KITTIES, CANINES & CRUISERS:
Motorcycle Rescue Rally &
Community Festival
Ride. Rally. Raise Funds. Rescue Lives.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Kitties, Canines & Cruisers | Sunday, May 31, 2026

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🏍 Riders

Registration and check-in run from 9:00–10:00 AM at Chicago Harley-Davidson in Villa Park.
Kickstands up at 10:00 AM sharp.

The rally concludes at The Forge in Lemont, where the Community Faire & Adoption Festival runs from 1:00–5:00 PM.

There are 9 Rally Stops divided into three color groups (Red, Blue, Yellow).
You will choose:

  • One Red Stop
  • One Blue Stop
  • One Yellow Stop

Three stops total. This format keeps the ride flowing smoothly and eliminates bottlenecks.

The rally runs like Texas Hold’em:

  • First card: Same for everyone at check-in
  • Three cards: One sealed card received at each of your selected stops
  • Final card: Same for everyone at the finish line

Do not open envelopes until instructed. Best 5-card hand wins.

The Motorcycle Rescue Rally (9:00 AM – 1:00 PM) is strictly alcohol-free.

We do not permit riding under the influence, and rider safety is a top priority.

Alcoholic beverages may be available for purchase after the ride concludes during the Community Faire at The Forge (1:00–5:00 PM). Riders are expected to complete all riding activities before consuming alcohol.

Please ride responsibly.

  • $25 – Single Rider
  • $40 – Rider + Ride-Along

Registration includes:

  • Event T-shirt
  • Swag bag
  • Rally materials
  • Poker competition entry

Optional upgrade available for Forge Park activities.

Fundraising is strongly encouraged but not required.
Riders are invited to create a peer-to-peer fundraising page to support shelter animals.

All rider fundraising is pooled and distributed among participating rescues and shelters.

📍 Rally Stops

A Rally Stop is one of the official checkpoints riders visit during the rally. Riders receive a sealed playing card envelope at your location.

No. Rally Stops are FREE.

Rally Stops must provide:

  • 100 promotional items, coupons, or branded giveaways

These are included in rider swag bags or distributed at your location.

We provide volunteers on-site to assist with rider flow and envelope distribution.

Not required, but encouraged. A simple engagement (photo op, spin wheel, etc.) enhances rider experience and visibility.

🐾 Rescues & Shelters

  • $50 for rescues/shelters and nonprofits
    (Vendor booths are $100.)

Reduced or waived registration may be available if sponsorship funding allows.
Please reach out for more information.

No. Each rescue/shelter:

  • Sets its own adoption policies
  • Sets its own adoption fees
  • Handles applications and approvals independently

You may conduct same-day adoptions or require follow-up processing based on your policies.

We will provide a simple post-event follow-up form where rescues can report:

  • Animals adopted on-site
  • Animals adopted after the event as a direct result of event exposure

Our goal is 100 adoption placements connected to this event.

  • Rescues receive $5 per rider who designates them at registration.
  • All rider-raised funds are pooled and distributed among participating rescues.
  • Rescues that promote merchandise sales receive a share of pooled T-shirt proceeds.

The more riders you recruit to ride for your organization, the greater your potential return.

Yes — and strongly encouraged.
The more riders who select your organization, the greater the impact and funding potential.

🏕 Vendors

  • $100 for businesses
  • $50 for registered nonprofits/rescues/shelters
  • 10′ x 10′ outdoor booth space
  • High-traffic, family-friendly environment
  • Exposure to pet lovers and motorcycle enthusiasts
  • Opportunity to sell products/services, offer demos, and collect leads

Yes — this is a rain-or-shine outdoor event. In the event of severe weather, updates will be communicated to participants.

  • Vendor logistics (setup, load-in, teardown, parking, and day-of instructions) will be sent to all registered vendors closer to the event date.

Load-in instructions will be provided closer to the event based on site layout and safety planning.

Yes — if you have a physical storefront. Rally Stops are free but require 100 promotional items for rider swag bags.

🌟 Sponsors

  • We offer multiple sponsorship tiers and named opportunities(including high-visibility placements and experience-based sponsorships). Sponsorship options go beyond a basic tier list.

For the full breakdown, please visit our Sponsor Page or request the Sponsorship Packet.

Yes. Sponsors automatically receive a 10′ x 10′ outdoor booth spaceas part of sponsorship participation (no additional vendor registration needed).

Sponsor benefits may include (depending on level/opportunity):

  • 10′ x 10′ booth space at the Community Festival
  • Logo and brand recognition on event marketing and website
  • On-site signage recognition
  • Social media and promotional mentions
  • Opportunities for elevated visibility and high-traffic placement
  • Participation in engagement programs (ex: Vendor Passport Program)
  • Community goodwill by supporting animal welfare organizations

For full details, please refer to our Sponsor Page.

  • Yes. If a sponsor has a physical location that fits the route, they may also participate as a FREE Rally Stop, with the standard swag bag requirement (100 items).

📬 Still Have Questions?

📧 kcc@stsff.org

We’re happy to help and look forward to seeing you on May 31, 2026.

St. Sophia’s Forgotten Felines
525 W Roosevelt Rd
Wheaton, IL 60187

     

(847) 773-7639
info@stsff.org

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