Rally for Vita 2015

 September 13^th 2015 marks the 5^th annual Rally for Vita – a fundraiser supporting Vita Community Living Services. This years efforts are going to raise funds to equip a training kitchen at Vita CLS. The training centre provides adults with developmental disabilities and mental illness with practical skills that lead to independent living or greater independence in everyday life. For members that have the opportunity to learn in the kitchen, Vita’s goal is to help them find employment within the hospitality sector.The Rally first began with a group of motorcycle enthusiasts. The idea sparked when the past board chair and past board member learned about a newly designed vehicle that allowed a wheelchair user to sit at the front of the vehicle. Obtaining the funds for the vehicle became Vita’s first project of the Rally, which was made possible through the generous donations of both sponsors and riders.The event attracts roughly 80 participants every year however Rally for Vita volunteers are ready and hopeful for increased participation. All riders are welcome to participant in the Rally however if you don’t own a motorcycle but would like to get involved you can do so through donations or volunteering – information can be found HERE.As an official sponsor this year, The Shepherd Group is looking forward to seeing some familiar faces in the crowd and raising money together for an incredible cause!