IN HONOR OF MICHAEL TYE
Michael Tye, my brother; was a businessman, philanthropist, friend, son, and above all a concerned citizen. He died June 2, 2003 of complications from Multiple Myeloma Cancer; he was 49.
One of the last gifts Michael left on this earth, was to help create, organize and name a charity bicycle ride where 100% of the money raised went to AIDS prevention, treatment and care. Although Michael never lived to see this dream a reality...It is!!!!!
Through Michael’s vision; and countless concerned volunteers efforts: THE HARBOR TO THE BAY AIDS CHARITY BIKE RIDE is now a reality.
Since it's inaugural ride in 2003 the RIDE has raised over $1.4 million dollars, donated to Fenway Community Health Services, Aids Support Group of Cape Cod, Community Research Initiative, and also AIDS Action Committee of MA.
The 68 or 125 mile, fully supported, one day bike ride starts in Boston and finishes in Provincetown...but the ride is only the beginning...the real finish line is Michael's and all of humanities dreams/visions ----- a world without HIV/AIDS!
Until that time THE HARBOR TO THE BAY ride will continue to help raise funds that are earmarked 100% to help educate, treat and care for those affected by AIDS.
Thank you,MARK TYE
Articles about Michael:
6 FEET. 6 IN...OF PURE TENDERNESS
By Frank Ribaudo
IN MEMORIAM - Michael Tye, 1954-2003
By Chris Wright, Boston Phoenix Issue Date: June 13 - 19, 2003
