Information about The “Cruise”
The “Cruise” 2010 will be held Sunday, July 25th. This will be a special 10 year anniversary of The “Cruise” and many special things will be happening to celebrate. Come and be a part.
The “Cruise is a benefit ride for the Ronald McDonald House.
HISTORY OF The "Cruise”
In 2000, 35 riders, in a unofficial ride, raised $200 and brought teddy bears to Rochester’s Ronald McDonald House.
In 2001, 320 riders and raised over $13,700 (First official year of this event)
In 2002, 531 riders raised over $35, 600
In 2003, 657 riders raised over $46,400
In 2004, 843 riders raised over $63,400
In 2005, 870 riders raised over $72,400
In 2006, 1,015 riders raised over $78,100
In 2007, 1,137 riders raised over $89,000
In 2008, 1,200 riders raised over $104,000
In 2009, 1,282 riders raised over $123,874
A record 1,200 riders gathered on a sunny Sunday morning to ride for the kids.
The ride through SE Minnesota is the largest single fundraising event for the Ronald McDonald House.
The “Cruise” concluded with the annual awe-inspiring ceremonial parade down 2nd St SW to the Ronald McDonald House where event organizers presented Ronald McDonald House guest families with a check for over $104,000 an event all-time record!
Special thanks to our major sponsors, Chateau Theatres, City Looks Salon & Spa, Rochester Harley-Davidson and Sterling State Bank, Treasure Island & Casino, and Wolter & Raak Ltd. for their generous support.