OUR BEGINNING
“When my fiancé died in a motorcycle accident in June 2007, aspects of law that we had never considered…or had taken for granted…became a quagmire I had to navigate while still in shock. Without the friends he rode with, I would have never made it through and he would have been buried without ceremony in a pauper’s grave. In the tradition of paying it forward and helping the next rider in need, the Fallen Riders Foundation was born”​
-Deborah Halstead
About Us.
Fallen Riders Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to supporting riders and their families when the unexpected happens. Built on the strength of the riding community, we provide help during some of life’s most difficult moments following serious motorcycle accidents.
MISSION & PURPOSE
Mission Statement
It is the mission of Fallen Riders Foundation to provide immediate assistance to fallen riders and their families following motorcycle accidents involving two- and three-wheeled vehicles in the event of incapacitation or death. Our purpose is to honor all riders by helping families navigate urgent circumstances during times of loss or serious injury.
In the Event of Loss
In the event of a rider’s death, Fallen Riders Foundation works to prevent burial in a pauper’s grave due to legal time constraints or delays in contacting next of kin. We assist families when they are unable to make arrangements on their own during an overwhelming and emotionally difficult time.
In the Event of Injury
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Education & Preparedness
Fallen Riders Foundation also encourages riders to take proactive steps to protect themselves and their families before an accident occurs. Simple preparation, such as carrying emergency contact information, noting known allergies, and keeping details regarding a will or healthcare proxy accessible, can help loved ones navigate critical moments more easily.