Thanks to All from Biker Sunday Amarillo!

Wow!  Our 9th year for the Toys for Tots Parade and Biker Sunday.

Hard Core Motorcycle Ministry and Christian Heritage Church have endeavored these past years to give back to the community, and not make this a fundraiser.  Admission and participation is free!  The only thing that might cost you is a toy for the U.S. Marine Corps‘ Toys for Tots.  And after 8 years, people still ask, “How much is a ticket for the give-away bike.”  I guess the concept of “free” is that there is always a catch; not here, you only need to sign up and be present to win!  We also give out barbecue sandwiches – again free – instead of charging for them.  It’s hard for some to grasp that concept!  We desire to give back to the community.  One of the ways we fund this is by selling advertisements on a t-shirt that is given away.

We would like to thank all that have helped make this a success over the last 8 years.

> Topping the list is the MARINES for allowing us to be a part of something so great in helping children in our area at Christmas time.  What a pleasure it is to be a part of something so rewarding and satisfying.
> We also thank all of our sponsors who placed ads on our shirts and/or gave door prizes.
> Christian Heritage Church for being a church that is open to the ministry that reaches out to the hurting.  We are not a biker church, but we do accept bikers, and others the world overlooks.  Some of us that ride have a patch that reads “THESE ARE MY CHURCH CLOTHES” and they are; dress is not a major point at our church.  We believe that you can come as you are and feel welcome.
> Hard Core Motorcycle Ministry for the hard work of its members, hosting and planning this event; and for those others on the committee that also help in making this a success.  Thanks to the Biker Sunday committee for giving of their time and resources to help make the Toys for Tots Parade and Biker Sunday overwhelming awesome!
> High Expectation Motor Works and Bo and Debbie Pearson for their hard work building the bike we give away.  Bo is a master when it comes to working and building a Harley-Davidson.  He has been working on them for many years and can pretty much tell you what is wrong simply by listening to it.  Bo and Debbie have joined our vision in reaching out and ministering to those who are hurting or have been hurt in life.
> Gratitude to KAR 95.7 and ROCK 108 radio stations for getting the word out and helping with drawing names of those to have a chance at winning the free motorcycle.
> We welcome a new sponsor this year, Amarillo’s NEWS CHANNEL 10, whose work helped us notify the city and area on television.
> American Classifieds for putting the word out on paper.
> Tyson Fresh Meat for helping furnish brisket.
> Fred Lerch, who for years has cooked the BBQ so many enjoy on Biker Sunday.  Its obvious that Fred takes pride in making sure it is the best possible.  Fred is a supporter of Hard Core Motorcycle Ministry and has also joined efforts with us in reaching out to the hurting.
> Ashmore Inn who came forward to be the event’s host hotel; for their hospitality in making sure that out-of-town bikers have a pleasant experience.  They’ve also increased security at the hotel at night to make sure that the bikes are safe, giving a designated place for parking bikes, and offering means to wash bikes on their parking lot.
> Ben E Keith for helping with supplies and condiments for the sandwiches given away on Biker Sunday.
> Bikers Alley, and Gene Miller, who has assisted in the making of a successful event.
> Thanks to D and L Plastics, who ordered our shirts and made the printing screens for them.
> Connie Johnson and her crew for taking care of the in-house screen printing of our shirts.
> Southern Cycle for the contribution of the tire given to the winner of the “Burnout Pit.”
> Brasher Trophy who has supplied the plaques for winners of the bike games and biker show.
> Derek Epperson for designing the t-shirt and the website layout.
> The Rockin’ Plowboys who fill the air with great music.
> Completely Twisted Riders for their entertainment of stunt riding.> Amarillo Police Department and Amarillo Emergency Services for planning and escorting the Toys for Tots parade, making it safe and successful.
> Xotic Cycles / Big Dog for putting up another motorcycle to raffle, which helps to sponsor Biker Sunday and another outreach to kids, Free Camp!
> If we’ve failed to recognize anyone, please know that it is not intentional and accept our sincerest apologies.

And we know that the Toys for Tots Parade and Biker Sunday can’t be a success without those that participate and for the generous giving of toys to the Marines to be distributed at Christmas.  It is such a joy to go out with the Marines on Christmas Eve, delivering toys to children and see their faces filled with surprise and delight!  Everyone that has been involved over that past 8 years and those that will join with us in the years to come, has helped the Toys for Tots Parade and Biker Sunday event to become one of the largest events in Amarillo, Texas.  We have people who come in from many different states, ranging from North Carolina, Mississippi, Oklahoma, California, New Mexico, and many more.

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