The Ride for Mental Health is an event with a cause that I am a big believer in. Mental Health effects everyone in some way and the knowledge needed to make improvements is growing. There is still a lot to do. As a teacher and a parent, I know so many people who are coping with both minor and major mental health issues.
Personally I developed a friendship with Mac Dorris, The Ride for Mental Health founder, through our common interest in cars. I remember how sad it was when the Dorris's lost Eric, just when we hoped that Eric was on the road to better health. Then I got involved with The Ride the very first year and have been helping make this event the best it can be every year sense.
Over the years, folks donating via my requests have been very generous and we've raised significant amounts of money. I'm very thankful for everyone who has stepped up over the years.
The Ride for Mental Health 2023
The Ride for Mental Health is one of the first rides in the country to benefit mental health. The proceeds raised will be donated to McLean Hospital, a Harvard Medical School affiliate, for the education, research, and treatment of mental illness including anxiety, borderline personality disorder, depression, eating disorders and substance abuse. Our mission is to raise funds for McLean so that we can help accelerate the progress being made to help others who suffer from mental illness.
We also hope to end the stigma surrounding mental illness through education and awareness. The promotion of this ride is a start. Many if not most of us are touched by close friends and relatives who have suffered from one type or another of mental illness.
MATCHING GIFTS:
Many employers will match your gift to the Ride. Please check with your company.
Checks should be made payable to Eric’s Ride Inc. and mailed to:
Mac Dorris
537 1st Street
Brooklyn, NY 11215
Eric's Ride Inc. is a New York not for profit corporation with 501(c)(3) status. 100% of rider pledges will be donated to McLean Hospital, a Harvard Medical School affiliate.