This summer, I'm taking part in Bike4Chai, a challenging cycling event benefiting the children and families of Chai Lifeline. I'm riding in memory of my mom, Stefanie Banilivi. Every mile I ride and every dollar I raise will help support critical programs and services for more than 6,000 families impacted by illness, crisis, and loss. These services include counseling and case management, meals delivered to hospitals and homes, transportation to medical appointments, emergency financial assistance, insurance advocacy, i-Shine afterschool programming, Big Brothers/Sisters, crisis and trauma intervention, and Chai Lifeline's flagship medically-supervised summer programs, Camp Simcha, Camp Simcha Special, and Camp Simcha Without Borders.

     My goal is to raise $10,000 in her name, and I hope I can count on you to help me reach it. All donations are 100% tax-deductible.

     Life for a child with cancer, disability, or other serious illness is grueling. From the moment of diagnosis, Chai Lifeline's dedicated staff and volunteers are there to provide joy, hope, and unparalleled care throughout the turbulent medical journey.

On behalf of the children and families of Chai Lifeline, thank you for your support.

Joe Banilivi