Our SMART Ride Sponsors generously donate cash, services, and products so that our riders and crew can give 100% of the donations they raise to benefiting HIV/AIDS agencies to use for direct services. Please make sure to visit our sponsors, thank them, and utilize their businesses to show how much we appreciate their support. If you are interested in sponsoring The SMART Ride, you can download The SMART Ride Sponsorship Opportunities Information Package here.
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CAN Community Health has been serving the needs of the HIV community in Florida and the Southern part of the U.S. for over 26 years. CAN is a private, not-for-profit organization dedicated to the treatment, care and continual wellness of people living with HIV, hepatitis C, STDs, and other diseases.
To date, CAN has 30 clinics and provides comprehensive care to patients regardless of their financial situation, insurance status or ability to pay. In addition, CAN is very involved in the community through education, prevention and awareness.
Bike Level $10,000+
AIDS Health Foundation Los Angeles-based AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF),a nonprofit, tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization, is a global organization providing cutting-edge medicine and advocacy to more than 596570 people in 35 countries. We are the largest provider of HIV/AIDS medical care in the U.S. A truly independent voice in our mission to rid the world of AIDS, AHF’s operating capital comes from our own self-created social enterprises. AHF Pharmacies, thrift stores, healthcare contracts and other strategic partnerships generate funding that helps AHF provide medical and advocacy services across the globe. Generating and defining new, innovative ways of treatment, prevention and advocacy is the hallmark of our success. We are currently leading a mass testing initiative to identify and treat the 25 million people who don’t know they are infected. By advocating big goals – aiming to see an unprecedented 1 billion people tested each year – AHF hopes to eliminate older, more time-consuming methods. Since 1987, AHF has cared for thousands of people living with HIV and AIDS worldwide. As we create and implement unparalleled programs in new communities in the U.S. and abroad, we expand delivery of healthcare and influence over policy with the sole aim of saving more lives.
Clear Health Alliance is a health plan for people on Medicaid who are living with HIV/AIDS. Members of the plan can see highly trained HIV/AIDS doctors. Clear Health Alliance also helps members get community services to help them stay well.
To learn more about Clear Health Alliance, please call us toll-free at (877) 777-7871 or TTY 711 for hearing impaired. Our office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. You may leave us a message after hours, Saturdays, Sundays and holidays and we will call you back the next business day. All calls are private.
FedEx was founded on a people-first philosophy, where respect for all people is a fundamental value and everyday business practice. FedEx is made up of more than 290,000 team members from various walks of life, reflecting the value and attention we place on diversity. Our diverse workforce, supplier base and supporting culture enable FedEx to better serve our customers and compete effectively in the global marketplace. We strive to create an environment where people can contribute and grow, and where the values of diversity are woven through our organization. We have six affinity groups that include African-American, Asian, Hispanic, cancer-support, women, and lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) employee networks. The affinity groups celebrate diversity and promote cultural education.
Gilead Sciences, Inc. 
is a research-based biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops and commercializes innovative medicines in areas of unmet medical need. We strive to transform and simplify care for people with life-threatening illnesses around the world. Gilead’s portfolio of products and pipeline of investigational drugs includes treatments for HIV/AIDS, liver diseases, cancer, inflammatory and respiratory diseases, and cardiovascular conditions.
Macy’s, Inc. is proud of its track record as a caring and responsible corporate citizen. We reach out to our communities to develop solid, meaningful relationships. Through our charitable contributions, employment initiatives, active volunteerism and creation of unique economic relationships, we help produce stronger and healthier communities for our customers and employees. Giving back is a core value at Macy’s and Bloomingdale’s.
At Merck, corporate responsibility is our daily commitment to tackle the world’s biggest health challenges by discovering better ways to make a difference in everything we do. It is a simple promise that is embedded in our business and informs all our individual actions. Our commitment to corporate responsibility extends to how we achieve our business goals:
- By discovering smart, sustainable ways to expand global access to effective healthcare
- By discovering environmentally sustainable ways to meet the world’s health need now and in the future
- By discovering better ways to create a workplace where our employees–and our business–can thrive
- By discovering better ways to build and strengthen trusted relationships, by demonstrating the highest ethical standards and communicating with greater transparency.
ViiV Healthcare A loyal supporter ViiV Healthcare supports SMART Ride by taking promotional space and showcasing their products and HIV groundbreaking work.
Frame Level; $5,000+
A Letter From Citrix CEO Mark B. Templeton: At Citrix we help people work better. That’s what we do, but it’s not why we do it. We do it because as work gets better, life gets better. As people’s work life improves, their personal life improves, and as their personal life improves, their community improves, and the effect continues to ripple outward. The tie between work and well being has always been at the core of our company. And, it is also at the core of our corporate citizenship efforts. Our strategy is to inculcate an ethic of community stewardship into our culture. We focus on helping families in need, enabling those in our community to enjoy stable, satisfying and rewarding lives. We strive to enrich and empower our diverse global community through our people, technology and partners with a focus on three major areas – K-12 Education, Environmental Stewardship and Technology Advancement. With clear priorities, Citrix is prepared to do the most good in the areas it knows best. Looking forward to partnering with you as we serve our communities around the world.
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Hunks Hauling Junk and Moving is THE premier moving, junk hauling, and hourly labor service you’ve been looking for. Honest, Uniformed, Nice, Knowledgeable, Service is what makes a true HUNK a HUNK.We train each and every one of our HUNKS to provide the high-quality service and support that you deserve. Providing 100% satisfaction is our ultimate goal, whether you need full-service moving assistance, loading and unloading help, junk removal services, or just an extra pair of hands to move some furniture. You need help, we’ve got HUNKS. It’s a match made in heaven.
Coral Gables Women’s Club is a social and community service organization that represents a wide spectrum of women of all ages. In existence since 1929, the Club is comprised of professionals and homemakers from Coral Gables, Kendall, Perrine, Homestead and Miami Beach. Our common bond is a commitment to making Miami a better place to live through helping other organizations with community projects, as well as our own long-term community service project, the May Van Sickle Children’s Dental Clinic for indigent children.
Delmay and Partners offers premier meeting and event planning services packaged with hotel reservations. They return this year to The SMART Ride and will assist with all pre and post housing. Delmay and Partners will also help with the housing needs at Hawks Cay. Delmay & Partners offer transportation from Key West back to Miami for participants looking to return to MorningStar Renewal Center. The proceeds of this travel will directly benefit The SMART Ride.
Design Republic is a leader in NYC in architectural and design joins The SMART Ride for the first time as a sponsor. Design Republic works in the commercial as well as residential fields from pre planning to completion of any project. Some of their clients include David Yurman, Victoria Secret and more National and International Brand Names.
Hawks Cay located midway down the Florida Keys on the tropical 60-acre island of Duck Key offers some of the world’s best fishing; exciting water sports; dolphin interaction programs; a saltwater lagoon; five gorgeous swimming pools; and a variety of luxurious accommodations, including guest rooms, suites and villas. Plan a vacation with your family and friends where you can dine in unique restaurants and relax in a full-service spa, while kids and teens have fun. All this in the casual, relaxed pace of the Keys. Hawks Cay is the official SMART Ride Friday night lodging. I
DevPartners has been our IT partner in maintaining and helping produce and implement SMART Ride’s vision for our website. Not only is DevPartners heavily involved, but their team rides and crew!
MS Events run by Marcio Santos provides all the sound, staging and lights for all ceremonies on SMART Ride. This includes Orientation Day sound, Dedication Ceremonies, Opening Ceremonies, Overnight entertainment at Hawks Cay and finally in Key West at the AIDS Memorial for closing ceremonies.
Olive Garden is part of the Darden family of restaurants offering a genuine Italian dining experience. We are pleased to be sixth year sponsors of SMART Ride.
Sidecar Kitchen Is the official caterer for SMART Ride for 3 years. Sidecar provides the dinner and breakfast at Hawks Cay on Friday evening and Saturday morning. Sidecar Kitchen is unique as there entire facility is mobile, meaning if you are doing a wedding, anniversary or birthday event you don’t need to rent cooking equipment. From an excellent gourmet five star experience to a casual cook out, Sidecar has you covered.
Wheel Level $2,500+
Welcome to BankUnited. Welcome to a better bank. At BankUnited, there is no runaround and no BankSpeak. Walk through our doors, call us, or log into our website and you’ll discover a better banking experience with knowledgeable experts and the tools you need to move your personal or business finance plans forward. Welcome to one of the strongest and most well-capitalized financial institutions in the country. With more than $13 billion in assets as of June 30, 2013, BankUnited is uniquely positioned to serve individuals, families, and growing businesses the communities we live in. When we say welcome, we know you have not arrived at your final destination. At BankUnited, we are the bridge between where you are now and where you are going, between local and global, between setting your goals and reaping the rewards. At BankUnited, helping the communities we live and work in is who we are. We like to provide a positive foundation for our neighborhoods and engage our communities by providing financial support and actively support the developmental goals and initiatives of the communities we serve. We believe corporate responsibility is essential in developing and sustaining our communities. We have provided financial support for building communities through lending, investments and corporate contributions. Wherever you are on your journey, at BankUnited, we’re with you.
Bill Bone Bike Law is your ‘go to’ source for legal help and advice. As a trial lawyer, longtime cycling advocate, and cycling enthusiast, Bill Bone shares a personal connection to the cycling community and the far-reaching consequences associated with bicycle accidents. If you have been hurt in a bicycle accident of any kind please call us immediately for free legal advice about your case.
Bourbon Street Pub Gay Key West’s Original and Only Video Bar
featuring the “Men Of Bourbon” Nightly, Live VJ’s, Live Shows, 5 Bars,
Pool & Jacuzzi. Bourbon Street Pub has been the site of SMART Ride’s Official Closing Party. Bourbon Street Pub also provides our “virgin bar” at Hawks Cay Resort on Friday evening giving you a little taste of Key West (without the spirits).
724 DUVAL STREET, KEY WEST, FLORIDA 33040
Central American Produce has been providing the fruit for all our pitstops and meals. Not only do they supply us with the freshest produce but are also represented on the ride as a rider.
Four Star Cargo is a leader in transportation of cargo outside of The United States into the Caribbean and US Virgin Islands. As part of The SMART Ride 4 Star Cargo helps logistically by supporting the ride with transportation equipment, route marking, generators and more.
Island House is an award-winning gay resort in Old Town Key West, set in a completely secure private compound where the choice to wear something, or nothing at all, is yours. The large heated pool and Jacuzzis are open 24 hours a day. Health Club which includes a gym and Spa area with sauna, steam room and Jacuzzi is the most complete in Key West.
MJ Consultants are here to serve you whether your needs are rentals, sales, or service. MJ Consultants Group is here to fulfill any and all of your communication needs, even wireless Internet. Our communications division provides our clients with the latest top of the line communication industry solutions which are essential in ensuring their special events uphold the highest level of safety, security and, efficiency. We are in tune with the reality that every single special event regardless of its size or purpose, there are always unpredictable occurrences, multiple demands, and a constantly changing environment to adapt to. These reasons are also why two-way radio communication comes in especially handy and greatly helps safeguard your event from safety and security issues such as crowd flow and entertainment issues including onstage sound quality, and allowing increased efficiency, multi-tasking and group communication at the push of a button. By keeping the lines of communication open and clear between all event staff and crew during the critical set-up, production, and strike phases will allow your crew to continue to excel and work together at their highest capacity to carry out a profitable event and will help ensure your event will be wired for success!
Solera Specialty Pharmacy (located in Fort Lauderdale, 
Florida) specializes in dispensing prescriptions for patients with chronic illnesses such as HIV, Hepatitis C, Oncology, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Multiple Sclerosis, Rare Genetic Disorders and Wound Care. Our extensive clinical knowledge and payor experience enables Solera to quickly get life saving medications to patients, increase medication compliance (increasing patient wellness), while removing barriers to care.
As a valued member of your healthcare team, Solera Specialty Pharmacy strives to utilize our knowledge of local markets and populations to aide in coordination of patients treatment regimens.
Truelieve is the first and leading medical cannabis company in the state of Florida, the third most populous state in the United States. Trulieve is a vertically integrated “Seed to Sale” operation with 900 employees and growing. Trulieve boasts of over 90 SKUs and is constantly adding new, fresh and exciting items to its product line. With 18 dispensaries spread throughout Florida and next day delivery service, Trulieve provides important and efficient access to thousands of patients every day. Trulieve is committed to growing its dispensary footprint with plans to increase the number of dispensaries to 30 by January 31, 2019. This will allow many more patients access to the medicine they need.
Walgreens is the pharmacy America trusts. Walgreens generously returns to help SMART ride with needed supply items.
Spokes Level $1,500+
Downtown Bicycles is happy to partner with The SMART Ride and this great cause to help so many. We are located across from the Galleria on Sunrise Blvd in Fort Lauderdale. When you visit- mention The SMART Ride, we offer discounts on your bike and your gear. Proud to be a sponsor…we will see you in November on The SMART Ride.
Mylan is a global healthcare company focused on making high quality medicines available to everyone who needs them. Our broad and diverse portfolio of more than 7,500 marketed products is available to customers of all types including retail and pharmacy establishments, wholesalers, governments, institutions and physicians.
Friends of the Ride
Baby’s Coffee sells Gourmet Roasted Coffee from Key West, Florida. Baby’sTMimports and roasts 23 varieties of gourmet coffee beans. The Southernmost coffee roasters in the United States offer online shopping and shipping for gourmet roasted coffees, teas, local honey, gourmet foods and specialty items and related merchandise: coffee cups, coffee mugs, travel mugs, t-shirts, hats, and other Key West gifts.
Conch Train in Key West. See the best on the train tour that’s been entertaining visitors to the Island City of Key West, Florida since 1958. The Conch Train is one of Florida’s most popular attractions, and for a good reason. Our expert ‘engineers’ and friendly staff have delighted over 15 million guests with legends such as Ernest Hemingway and lores of this charming tropical paradise. Your tour of Key West will give you a conch’s eye view of all the wonderful attractions Key West offers. No Key West vacation is complete without The World Famous Conch Tour Train.
Kilwins Key West Visitors and local residents of the Conch Republic (a.k.a Key West!) love our Original Recipe Ice Cream, creamy hand-paddled Fudge and decadent hand-crafted Chocolates.
Come visit the southernmost Kilwins and watch our cooks make fudge, caramel corns, nut brittles and caramels on our huge marble tables and see our chocolatiers make amazing and delicious confections! Taste samples of our 12 flavors of fudge and 32 flavors of ice cream, including local favorites such as Salted Caramel, Toasted Coconut and Key Lime Pie.
Smiles awaken and the senses come alive when you enter the world of Kilwins Key West!
Media Sponsors
HotSpots Magazine has for over two decades been the voice of the gay community in Florida. Our main focus is primarily on what to do and where to go.
SFGN (South Florida Gay News) is the only real newspaper for the motivated, affluent and informed LGBT community of Miami- Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties, and all of South Florida. SFGN delivers hard and accurate Journalism, political analysis, entertainment, insightful opinions and editorials, the latest health and fitness news, and honest feature reporting of the genuine issues and items that impact our community. SFGN highlights
and promotes the businesses and professionals, as well as individuals and
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