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*Eva Cassidy’s recording of “Over The Rainbow” courtesy of Blix Street Records from the album Songbird.

Jessica was a young woman with Asperger’s Syndrome/High Functioning Autism who passed away December 19, 2007. She was a picture of hope for Autism as she displayed determination in her life, reaching her own goals by attending Florida Community College at Jacksonville, working at a local veterinarian office, and giving constant encouragement to others with disabilities. Jessica was athletic and enjoyed many sports, but it was evident that her greatest passion was cycling. Unknowingly, Jessica named her own ride when she would ask neighbors to “ride with me.” Throughout her life, she was an avid cyclist and would ride for hours every day. In the process, there were many visits made to LakeShore Bicycle & Fitness. According to the owner, Charlie Fetzer, she wore out chains, tires and sprockets faster than most customers.

Saddened by Jessica's death, Fetzer organized and held the Inaugural Ride with Me for Autism bicycle charity event in Jessica’s memory on May 26, 2008. He also helped to organize the 1st Annual Ride with Me for Autism bicycle charity event on April 25, 2009. Today, Ride with Me is now the signature fundraiser for the Jessica Green Foundation. Today, participation in this ride is extremely helpful in raising awareness of Autism and to provide HOPE for better days to families and individuals struggling with an Autism Spectrum Disorder by giving assistance and support to help families obtain the services needed for their loved one(s).

Participation in this ride is extremely helpful in raising awareness of Autism and to provide HOPE for better days to families and individuals struggling with an Autism Spectrum Disorder. By helping to give advocacy assistance and support, it will enable the families to obtain the services they need.

"My bicycle means a lot to me. I feel I am in control when
I ride my bicycleand it helps me work out my frustration
and aggravations so I can be a better person."

-Jessica Green

 

 

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