We’re hosting a Volunteer Appreciation Lunch on Saturday, October 25, 12:00–2:00 PM at Revolution Church (Lakeland, FL). If you helped with Ride Out of the Darkness™ in any way—planning, ride line, vendors, media, boots-on-the-ground—you’re invited. Come eat, exhale, celebrate wins, give feedback, and help shape the 2026 vision. RSVP so we plan food.
What: Volunteer Appreciation Lunch
When: Saturday, October 25 • 12:00–2:00 PM
Where: Revolution Church, Lakeland, FL
Address: 7315 Kathleen Rd, Lakeland, FL 33810
Who: All volunteers, captains, sponsors’ teams, and families who pitched in this year
Why this matters:
We’re five years in because of YOU. You showed up early, stayed late, solved problems, and kept people safe and inspired. This lunch is our chance to say thank you, honor standout moments, and be honest about what worked—and what needs to level up.
What to expect (real talk + good food):
Hot lunch + treats
Shout-outs & thank-yous
Rapid Recap: What went amazing / what we fix for next year
Open Floor Feedback: 15-minute lightning round—tell it like it is
Year-Round Crew: Form our standing committee (vendors, volunteers, sponsors, social, logistics, Travel Train, merch, car/jeep/bike showcases, email team, entertainment)
Save-the-Dates: Upcoming rides, partner events, and next year’s rally timeline
Come as you are:
Casual dress. We’ll keep it tight and on time.
Bring:
Your ideas, your honest feedback, and one improvement you want to own next year
Any photos/video you captured that we can archive
Optional: a guest who wants to plug into the mission in 2026
RSVP:
Please RSVP by Tuesday, Oct 21 with your name and # attending. (If you can’t attend, reply with your top 3 feedback points—we’ll include them in the recap.)
Parking & Arrival:
Free parking onsite. Look for our signs at the main entrance. Check in at the Love Surrounds You™ table.
Questions?
Email
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