Paul says: “I hope that there will be a significant increase in the number of individuals who’d like to participate in this event by simply competing in raising the most funds.”

Charities and churches from across the Cape are invited to raise funds for their own mission by participating as an ally, indicating support of CHAMP Homes without the cost or responsibility. They can ride with their own branding. A small percentage of the funds they raise is shared with Champ Homes, so many good organizations can benefit from the alliance.

About the 18th Annual Last Gasp Bike, Boat ‘n Bake The next Last Gasp Bike, Boat, ‘n Bake will take place on September 20th, 2009. The Last Gasp is a three part, day long, fundraising extravaganza intended to help raise money for several nonprofit organizations, including CHAMP Homes, headquartered on Cape Cod and the Islands. The day consists of a 62 mile bike ride from Sandwich to Provincetown, a Cape Cod Bay cruise following the ride, and an authentic Cape Cod clambake to end the day. Those who are not interested in participating in the bike ride, but would still like to support The Last Gasp bikers can ride the Last Gasp party bus.

There is a $75 registration fee and $300 minimum funds raised for those wishing to participate in the Last Gasp bike race. The price includes beverages and snacks along the route, lunch at the Surf Club in Provincetown, Cape Cod Bay Cruise back to Sandwich, Authentic Cape Cod Clambake, a commemorative 2009 Last Gasp T-Shirt and a complimentary Pasta Salute admission on September 19th. Space is limited, therefore only the first 300 registrants can be guaranteed a spot on the boat returning to Sandwich from Provincetown, everyone else will be transported by bus.

About CHAMP Homes/Housing For All Corporation Currently 45 men and women enjoy CHAMP Homes in Hyannis as their home and family. CHAMP residents are students (high school, community college and those pursuing GEDs), Veterans, those who are specially gifted and challenged, many are employed or volunteers helping in the community … all are working hard towards becoming healthy, self-sustaining, contributing members of society.

Since Housing for All Corporation and CHAMP Homes were founded in 1991 by Paul and Carolyn Hebert, over 1,300 individuals have experienced the opportunity to become more independent and contributing citizens. Thanks to CHAMP Homes, taxpayers have saved hundreds of thousands of tax dollars in social program costs. For more information about CHAMP Homes, please visit www.champhouse.org. For more information about Housing For All Corp. visit www.housingforall.us , call (508) 771-1470 or write to 82 School Street, Hyannis, MA 02601.

More information about CHAMP Homes, the Last Gasp or pledge forms can be obtained by calling (508) 771-1470 or through an email to hfac@champhouse.org or look at www.champhouse.org