Brendon McLeod - Ride for Rescue 2025 – 235km for Life-Saving Flights!

$1,500 donated
Given by 12 generous donors in around 5 months

Participating in Chopper Bike Ride 2025

Southland

All funds raised go to the Lakes District Air Rescue Trust to support the vital Otago Southland Rescue Helicopter Service. The ride is 235 kms on the 9th May 2025. Once again we are delighted to welcome some very special guests with Richie and Gemma McCaw joining us along with Paddy Gower, Nathan Cohen and Anna Taylor.

Last year we passed the magic million $$$ mark through the 13 rides to date and our goal this year is to fundraise $ 150,000.

We will also be remembering our very special friend and local legend, Reece McDonald, before, during and after the ride. Reece tragically passed away last year but he left an amazing legacy through his participation and organising of the ride and his passion for fundraising for the rescue choppers which he had used personally in 2019.

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Chopper Bike Ride 2025

14th Annual Chopper Bike ride from Queenstown to Invercargill.

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Latest donations

EWL Southland
EWL Southland on 09 May 2025
What a great thing your doing for an amazing cause, EWL Southland product to support a very important part of our community.
$250
Mark, Tracey, Quade & Ashleigh McLeod
Mark, Tracey, Quade & Ashleigh McLeod on 09 May 2025
Enjoy the day & the experience Brendon, good on you.
$25
Nath, Leigh + Girls
Nath, Leigh + Girls on 09 May 2025
Go hard little brother. We are incredibly proud of you! Enjoy the view!
$50
King House Removals
King House Removals on 08 May 2025
$500
Guest Donor
Guest Donor on 08 May 2025
$5

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This campaign started on 21 Feb 2025 and ended on 31 Jul 2025.