Imagine the wind in your hair, the sun on your face, and every single pedal stroke making a tangible difference.

Imagine the wind in your hair, the sun on your face, and every single pedal stroke making a tangible difference.

On Sunday, September 27th, 2026, we invite you to join us in the scenic beauty of Barnegat Light for an unforgettable day of cycling, camaraderie, and compassion: the 10th Annual Cycle4Awareness Charity Ride. Whether you are a seasoned cyclist or just looking for a meaningful way to spend your Sunday morning, this ride promises community spirit and the chance to support a cause that truly matters.

This milestone year is deeply meaningful to us. Over the past decade, our riders, sponsors, and volunteers have helped transform communities. This inspiring event honors the vision and legacy of our late founder, Michael Mirabella, who courageously battled Non-Hodgkin's Burkitt's Lymphoma before his passing on December 2, 2014. More than a decade later, his beautiful mission continues through every mile we ride and every dollar we raise.

To celebrate a decade of giving back, Cycle4Awareness is thrilled to announce that the beneficiary of our 10th Annual Charity Ride will be Waves of Strength!

Waves of Strength brings hope, encouragement, and strength to individuals and families facing extraordinary challenges. They perfectly embody the resilience, courage, and community spirit that this ride has always represented. Together, we can turn every mile into hope, every pedal stroke into support, and every donation into a wave of strength for individuals with autism and special needs.

Very simply put, the idea for this registered 501 (c)(3), nonprofit organization came from a lifelong local surfer who wanted to harness the healing power of the ocean and share it with all local Long Beach Island and surround area children who may be battling a disease, living with a disability or experiencing an unfortunate circumstance that would otherwise prevent them from being able to partake in a conventional surf experience.

Waves of Strength truly believes in the healing power of the ocean, in the concept of surf therapy and its positive effects on cognitive and physical development, self-confidence and personal growth, as well as stress relief and socio-emotional well being for our younger generations.

We believe that regardless of the situation a child may be in, salt water has the power to heal. The sensational wonder of riding a wave, spending a day at the beach and soaking up the sun has the power to make the troubles in one's life seem a little bit easier to tackle after a surf session in the ocean. Whether it be by commissioning a special needs surf board, overcoming a fear or seemingly impossible circumstance, our volunteers would like to make sure every child can have a go at riding a wave in their own way. This transformative and inspiring experience is the gift we would like to donate back to the Long Beach Island community children who may need special assistance in pursuing their dream of surfing.

We will gather at 8:00 AM at the Barnegat Lighthouse, ready to roll and raise awareness together.

The clock is ticking—don’t miss your chance to be part of something bigger than ourselves. Lace up your shoes, grab your helmet, and let's pedal for change! Stay tuned for registration and further event details, and thank you from the bottom of our hearts for being part of the Cycle4Awareness family.

Here’s to making our 10th year our most impactful yet.

With deep gratitude,

Terry & Cathy Moeller

Cycle4Awareness Committee

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