As dawn broke on a Saturday morning, the first annual Motorcycle Ride to End Child Sex Slavery commenced with the roar of Engines and the chatter of new friends. Convening at Cornerstone Church in Chandler, over 50 riders showed up to support the BRANDED/Streetlight cause, through raising awareness and donating funds. With people from all walks of life, the event was a great moment to bring together those passionate about Motorcycles, and ending the child sex slave trade in Phoenix.

The carefully routed trip took the group from south Chandler, out towards Sugauaro Lake, through Fountain Hills, and across to Cave Creek, with final destination in North Phoenix. Stops for coffee, donuts, raffles and good conversation were planned at Superstition Harley Davidson, the Horny Toad Saloon, and Northwest Honda.

One exciting story from the event was that of the Pastor of Phoenix Rescue Mission. One of his clients (a homeless man) attended a Church service that had promoted the BRANDED ride, picked up a promotional card, and handed it the pastor, saying “I know you’ve got a bike, you should do this”. That’s true-blue street marketing!

Thank you for all who participated in the Ride, to our generous sponsors who donated time, space, and apparel, and to our faithful volunteers who planned and orchestrated the event. It was an amazing example of how anyone with a passion to eradicate slavery from our City can do so with creative initiative!

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