Get ready to ride for a cause! On Friday, Sept. 12, 2025, McMahon Ryan Child Advocacy Center invites you to participate in Gear Up 4 Kids, a bike-a-thon from our Center on East Genesee Street to the Jordan Elbridge Central School District: JE Elementary School, JE Middle School and JE High School. The majority of the ride will take place on the Empire State Trail.

Whether you’re an experienced cyclist or new to riding, this event offers a meaningful way to make a difference. Participants will ride in small groups led by experienced cyclists, with safety training available for those who need it.

More than just a ride, Gear Up 4 Kids is a crowdfunding effort, empowering you to raise funds to support the fight against child abuse in our community. All funds raised will benefit McMahon Ryan Child Advocacy Center in the fight against child abuse in Onondaga County. The Center provided a path to healing for 1,811 children in the past year who experienced abuse. Riders are encouraged to fundraise for this event, but it is not a requirement!

We will have multiple options for this ride to choose from:

Ride A: Total 50 miles / From the MRCAC, on the Empire State Trail to Jordan Elbridge schools and return .

Ride B: Total 25 Miles / From MRCAC to JE Schools. (Make your own arrangements to be dropped off and or picked up.)

Ride C: Total 25 Miles / From JE Schools to MRCAC. (Make your own arrangements to be dropped off and or picked up.)

Ride D: Total 7 miles / Ride the three JE Schools (Make your own arrangements to be dropped off and or picked up.)

Ready to ride for a reason? Sign up now and start fundraising!

If you are registering – please allow for up to 24hrs before your fundraising page is live and active on the site, ready to accept donations. You will receive an email from us with your customized fundraising link/materials once you are signed up! Again – Riders are encouraged to fundraise for this event, but it is not a requirement!