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What is the JettRide?

This summer, 20 teens from all over the country will forgo a summer at the beach or by the pool, to climb on their bikes for the experience of a lifetime - all the while hoping to make a difference in someone else's life.

The Jett Foundation, will once again organize a bike-a-thon across the country to raise funds and awareness for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) - the most common lethal disorder diagnosed during childhood today.  The 2010 JettRide, is a follow-up to the 2007 JettRide, in which a group of 20 young people cycled across the country, riding on behalf of someone who could not ride themselves.  2007 riders experienced the opportunity of a life-time, all the while spreading awareness and raising funds for DMD.

"When the Jett Foundation decided to be a part of the 2007 JettRide, we never imagined the life changing experience the kids would have or the amazing impact they would make across the country.  Our JettRiders set out to cross the country with the same determination that those touched by DMD show on a daily basis.  We are very excited to once again organize this amazing journey." says Christine McSherry, Founder of the Jett Foundation.

Who will be riding?

Applications are now being accepted for the 2010 JettRide.  The JettRide will be made up of 20 young people and their parents/leaders/friends from across the US who will ride on behalf of someone they know living with or affected by DMD.  The bikers will raise $4,000 each, for continued research into finding improved treatments and care.

What is Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD)?

DMD is the most common lethal genetic disorder diagnosed during childhood today.  It is a progressive neuromuscular disorder that causes loss of muscle function and independence.  DMD affects approximately 1 in every 3,500 boys, or 20,000 babies born each year worldwide.  Because the DMD gene is found on the X chromosome, the disorder manifests primarily in boys.  DMD affects families of every race and culture.  Regardless of family history, DMD can occur in any pregnancy.  Random spontaneous genetic mutation is the cause of DMD in nearly 35% of families affected.  No known effective treatment or cure currently exists for DMD.

What is the Jett Foundation?

The Jett Foundation for Duchenne muscular dystrophy was founded in 2001 by Stephen and Christine McSherry, when their son, Jett McSherry, then 5 years old, was diagnosed with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD).  The mission of the Jett Foundation is to improve the treatment, quality of life and long term outlook for all individuals affected by DMD through research advocacy, education and compassion.  After nine years of steady progress in the fight against this dreadful disease, the Jett Foundation is known throughout the country as a leader, funding promising research and as a strong advocate in this battle.

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