The Kansas Chapter 34A of the Americas Guardians Motorcycle Club (AGMC) 3rd annual Rebob Legacy Ride on Saturday, June 10th had approximately 50 motorcyclists and vehicles participate in the ride. The event was held to honor the memory of the club's former Vice President Bob Bartholic (road nameRebob) and raised funds for the nonprofit Ronald McDonald House Charities of Northeast Kansas (RMHC).
"Rebob died in a motorcycle accident on June 13, 2020" said Jerry Hoeffner (the current Vice-President). Each year AGMC KS 34A chapter selects a charity to receive the annual poker run proceeds. This year they chose the Ronald McDonald House because Rebob's family stayed there when his granddaughter had heart surgery, and also because the organization supports Soldiers and their Families while their children are receiving lifesaving medical in a nearby hospital.
Funds were raised through donations of riders, a silent auction, and sponsorships from local businesses, including The Spot and Dining Car in Herington, RnR Construction and Remodeling in Riley, and Briggs Auto Group in Manhattan.
Other AGMC Chapters completed similar rides and sent their event proceeds to them, stated Jerry Hoeffner. KS34A presented Topeka's Ronald McDonald House a check for $4,020, which will support 160 nights stay for one or more families.
The AGMC is a public safety organization. Members of Kansas Chapter 34A include Retired Military, Veterans and First Responders.