Bkizz Posted October 2, 2009 Report Share Posted October 2, 2009 Hey guys, it's Brian saying what's up. Some of you may know me from bike nights and rides...some of you may not. On September 4th, I jumped on my Ninja after work and was heading home. Someone pulled out in front of me and I veered to the right. I got caught up against the curb and as I slid against it, the road curved and the bike tipped over to the right. Unfortunately for me, there was a tree in my way. The top of my helmet made direct impact with the tree and it broke my spine and severed my spinal cord. This has left me paralyzed from the mid-chest down. Since the accident, I have been working my ass off on getting better and learning the new ways to live through rehab here at Dodd Hall. Many of you guys have come to visit me throughout this shitty month and I can't thank you enough for the support! My family has also been a huge crutch for me to fall on. Of course I have been feeling the pinch from insurance flaking out on many of my expenses and I have been panicing on how to pay some of these upcoming bills.So here's the deal: My family and friends are all f-ing awesome and they set up this Charity Benefit for me at Quaker Steak & Lube on Sunday, October 25th from 3:00pm - 7:00pm. It is actually a Charity/Auction/Raffle and there will be many door prizes and tons of stuff to bid on and buy raffle tickets for. I don't mean to plug my own benefit here but it really is for a good cause. Even if you don't choose to donate, bid, or buy raffle tickets it would still be great to get a good turnout. Even though I can't ride anymore, doesn't mean I don't still love seeing bikes! If Ohio Riders would want to become a sponser, that would be awesome. Here is the flyer my family made and it's going around:Charity Benefit for Brian Kinney! Sunday - October 25th, 2009 at Quaker Steak & Lube - Polaris 3:00pm-7:00pm On Friday, September the 4th of 2009 Brian was involved in a motorcycle accident leaving him paralyzed from the chest down. He has the use of his arms but will be in a wheelchair. Though we are blessed Brian is still with us, his life has changed forever. The medical expenses and equipment Brian will need is very expensive. ( Special bed, wheelchair, wheelchair accessible housing, transportation etc.) Brian has been independent at only 25 years old. He has managed to complete all but one quarter of school to get his degree, work for a law firm, purchase his own condo, car and motorcycle. Brian is the person who would always lend a hand to someone without asking for anything in return. Now Brian is asking for help. Any help would be greatly appreciated by his family and friends. Please join us for food, auctions, donations and entertainment! Thank you to the following Sponsors who have made this event happen! Sign way Graphics Quaker Steak and Lube AD Farrow North Star Harley Davidson Icebreakers Entertainment NBAA-BASS Hilton Polaris Marcus CinemasRude Dog Bar & Grille Your Tax Deductible donations may also be made to: The Brian Kinney Foundation PO Box 648 Dublin, OH 43017 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pedro Posted October 2, 2009 Report Share Posted October 2, 2009 I'll try to make it to this event. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MidgetTodd Posted October 2, 2009 Report Share Posted October 2, 2009 count me in bro Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Casper Posted October 2, 2009 Report Share Posted October 2, 2009 I'm pretty sure you can count a lot of us in for this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shittygsxr Posted October 2, 2009 Report Share Posted October 2, 2009 Wouldn't miss it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EagleCock Posted October 2, 2009 Report Share Posted October 2, 2009 good luck and I hope you get some major support Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hue jass Posted October 2, 2009 Report Share Posted October 2, 2009 I'm there buddy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jagr Posted October 2, 2009 Report Share Posted October 2, 2009 For sure Brian. Wouldn't miss it for anything. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kreator Posted October 2, 2009 Report Share Posted October 2, 2009 I'll be there bud Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rick37 Posted October 2, 2009 Report Share Posted October 2, 2009 I will be there, If you could somehow get me a copy of the flyer I will end them out about a week before on top of the pizza boxes from my pizza shop. I only need 1 copy and I will have my printer run me some off. You can email it to me at grandmaspizza2@yahoo.com.And if you need some door prize I can help you out there to. I.E a couple of free pizzas or subs just let me know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
|SnOmAn| Posted October 2, 2009 Report Share Posted October 2, 2009 I'm gonna do my best to make it out there... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cmoosego Posted October 2, 2009 Report Share Posted October 2, 2009 I'm down kid!! if jags is there so am I Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DGTL GRL Posted October 2, 2009 Report Share Posted October 2, 2009 I'm sure if most of us can figure out how to remove the Halloween makeup from the night before or the permanent sharpie on our face from falling asleep first --- WE WILL BE THERE!!!!!!*hugs* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Artmageddon Posted October 2, 2009 Report Share Posted October 2, 2009 I'll be there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cheech Posted October 2, 2009 Report Share Posted October 2, 2009 Wouldn't miss it, hopefully I won't have to travel for work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V4junkie Posted October 2, 2009 Report Share Posted October 2, 2009 I'll definitely try to make it. I really hope the weather's nice, but I'll cage it if I have to. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tomcat0403 Posted October 2, 2009 Report Share Posted October 2, 2009 count me in, hopefully I wont have drill that weekend, regardless I will send a donation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bkizz Posted October 2, 2009 Author Report Share Posted October 2, 2009 Thanks to everyone who has replied! I am excited for this event and it should go really well. Man, I just met with the wheelchair distributor and these things are f-ing EXPENSIVE!! Not to mention my insurance company is being gay and they will only cover a very basic chair but won't let me cover the difference if I want to upgrade. Basically, my chair will be out of pocket and since I plan to be independent, the chair they want to put me in is over $3,500. OUCH!I will be there, If you could somehow get me a copy of the flyer I will end them out about a week before on top of the pizza boxes from my pizza shop. I only need 1 copy and I will have my printer run me some off. You can email it to me at grandmaspizza2@yahoo.com.And if you need some door prize I can help you out there to. I.E a couple of free pizzas or subs just let me know.Thanks man! I will e-mail you the flyer. I can also add you to the sponsor's list if you are donating door prizes. Let me know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shittygsxr Posted October 2, 2009 Report Share Posted October 2, 2009 Thanks to everyone who has replied! I am excited for this event and it should go really well. Man, I just met with the wheelchair distributor and these things are f-ing EXPENSIVE!! Not to mention my insurance company is being gay and they will only cover a very basic chair but won't let me cover the difference if I want to upgrade. Basically, my chair will be out of pocket and since I plan to be independent, the chair they want to put me in is over $3,500. OUCH!Thanks man! I will e-mail you the flyer. I can also add you to the sponsor's list if you are donating door prizes. Let me know. Can you send me the flier too. I will give it to some of the hospital people. Do you have some in your room? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cmoosego Posted October 3, 2009 Report Share Posted October 3, 2009 hey this is the day after the planned halloween party.... we should have a good showing if we remind people about this... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pedro Posted October 3, 2009 Report Share Posted October 3, 2009 I stopped in at Quaker last night for some dinner saw they had the flyers up near the register. I remember riding with you on one of the Coshocton rides where we got popsicles. I'm gonna try and make it to the benefit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bkizz Posted October 3, 2009 Author Report Share Posted October 3, 2009 I stopped in at Quaker last night for some dinner saw they had the flyers up near the register. I remember riding with you on one of the Coshocton rides where we got popsicles. I'm gonna try and make it to the benefit.HAHA, yep that Coshocton ride was interesting. I didn't expect that dude to bust out a HUGE bag of push up popsicles. It was a good time though...really bums me out that I can't ride it anymore. Here's a pic:PS: We are "tweaking" the flyer a little because we have added more sponsers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
600ZZ4eb Posted October 4, 2009 Report Share Posted October 4, 2009 What Brian!! I put this on my calendar so me and the fam should be stopping by as well. Sorry couldnt make it up there this past week...hope you got my note. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jnor Posted October 4, 2009 Report Share Posted October 4, 2009 I posted this on the rideohio forum as well....... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gsxrnurse Posted October 4, 2009 Report Share Posted October 4, 2009 Awwww man, I will be at work!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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