A Great Day for Rally at Arrington Vineyards

Posted on 06/17/2012 by rallyaroundtheworld

About 50 family, friends & co-workers joined us at Arrington Vineyards on a beautiful Saturday afternoon to celebrate Rally Around the World with a red, white & blue-themed fundraiser for Rally Foundation.

Shannon did an awesome job arranging all the details including balloons, table cloths with flowered center-pieces, Arrington wines, appetizers, drinks for the kids, hula hoops, bubbles, and a silent auction – the attention to detail was incredible! The kids played, while their folks enjoyed wine tasting, food, drink and just a nice relaxing afternoon.

Silent auction items included a Kix Brooks autographed bottle of Arrington Vineyard wine, a gift card from Textured Salon, a humidor & cigars from Cigar Station, earrings by Fabrik and Mad Mac’s coffee gift packages.

If you would like to make a donation to give all kids diagnosed with cancer a better chance at living the full life they deserve, please visit Rally Foundation & Rally Around the World or Text “RALLY” to 85944 to give $10 to WIN the fight against childhood cancer. Send this message to 10 of your friends…Be a RALLY 10 to WIN!

UPS Foundation Supports Rally!

Posted on 06/08/2012 by rallyaroundtheworld

UPS and UPS Foundation makes a generous donation supporting Rally Around the World and Rally Foundation – together we are making a difference in the lives of children with cancer!

One of the great opportunities presented by globalization is the spread of corporate citizenship around the world.

The UPS Foundation is responsible for facilitating community involvement to local, national, and global communities. Since launching its global philanthropy program in 2004, The UPS Foundation has invested more than $49 million in charitable activities beyond the borders of the United States.

In 2010, that impact can be measured by over $46 million in global philanthropy and more than 1.2 million employee volunteer hours.

Throughout its history, The UPS Foundation evolved to meet the changing needs of communities, addressing a variety of issues – from an early focus on health care and education to more recent giving in hunger, literacy, and volunteerism. Today, this unique approach to philanthropy impacts communities around the world and supports the committed engagement of over 400,000 UPS employees.

Join Us at Arrington Vineyards Saturday, June 16th

Posted on 06/06/2012 by rallyaroundtheworld

Please join Shanon & Brad as they celebrate Brad’s 20th anniversary of being cancer-free and he prepares for an around-the-world motorcycle ride supporting Rally Foundation & Childhood Cancer Research at Arrington Vineyards on Saturday, June 16th from 12 – 3pm.

The struggles these children endure reach far beyond the personal challenges Brad will face on his 14,000 mile ride…we can all help in this fight to cure childhood cancer.

Be a part of making a difference in the lives of kids…bring your entire family & friends and join us for some wine tasting, hors d’oeuvres, face painting, hula hoops and some fun. Don’t forget your chairs and blankets as we enjoy some beautiful Tennessee countryside. Your donations are welcomed…help us win the fight against childhood cancer!

Welch Allyn Supports Kids Fighting Cancer

Posted on 06/05/2012 by rallyaroundtheworld

Welch Allyn specializes in helping doctors, nurses, and other healthcare providers across the globe provide the best patient care by developing innovative products, breakthrough technologies, and cutting-edge solutions that help them see more patients, detect more conditions, and improve more lives. They have been a leader in the healthcare industry since their humble start in 1915; they set medical industry standards in the 1920’s, they were the first to use fiber optics in medical instruments in the 1960’s, and their innovation continues in the 21st century.

Thank you John Keady for your personal support of Rally Around the World and Rally Foundation – please thank all the folks at Welch Allyn!

2012 Humanitarian of the Year Award

Posted on 06/05/2012 by rallyaroundtheworld

Brad Thompson accepting the 2012 Humanitarian of the Year Award from National Distribution & Contracting, Inc. (NDC) for his fundraising efforts supporting Rally Foundation. Mark Seitz, NDC President & CEO, presented the award at NDC’s International Exhibition in Nashville, TN. The award ceremony was held Monday, May 21 at the Schermerhorn Symphony Center as part of NDC’s General Session & Keynote Address with several hundred healthcare vendors and distributors in attendance.

Midmark Corporation Supports Kids with Cancer

Posted on 05/31/2012 by rallyaroundtheworld

Thank you Dick Moorman for your personal commitment to support Rally Foundation at Midmark!…Mustang Sally rides in again I say. Sorry you missed the Natchez ride this year, but hope to put something together next year to make up for your missed miles.

Midmark Corp. is a worldwide manufacturer and distributor of healthcare, diagnostic, and software products for medical, veterinary, and dental markets.

Midmark has a corporate culture like no other in the markets they serve.
As they continue to grow with each year and throughout each generation,
they will remain committed to their customers, our teammates, their community
and to efficient patient care.

Nashville-Natchez Trace Rally – Day 4

Posted on 05/27/2012 by rallyaroundtheworld

Tupelo MS to Nashville TN (200 miles)

Picture is of the storm devastation from a tornado that ripped across the Trace in April 2011.

Riders: Alan & Ross Grogan, Dave Rose, Kent Nagel (Metro Medical), Brad and SAG Man Tyeler.

Pulled out of Tupelo at 6:45am to beat some of the heat forecasted to reach the mid-90’s and to allow Alan & Ross adequate time from their trip back to Lexington, KY…they had a 420 mile ride for the day ahead of them.

The cool, morning air was refreshing…a biker’s dream and we made great time. Kent Nagel with Metro Medical rented a Harley Ultra Glide and also joined us for the final leg of the Rally…believe he may be sold on the bike!

At Hwy 412 on the Trace we said are farewell’s to Alan and Ross and Dave, Kent & I headed for home in Spring Hill and a late breakfast – early lunch at Hardwood Grill in Thompson Station.

A special thanks to Alan Grogan for organizing this event to raise money for Rally Foundation and getting a few of us working in US healthcare together…a terrific trip!

Nashville-Natchez Trace Rally – Day 3

Posted on 05/26/2012 by rallyaroundtheworld

Natchez MS to Tupelo MS (290 miles)

Departed Natchez MS just after 9am…needed to air up tires and Dave’s Harley was quite low – his fuel range the day before was down to about 150 miles..he was able to significantly increase his mileage today.

Hot, sunny and dry day with temperatures in the low 90’s.

Lunch stop at the French Camp just off the Trace…the BLT was awesome with a side of broccoli salad…dessert was a crazy-good mudslide with ice cream.

Kent Nagel rode in from Nashville to ride back with the group to Nashville on Saturday…dinner at Vanelli’s was terrific with pizza, Greek salad and drinks.

Nashville-Natchez Trace Rally – Day 2

Posted on 05/25/2012 by rallyaroundtheworld

Tupelo, MS to Natchez, MS (275 miles)

Left Tupelo, MS heading south to Natchez, MS about 8:30am with Chuck Miller and Tom & Debbie Sternfels heading back to the north on treks home. The rest of us stopped by the Elvis Presley Museum…the grounds continue to improve with building expansions – a quick tribute to a rock n roll pioneer.

Sunny, breezy and in the low 90’s…made good time on the Trace getting to Natchez around 5pm. Everyone got cleaned up and crossed the MS River for a terrific dinner at Magnolia Grill…great fried tomatoes & shrimp n grits.

Nashville-Natchez Rally

Posted on 05/24/2012 by rallyaroundtheworld

A terrific day to ride the Natchez Trace from Nashville to Tupelo, MS….ten of us left Loveless Cafe at noon working our way south along the Trace all for Rally Foundation.

From L to R – Phil Childrey (ZOLL Medical), Brad (NDC), Alan Grogan (Grogan’s Healthcare Supply), Ross Grogan (Grogan’s Healthcare Supply), Dave Rose (NDC), Tom Sternfels (Medical Supply Corp), Debbie Sternfels, Jeanette Lachapelle, Christian Lachapelle (Ontario Medical Supply Limited) and Chuck Miller (NDC).

Had a mix of bikes including a couple of Harleys, a Honda, a Suzuki and a few BMWs. Weather was spectacular with highs in the upper 70’s and clear…finished up with dinner at the Blue Canoe.
Plan to meet in the morning at 7:30 for breakfast to plan the leg to Natchez.

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