Maryland Endurance Challenge to benefit SHIP

With the start and finish held at Mount Saint Mary’s University in Emmitsburg, this event attracts cycling enthusiasts from across the county. Featuring ride lengths of 12, 6, or 3 hour rides, this event drew over 100 bike riders in its inaugural year. Endorsed by the UltraMarathon Cycling Association, the Maryland Endurance Challenge was included in World Cup of Ultra Cycling 12-hour and 6-Hour Series.

Our Mission

SHIP provides urgent services and resources to the hundreds of Frederick County Public School (MD) students experiencing homelessness each year.

Poverty and homelessness are pervasive within our schools, with these children significantly impacted across every dimension their lives. These children can be found in every city, hamlet and village within Frederick County, and within the vast majority of schools within our school system. This issue cuts across grades and all ethnic lines. And sadly, the numbers continue to grow each year.