Dear John,

Last fall, Ride Illinois supporters like you helped us achieve a major milestone: the hiring of our first full-time lobbyist. This investment has already led to the passage of several bike- and pedestrian-friendly bills—making streets safer and communities stronger. That’s the power of collective support.

This GivingTuesday, you can keep that momentum going by becoming a monthly donor to Ride Illinois. With a recurring gift, you’ll help us:

• Advocate year-round in Springfield for safer bike infrastructure and stronger protections for bicyclists.

• Expand bicycle education so more children and adults know how to ride safely and confidently.

• Empower communities across the state to create safer, more welcoming environments for biking and walking.

We are deeply grateful for our members, whose annual support makes everything we do possible. Monthly giving is a separate and additional way to provide steady, year-round support—helping us plan ahead, respond quickly, and keep building momentum for safer biking in Illinois.

When you join as a monthly donor, you’re not just making a one-time impact - you’re fueling sustained progress. Month after month, your gift provides the reliable support needed to respond to challenges, seize new opportunities, and keep moving Illinois toward safer, better biking for everyone.

Imagine the difference: a donation of $15, $25, or $50 each month could mean increased impact across Illinois, more people choosing to bike, and stronger advocacy at the state and local levels.

Will you become a monthly donor to be a sustaining force behind Ride Illinois’ mission?

Make a Contribution Today!

Thank you so much for your support!

Your friends,

Dave, Savannah, Ben, Jessica, & Elizabeth