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Ride to Remember: $25 Million Raised for CPD
8 Jun
Summary
- Annual motorcycle ride supports families of fallen officers.
- Foundation has raised nearly $25 million for families.
- Event honors over 600 Chicago police officers lost.
Hundreds of motorcyclists participated in the annual Chicago Police Memorial Foundation Ride to Remember, a cherished tradition that supports families of fallen and catastrophically injured officers. The event, which began with riders departing from the United Center, concluded with a ceremony and wreath-laying at Soldier Field.
This ride is a vital part of the foundation's ongoing mission to assist CPD's Gold Star families. Since its establishment, the Chicago Police Memorial Foundation has successfully raised close to $25 million to aid these families in their time of need.
The foundation aims to fill the void left in the hearts of families who have lost loved ones or have experienced severe injuries. Sandra Wortham, president of the executive board and a Gold Star family member herself, highlighted the personal significance of the event, honoring her brother and all officers who have served and protected the city.
