The Pacesetter Celebration, now in its sixth year, is an annual fundraising event to support the work of Gearing Up, a non-profit organization that leads group bike rides with women in transition from addiction and/or incarceration throughout Philadelphia. Women riding with Gearing Up learn the skills to safely ride a bicycle for exercise, transportation, and fun, enhancing their confidence, independence, and physical, emotional, and social health.

The event is open to the public and all are welcome to join Gearing Up for an evening of light fare, locally donated beer, wine, and cider, a silent and live auction, live music, and community.

Ticket Prices: General Admission ($75); Group Packages ($250-$1500, depending on the size of group)

How to Purchase Tickets: https://gearingup.ticketleap.com/pacesetter2016/

Contact Info for Sponsors and Donors: Amy Spellman, Development Director, Amy@Gearing-Up.org

Gearing Up provides women in transition from abuse, addiction, and/or incarceration with the skills, equipment, and guidance to safely ride a bicycle for exercise, transportation, and personal growth. The term “women in transition” refers to women who have been formerly incarcerated, have histories of abuse and trauma as kids and/or as adults, have used drugs and/or alcohol as a way to cope with painful experiences and are learning how to live a crime-free sober life with purpose and meaning.  While in transition, bicycling offers a mode of transportation, opportunities for social connectedness and employment, as well as countless psychological and physical health benefits. A primary goal of Gearing Up is to provide women with regular coaching, mentoring, and support to make healthy lifestyle changes, promote personal growth, and use biking for transportation.

Gearing Up website: www.gearing-up.org