Pitt Drift

May 14th - May 22nd, 2022

Riding from Pittsburgh to DC, join this weeklong ride to raise funds for Bike & Build’s mission, to connect with a community of advocates, and volunteer for affordable housing organizations.

Looking for an epic ride with Bike & Build?

Following the popular Great Allegheny Passage Trail (GAP) and the C&O Canal Towpath, PittDrift riders will travel largely via forested trails, pass through quaint towns, and visit historical sites like Harpers Ferry, WV. Along the route you’ll intersect the Appalachian Trail and cross the Eastern Continental Divide before following the Potomac River all the way to our nation’s capital. The 8 day adventure includes 6 days on the bike, and 2 days off where the team will be volunteering with local affordable housing organizations along the way.

What to expect

Bike 333 miles

From Pittsburgh to D.C.

Volunteer 16 hours

For local affordable housing organizations

Open to ages 18+

and to any alumni & non-alumni

Fundraise $25,000

as a team*

*The PittDrift team will be participating in collective fundraising. Participants will be encouraged to fundraise within their means, whether above or below the recommended fundraising amount. We recommend a $750 fundraising goal per person to work towards.

FAQs

What is included in my fundraising efforts?

Your fundraising efforts will cover trip meals, accommodations, safety training, leader training and ride management. As a fundraising ride, your fundraising also will support Bike & Build’s mission to raise awareness for affordable housing and empower young adults for a lifetime of service and civic engagement.

Fundraising does not include travel to and from the ride location, snacks, a bike, and other gear.

Will I receive a bike?

Bike & Build will not be providing bikes for this ride. That-being-said, you are able to purchase a bike through our bike provider, State Bike Co., or we help you coordinate a bike rental.

What are the COVID-19 mitigation policies?

The health and safety of Bike & Build participants, build partners and overnight hosts is the top priority of the organization. Bike & Build will adhere to the up-to-date guidelines set by the CDC, and will require all riders and leaders to be fully vaccinated (including a booster shot if applicable) from COVID-19 within two weeks of their ride start date.