D69 Seeks Donations for Vo Memorial Ride

As the Skokie School District 69 gears up for Sunday's , the community is seeking helmet donations to accommodate bikers. The event aims to build solidarity amongst young bicyclists in the area.

"This is a chance to get kids back on their bikes," said Principal Chelsey Maxwell, who's coordinating the event. Vo, an eight-yearold student at Madison School, was killed on May 21 . 

"We are highlighting this as a positive healing event for the community—Carter's family is going to be there. . . we’re also doing this for them," Maxwell said. "Even the Mayor will be biking with us." Monetary donations for the Vo family are also being accepted.

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Maxwell said that responses to the event have been "very positive" with especially the "Skokie Poice Department and Village officials really coming together." A fire truck will lead the procession, while riders will also be accompanied by police on bicycles.

Businesses, such as , have also given a hand, offering $500 in additional funds to the money raised during their May 24 benefit.

Interested in making a goods donation for the memorial bike ride? Email Chelsey Maxwell at MaxwellC@skokie69.net. Donations to the Vo family can be made at First Bank & Trust (8047 Skokie Blvd) or at any
District 69 school office.  Checks should be made to the Carter Vo Memorial Fund.