About the Tour de Goodwill
Just the Facts!
Need basic information about the Tour? Check out the frequently asked questions below to find the info that you've been looking for.
BELOW ARE THE BASIC REGISTRATION INFORMATION FOR THE 2010 TOUR. PLEASE NOTE THAT THE TOUR HAS BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL FALL 2010. THANKS!
How Do I Register for the Tour de Goodwill?
We prefer that you register online. And to encourage you to do so, Goodwill is covering the online registration processing fee. Click here to register online now. If you prefer paper, we will be mailing registration forms the first week of July. At that time, they will also be available in Shreveport-Bossier Bicycle Shops. Check out our Registration Page for more info.
How Much Does the Tour de Goodwill Cost?
Register by 11:59 PM on August 1, 2009 and the Tour will cost $25. This will also guarantee you a T-shirt and ride bag with lots of goodies. After August 1, you can register online or via mail for $35 until August 22. Registrations sent through the mail must be RECEIVED by Aug 21. You may also register at any of our pre-Tour events. Ride Day registration starts at 6:00 AM. If you register after August 1, you may still get a T-shirt, but we cannot guarantee it or the size. Please register early.
Where Does the Money Go?
Proceeds from the Tour de Goodwill help to fund job outreach and placement programs for people with disabilities and disadvantages. Every year, these programs, run through Goodwill Employment Solutions, help thousands of people in the top 26 parishes of North Louisiana to find employment, improve their lives, and become financially independent. Cyclists like you help people get and keep jobs!
You can change even more lives by fundraising online! Each Tour de Goodwill participant will receive a customizable webpage to help them raise even more money. Now your friends and family can join you in support of our community by making a tax-deductible donation with a click of the mouse.
Rather collect donations in person? Click here to download a form to help you keep track of your pledges.
Where Can I Stay in Shreveport?
Shreveport has numerous hotels to choose from to suit your individual needs. You can find additional hotel info at the Shreveport-Bossier Convention and Tourist Bureau website.
ALL CYCLISTS ARE REQUIRED TO WEAR HELMETS!
