The Habitat 500 Bike Ride is a ride (not a race) and fundraiser that covers up to 500 miles over the course of 7 days. Every rider raises funds from their community and can choose the local or global Habitat for Humanity affiliate they wish to support.

In 2020, the Ride was completely virtual, with participants cycling in their own communities and raising funds for Habitat for Humanity. Stay tuned for information about our 2021 event.

There were no fundraising minimums in 2020, but each rider was strongly encouraged to set their own fundraising goals. The average amount raised is over $2,300 per rider in an average year. Each rider also pays a registration fee.

Registration Fee Options:

• $50: This is the basic registration fee for the Habitat 500: Bike @ Home.
• $150: As many of you know, the time and resources that go into planning the Habitat 500 Bike Ride are substantial. Planning for the 2021 Ride began in September of 2020. If you are able to pay it, this higher registration fee will help Habitat Minnesota better cover all costs involved in planning this event, from staff to fundraising management to supplies and postage for rider packets. And, as a thank you, look for an extra item or two in your rider packet!
• $300: Similar to the $150 fee, this higher registration will help Habitat Minnesota better cover all costs involved in planning this event, from staff to fundraising management to supplies and postage for rider packets. As a thank you, there will be a couple extra items in your rider packet, including one exclusive to this registration level!

A key component of the ride is to raise awareness about the need for decent, safe, affordable housing.

This ride is coordinated and hosted by Habitat for Humanity of Minnesota, the state support organization. Interested in learning more?

Check out our 2020 Virtual Habitat 500: Bike @ Home announcement here!