Freedom Cruise - Finish The Mission

Mark your Calendars for the 7^th Annual Freedom Cruise on 9/11/21!

What better date for a Freedom Cruise? Patriots Day—the 20^th anniversary of 9/11

REMEMBER-HONOR-SUPPORT our West Michigan Veterans

THANK our First Responders

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EVENT DETAILS

Date: Saturday, September 11, 2021
(Rain Date: Sunday, September 12, 2021)

Location: Sparta High School, 475 W Spartan Drive, Sparta, MI 49345

Who should attend: Motorcyclists, classic/sports car enthusiasts, patriotic community in decorated vehicles, veterans, active military, first responders, and patriots are all invited to honor and remember our West Michigan veterans at this community event.

Event Cost: FREE

However, please consider making a donation to assist veterans in need. Right now some of the highest-impact areas for West Michigan veterans are assistance with food, utilities, rent, out-of-pocket medical expenses, and emergency home repairs costs.

Donations can be made by clicking here, as well as at the event. All proceeds benefit the Finish the Mission Veteran Relief Fund.

FREE raffle ticket for prizes graciously donated by local businesses to all who attend. Additional tickets available for purchase.

RSVP: Registration is highly encouraged but not required.

FREE GIFT! The first 500 of those who register online prior to the event will receive a 2021 Freedom Cruise Commemorative Challenge Coin.

EVENT SCHEDULE

10 a.m. Mustering – Sparta High School parking lot

Staging of cars, motorcycles, and attendees to prepare for the Honor Ride in the Sparta High School parking lot

Everyone is welcome to admire classic cars and bikes while listening to live music, purchasing your commemorative gear, and learning more about our mission to serve local veterans.
Special recognition will be given in honor of first responders on this 20^th anniversary of 9/11.
Refreshments available for purchase (provided by Sparta Sports Boosters and local food trucks)
Sign a giant veterans “Thank You” card to be delivered to the Grand Rapids Home for Veterans.
West Michigan Veterans Coalition will be hosting a resource fair with several local organizations present.
Enter the FREE prize drawing for all attendees

1:30 p.m. Ceremony for the Fallen – Sparta High School football field

2021 Honoree: Army Sergeant First Class Richard J. Herrema 4/25/2006 – Age 27	The ceremony is a special tribute to all those who have served and especially those whose ultimate sacrifice was given for our freedom. During the ceremony, a special portrait is unveiled for the first time to memorialize a West Michigan Gold Star family’s fallen hero.

Freedom Cruise Honor Ride (immediately following the Ceremony for the Fallen)

The Freedom Cruise Honor Ride is a free 30-mile motorcycle, classic car, sports car, and patriotic community event. Car and motorcycle enthusiasts gather to honor our military men and women by parading in a wave of red, white, and blue by cheering crowds. The procession is led by the 2021 honoree’s family, Gold Star families of previous honorees, and other special guests.