Get Inspired by the Alpine Loop Gran Fondo

The incredible talents of videographer Scott Wooten and the Joe Foley Photography team came together to capture an amazing glimpse into the adventure of Jeremiah Bishop’s Alpine Loop Gran Fondo! The result is sure to inspire. BishopFoundation.org will continue to channel the inspiration of the Alpine Loop Gran Fondo – we hope you’ll join us!
2012 Supporters List Unveiled

The the BishopFoundation.org Supporters List gives recognition to individuals and organizations that support the charitable mission of Jeremiah Bishop’s Alpine Loop Gran Fondo. In association with the 2012 Alpine Loop Gran Fondo, thirteen riders signed on as Fundraising Participants; raising awareness and collecting contributions; and over 125 individuals, families and organizations made contributions in support of [...]
“Bike Capital” Party to Kick Off Gran Fondo Events, Celebrate Fundraising

Mark your calendars! Friday, September 14, 2012 5:30-9 p.m, BishopFoundation.org will host the 2012 Bike Capital Gala on the rooftop Taratsa at Dave’s Downtown Taverna in the heart of downtown Harrisonburg, Virginia. The party will kick off the special event weekend leading up to the Alpine Loop Gran Fondo cycling event. The event includes happy hour [...]
Jeremiah Bishop, Alpine Loop Gran Fondo “GET OUTDOORS” in Valley Fourth Parade

Jeremiah Bishop will serve as Grand Marshall of the 2012 Valley Fourth Parade and Celebration in downtown Harrisonburg, Virginia, July 4, 5:30 p.m. The theme of the 2012 Valley Fourth Parade is “Get Outdoors!” The Alpine Loop Gran Fondo Presented by Prostate Cancer Awareness Project will represent BishopFoundation.org in the parade. The Gran Fondo float [...]
BishopFoundation.org Launches 2012 Online Fundraising and Incentive Program

In support of the charitable mission of the Alpine Loop Gran Fondo, BishopFoundation.org has launched an online fundraising and incentive program to encourage and reward the incredible and dedicated efforts of fundraising participants. The program employees the Personal Fundraising tool hosted on BishopFoundation.org. The tool allows anyone to sign-in, create a personalized page, set a [...]
Bishop Family Charitable Foundation Joins Harrisonburg Downtown Renaissance

Bishop Family Charitable Foundation has joined Harrisonburg Downtown Renaissance as a Revitalization Partner. Harrisonburg DowntownRenaissance, a 501c3 organization, works in collaboration with private and public partners to develop and implement a comprehensive vision and master plan to revitalize downtown Harrisonburg into a prosperous and vibrant city center. In support of the mission of Harrisonburg Downtown [...]
2012 Alpine Loop Gran Fondo – Saturday, September 15

The 2012 edition of Jeremiah Bishop’s Alpine Loop Gran Fondo will take place in Harrisonburg, Virginia on Saturday, September 15.
Erin Bishop Receives USA Cycling Event Director License

Erin Bishop, co-founder of the Bishop Family Charitable Foundation and event director of the 2012 Alpine Loop Gran Fondo, is a USA Cycling licensed Race Director. USA Cycling recently announced plans for its new Race Director Certification program and Race Director License. The initiative, which begins roll-out in 2012, will offer certification, continuing education opportunities [...]
Introducing BishopFoundation.org

In support of the charitable mission of Jeremiah Bishop’s Alpine Loop Gran Fondo, the Bishop Family Charitable Foundation was established in 2011 and executes the fundraising initiatives associated with the cycling event. BishopFoundation.org is the online home for the 2012 Alpine Loop Gran Fondo fundraising program, including a web-based fundraising tool that allows participants to [...]

Fundraise

Welcome to the team! Anyone can sign in, set a goal and start fundraising in support of the charitable mission of the Alpine Loop Gran Fondo! You can tell your story, spread the word, accept contributions online, and track your progress as you prepare for the challenge of the Alpine Loop Gran Fondo! Create Your Own Page [...]

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Donate

Here you can make direct online contributions in support of the charitable mission of the Alpine Loop Gran Fondo! If you were directed to BishopFoundation.org by an individual fundraiser, we want your contribution to support that person’s fundraising goal! The 2013 Alpine Loop Gran Fondo Fundraisers are working hard to earn your support – Please [...]

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Beneficiaries

The City of Harrisonburg, Harrisonburg Downtown Renaissance, Northend Greenway, Prostate Cancer Awareness Project, Rockingham Memorial Hospital, and Shenandoah Valley Bicycle Coalition are some of the many non-profits and organizations that the Bishop Family Charitable Foundation works closely with to carry out the charitable mission of the Alpine Loop Gran Fondo. 2013 fundraising will support initiatives of the following: Northend Greenway Alternative transportation [...]

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Mission

Sitting in grassy field, Erin and Jeremiah Bishop hold their son. A bicycle leans against tree in background

Erin, Conrad and Jeremiah Bishop

The mission of the Bishop Family Charitable Foundation is to promote and provide resources for charitable, educational, recreational and civic-minded purposes, including funding the construction of shared use trails and alternative transportation routes from Harrisonburg schools to surrounding neighborhoods, urban centers and outdoor recreation opportunities; and promoting cycling as a means to better the health and wellness, safety, prestige and sustainability of the community; and providing opportunities for and encouraging community members and visitors to enjoy and embrace cycling.

To best execute this mission, the Foundation works closely with these and other non-profits and organizations including the Shenandoah Valley Bicycle Coalition, Prostate Cancer Awareness Project, Rockingham Memorial Hospital, DR100.org, Harrisonburg Downtown Renaissance, and the City of Harrisonburg.

General News

Get Inspired by the Alpine Loop Gran Fondo

The incredible talents of videographer Scott Wooten and the Joe Foley Photography team came together to capture an amazing glimpse into the adventure of Jeremiah Bishop’s Alpine Loop Gran Fondo! The result is sure to inspire. BishopFoundation.org will continue to channel the inspiration of the Alpine Loop Gran Fondo – we hope you’ll join us!

Learn More
2012 Supporters List Unveiled

The the BishopFoundation.org Supporters List gives recognition to individuals and organizations that support the charitable mission of Jeremiah Bishop’s Alpine Loop Gran Fondo. In association with the 2012 Alpine Loop Gran Fondo, thirteen riders signed on as Fundraising Participants; raising awareness and collecting contributions; and over 125 individuals, families and organizations made contributions in support of [...]

Learn More
“Bike Capital” Party to Kick Off Gran Fondo Events, Celebrate Fundraising

Mark your calendars! Friday, September 14, 2012 5:30-9 p.m, BishopFoundation.org will host the 2012 Bike Capital Gala on the rooftop Taratsa at Dave’s Downtown Taverna in the heart of downtown Harrisonburg, Virginia. The party will kick off the special event weekend leading up to the Alpine Loop Gran Fondo cycling event. The event includes happy hour [...]

Learn More
Jeremiah Bishop, Alpine Loop Gran Fondo “GET OUTDOORS” in Valley Fourth Parade

Jeremiah Bishop will serve as Grand Marshall of the 2012 Valley Fourth Parade and Celebration in downtown Harrisonburg, Virginia, July 4, 5:30 p.m. The theme of the 2012 Valley Fourth Parade is “Get Outdoors!” The Alpine Loop Gran Fondo Presented by Prostate Cancer Awareness Project will represent BishopFoundation.org in the parade. The Gran Fondo float [...]

Learn More
BishopFoundation.org Launches 2012 Online Fundraising and Incentive Program

In support of the charitable mission of the Alpine Loop Gran Fondo, BishopFoundation.org has launched an online fundraising and incentive program to encourage and reward the incredible and dedicated efforts of fundraising participants. The program employees the Personal Fundraising tool hosted on BishopFoundation.org. The tool allows anyone to sign-in, create a personalized page, set a [...]

Learn More
2012 Alpine Loop Gran Fondo – Saturday, September 15

The 2012 edition of Jeremiah Bishop’s Alpine Loop Gran Fondo will take place in Harrisonburg, Virginia on Saturday, September 15.

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Introducing BishopFoundation.org

In support of the charitable mission of Jeremiah Bishop’s Alpine Loop Gran Fondo, the Bishop Family Charitable Foundation was established in 2011 and executes the fundraising initiatives associated with the cycling event. BishopFoundation.org is the online home for the 2012 Alpine Loop Gran Fondo fundraising program, including a web-based fundraising tool that allows participants to [...]

Learn More