Old Westbury Gardens

	In 2007 the CDC reported Autism affects 1 in every 150 births. 1 in 94 boys.
	Most children with autism are placed in institutions or group homes before reaching 13.
	Autism is the third most common developmental disorder.
	It is more common than childhood cancer, and Down Syndrome and yet it receives less than 5% of the funding.

Why the Mansion Ride?

	The Mansion Ride explores Incredible Waterfront Mansions on Nassau County's Gold Coast.
	Each beautiful challenging mile represents the plight of autism and the daily battle faced by children and families .
	We are building Autism Awareness!
	NEW MANSIONS. NEW ROUTES, 16, 40 and 62. Each route has great Mansions, some new to the Mansion Ride.
	We have perfectly spaced, well stocked rest areas with cold Power drinks and snacks
	Easy to get to with FREE parking and super CONVENIENT to Syosset LIRR train line
	Begin and End at the same great location for added convenience
	Lots of Food focused on cyclists needs & requests
	Easy to Read Road Markings and Cue Sheets
	Incredible Support and Gear vehicles along with traffic monitors, and help from our local police and fire depts.
	Super Road Marshals & Awesome Volunteers
	Meet some of the kids you are helping with your donation
	100% of your registration fee is donated to the Ascent School for Children with Autism
	Top fundraiser will win a night at a REAL MANSION, GIANNI VERSACE'S MANSION, South Beach, Florida. WOW!!!

What Mansion Riders have helped achieve through the Ascent Children...Julia is in her own school district learning with her peers. Jake is potty trained. Max can read and write. Conor started job training at a restaurant. Aaron can do math and in 2005 transitioned into a full day regular district program. Connor is playing sports with his brothers. Megan is dressing herself. Robert can shower on his own and is in his regular school district. Armando is speaking in sentences, danced at the Hope on the Horizon dance, and in 2006 was a featured artist at a NY gallery. Sarah started 2nd grade in her regular school district. Abby is making eye contact, and what better salute to Mansion Riders than this: Dan can ride his bike.