Event Details
Location
Palm Springs - Coachella Valley, California
Date and time
March 23, 2026 09:00 AM
Thank you to all our supporters
$500
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Clay Nesbitt
Mar 17, 2026
$350
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Paul Jensen
Mar 17, 2026
$250
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Anonymous
Mar 19, 2026
$250
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Robert And Garry Hill Post
Mar 18, 2026
Hi Gene! We're looking forward to seeing you in Palm Springs and happy to support your fundraising ride again.
$150
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Matt Kelly
Mar 18, 2026
$100
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Candyce Griswold
Mar 18, 2026
Be strong and ride carefully...'looking forward to seeing you in Palm Springs
$100
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Marita And David
Mar 18, 2026
You go Gene! What a lovely tribute to Art.
$100
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Erin Kane
Mar 18, 2026
Go, Gene, go! You are an inspiration!
$100
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Susan Girimonte
Mar 18, 2026
$100
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Joey And Sarah Centeno
Mar 18, 2026
You are an inspiration, Gene!
$100
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Gene Girimonte
Mar 13, 2026
$100
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Ken Toren
Mar 17, 2026
Ride on Gene!
$100
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Gene And Nicki Centeno
Mar 17, 2026
See you in Palm Springs!
$100
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Bart & Nancy Westcott
Mar 17, 2026
Thanks for all you do, Gene!
$75
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Stephen Litzenberger
Mar 17, 2026
In honor of my dear cousin Jackie and to her dedicated, amazing family, who are lovingly taking care of her
$50
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Sophie Zhuang
Mar 17, 2026
What an incredible journey, Gene. Cheering you on every mile!
$50
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Autumn & Joe
Mar 18, 2026
We love you Gene!
$50
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Dennis Elder
Mar 17, 2026
Way to go !!!
$50
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Barbara & Greg Myers
Mar 18, 2026
Good luck! ❤️
$50
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Terry Allread
Mar 18, 2026
Have a great ride!
$50
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Sarah Jensen
Mar 18, 2026
You’re awesome! Keep on rolling! Look forward to seeing the journey! xxx Sarah
$50
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Shelley Dombroski
Mar 18, 2026
In Support of Gene!
$50
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Fred Chamberlain
Mar 17, 2026
Work that bike Gene! Have fun and be cafeful.
$35
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Henry Bell
Mar 17, 2026
$35
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Anonymous
Mar 18, 2026
$35
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Diane Breithaupt
Mar 17, 2026
Hope you have a great time!
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My 2026 Cycling Trip
Tuesday 17th Mar
For the past six years, I have chosen a new destination for my annual cycling trip in support of the Alzheimer’s Association. What was once known as The Longest Day has now been rebranded as Do What You Love to End ALZ (DWYL)—an initiative that allows participants to take action year-round, rather than only on the summer solstice.
For 2026, I will be cycling solo for three days—March 23 through March 25—through Palm Springs and the greater Coachella Valley in the California desert. Each year, I select my destination based on three personal criteria: relatively flat terrain, a reasonable driving distance from home so I can transport my bike, and access to established bike paths or lanes for long-distance riding. The Coachella Valley meets all three, with its CV Link network of bike routes. I’m looking forward to exploring new landscapes while continuing to raise awareness about dementia research, advocacy, care, and support—the core pillars of the Alzheimer’s Association.
My commitment to this cause is deeply personal. I experienced firsthand the challenges of caring for a loved one with dementia. When my late husband, Art, was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease and vascular dementia, we were unprepared for the uncertainty and fear that followed. It wasn’t until we connected with our local Alzheimer’s Association that we found the compassionate guidance and support we so desperately needed.
Since then, I have dedicated myself to helping others navigate this difficult journey. As a volunteer Community Educator and Board member for the Northern California–Northern Nevada Chapter, I have delivered 192 educational programs—both in person and virtually—reaching 4,764 individuals across a wide range of communities.
Today, there is real reason for hope. We have entered a new era in Alzheimer’s treatment. In recent years, two medications—Leqembi® (Lecanemab) and Kisunla® (Donanemab)—have emerged from successful long-term clinical trials. These treatments, designed for individuals in the earliest stages of the disease, can slow its progression. While they are not cures, they represent meaningful breakthroughs. With many more therapies in development, we can be optimistic about the future.
Whether you have supported this effort for years or are considering it for the first time, please know how deeply grateful I am—and how much your support means to the individuals and families served by the Alzheimer’s Association. Together, we are moving closer to a world without Alzheimer’s and all other dementia.
Thank you for being part of this journey.
Gene 
