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FNC and the Rodman Ride for Kids

Join Team FNC to help every family thrive.

Family Nurturing Center of Massachusetts has partnered with Rodman for Kids for more than 20 years in ajoyful cycling event that brings communities together for a day of celebration and challenge to raise funds for child-focused nonprofits throughout Massachusetts.

The 36th Annual Rodman Ride for Kids is on May 16, 2026, in Foxboro, MA. You can register to ride 25 or 50 miles, set a fundraising goal of $2,000 or more, and join hundreds of riders in this exciting rain-or-shine event that culminates with food, music, and tons of appreciation!

Whatever your passion, you can use it to support families.

Not a cyclist? Not a problem! Become a ViP (Virtual Participant) and create your own challenge! Walk, swim, juggle, bake, knit, sing, or whatever your heart desires to meet your goal for FNC (suggested minimum for ViPs: $500).  

Join as an individual—or as a TEAM!

Whether you raise funds by cycling on Ride Day, walking 50 miles in the month of May, or swimming 100 laps on a Saturday, consider doing it with a group! 

Assemble a team—from your job, school, church, temple, or workout group—and set an ambitious goal for everyone to work toward together. Your combined efforts will have extra impact and be great fun! Not sure how to get started? We’ve got ideas and tips! 

We're here to support YOU, as you support FNC.

Through your own personalized fundraising page, sample letters and social media posts, and plenty of behind-the-scenes cheerleading, we are here to help you meet your fundraising goals.

100% of the funds you raise goes toward FNC’s work  building strong families and nurturing communities. 

Questions? Need more information to get started? Contact Valerie Bean, Director of Development, at 857-220-2613 or vbean@familynurturing.org.

More Ways to Join the Fun...

  • Host a fundraising event with friends, at your home or a favorite gathering spot. (We’ve seen CrossFit Challenges, Community Rides, and more!)
  • Get the rest of the family involved on Ride Day through theMini-Ride for Kids ($100 fundraising goal) or the Tiny Obstacle Coursefor the youngest participants!  

About Rodman for Kids

Rodman for Kids provides space and programs for collaboration, networking, professional development, and best practices to youth-focused charities of all sizes—from passion projects in the incubation stage to established community youth organizations to hospital pediatric units. Since its inception in 1991, the Rodman Ride for Kids has raised over $150 million for a diverse group of youth-focused organizations. Serving as a convening & fundraising platform, Rodman for Kids provides its Charity Partners with an expense-free event where they keep 100% of the funds they raise.