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All kinds of people from Kenya to the U.S. have found a way to participate in helping to spread the vision of inspiration! People have contributed what they could because they believed that Ibrahim's Journey is something special. In Kind services are appreciated. Please contact Eric via e-mail!
Eric met Ibrahim during his first trip to Africa in March of 2006. Ibrahim led Eric on a two day 200 mile bicycle tour from Nairobi, Kenya to Arusha, Tanzania. Eric will never forget that memorable trip and made a pact with Ibrahim before he left to return to the U.S. He told Ibrahim that one day they would ride together in the States! Eric also promised to help increase Ibrahim's exposure abroad and help Ibrahim spread his message of faith. Eric has been hosting Ibrahim in his home and representing Ibrahim in the U.S. He is also the site's webmaster.
Tony met Ibrahim at the 10 to 4 mountain bike race in Mt. Kenya. Tony has been an avid cyclist for years and understood Ibrahim's amazing talent. In that race, Ibrahim placed within the top 10 out of over 100 competitors. Tony helped Ibrahim secure a job as a seed specialist with the International World Agroforestry Center. Tony was instrumental in helping to raise funds to send Ibrahim to the U.S. and in securing Ibrahim a Visa from the U.S. Embassy on short notice. Tony volunteered to help Ibrahim get to the U.S. despite the odds.
When Greg and Susan heard about Ibrahim and his goal, they did whatever they could to help out. They provided Ibrahim and his friend Eric with a great place to stay during their visit to San Diego which was literally a home away from home. They helped Eric secure Ibrahim a loaner race bike and helped get him an entry into the San Diego Challenge Triathlon. They have a simple credo."Nothing is impossible!"
In early November, Laura received a call from a stranger on the East Coast. He told her a brief summary of Ibrahim's trip to the states and asked her if she would like to become involved with the video documentation. Laura was immediately interested in helping out. Laura captured Ibrahim's race footage in the San Diego Challenge Triathlon and loaned a total stranger (Eric) an expensive video camera so he could document Ibrahim's journey!
David volunteered to help Ibrahim navigate the Challenge Triathlon bike course. It was his second year volunteering as a course guide. Since the course was not closed to car traffic, volunteers like David play a crucial role in helping contestants compete safely on unfamiliar roads. When David volunteered to help guide Ibrahim, little did he know, he would experience the ride of his life! His story is a must read!
Jeff met Ibrahim and Eric on the campgrounds where they were staying. It's common for temporary campground residents to strike up a conversation and share road stories. After hearing about Ibrahim's journey, Jeff made a donation right on the spot! Later, when he found that Ibrahim and Eric could use some help getting around town while they weren't on their bikes, he volunteered as a driver and became a good friend! Before retiring, Jeff was a professional driver for Southern Californian elites!
Joe opened up a small bike shop in La Mesa just a few months before Eric strolled in with a wild story about a Kenyan cyclist and a favor to ask. Eric told Joe that he needed a loaner race bike for a good friend. Bike shops aren't in the habit of simply loaning out race bikes! Keeping a bike shop in business is no easy task. However, Joe understood that it was for no ordinary competitor and loaned his personal bike to Ibrahim for an entire month!
Kevin Millard, owner of California bicycles in La Jolla did a double take and scratched his head when Ibrahim rode into his shop! When told about Ibrahim's ability and dedication as a competitive cyclist, Kevin was moved. He supplied Ibrahim and Eric with climbing gears needed to ride the demanding Julien mountain course and treated them both to lunch!
The owners of Crossfit San Diego heard about Ibrahim's journey in an e-mail from their friend Nik Hawks. They were deeply touched by Ibrahim's story and became inspired to help out. The Crossfit network is filled with amazing people with incredible stories and is a network dedicated to helping people achieve great fitness. With an exciting fundraising workout, Crossfit San Diego helped to raise money to fly Ibrahim to Washington to receive his prosthetic leg!
Nik heard Ibrahim's story through Greg Plummer. Nik an ex-Navy Seal, has met some tough characters in his life but he he knew he had to meet Ibrahim. Nik provided Ibrahim with the racing pedal and shoe for the Challenge Triathlon. Nik also helped Ibrahim think about how he could best continue helping the physically challenged when he returns to Kenya. One of Nik's specialty is helping retired soldiers maximize their various talents after service to their country!
Not only is Lauren is a talented graphic and web designer, she's a conceptual thinker with plans to help everyone she knows dedicate a part of their life towards a worthy cause. Lauren heard about Ibrahim's story from Eric and knew she wanted to get involved. She designed the web site navigation banner and logo.
Elliot is an orthopedic specialist at a family practice located in Fairfax, Virginia and Bethesda Maryland. Elliot is no stranger to physically challenged athletes. He makes his living by building state of the art limbs for them. Elliot and Team Qualcomm were finishing up the Qualcomm challenge in San Diego when he and members of his team witnessed Ibrahim's cycling prowess. Elliot met with Ibrahim and Eric after the race and made them an offer they couldn't refuse.
Vincent is a gifted artist and photographer who welcomed Ibrahim into his studio for a photo session. Vincent's black and white photos were used throughout the web site. To see more of Vincent's work visit Vkegler Photography on photo.net.
Morris Deutsch assisted Ibrahim in acquiring a U.S. visa extension! The extension will allow Ibrahim to remain in the states long enough to complete physical therapy and to compete in Colorado this August! The staff at the M. Deutsch Immigration Law firm has over thirty collective years of experience handling immigration matters for individuals, businesses, educational institutions, international organizations, professional workers, scientists, investors, artists and myriad others!.
Kim Weinberg of Coach in Motion, LLC is an Ibrahim supporter. She understands the nature of personal drive and determination. Her business assists people in reaching the height of their potential!
Angela Moody met Ibrahim onthe first day of 2007 and knew it was for a reason. Angela is a physical therapist, who understood that Ibrahim would need professional assistance to help him adapt to his new prosthesis. Her contacts within the African American cycling community in D.C. helped secure a physical therapist experienced in working with amputees. Angela helped out whereever she could. She hosted a fundraiser at her house and brought over home cooked meals.
Glen is a personal fitenss trainer and physical therapist and volunteered his time to help Ibrahim strengthen muscles needed to get the most out of his prosthetic leg. Ibrahim has made great improvements through two hour training sessions that occur three times a week under Glens supervision! Glen is the owner of Gman fitness located in the Washington D.C. area
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