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I'm Riding for Men's Mental Health in The Distinguished Gentleman's Ride
Saturday 3rd May 2025On Sunday, the 18th of May 2025, I'm riding in The Distinguished Gentleman's Ride to raise funds and awareness for a mission close to my heart.
As a veteran of the Global War on Terror and the Iraq War, I’ve faced battles that didn’t end when I came home. Like many who've served, I’ve struggled with PTSD, isolation, and the silent weight that too often goes unspoken. I ride for the friends I’ve lost to suicide. I ride for the ones still fighting their demons. And I ride because talking about men’s mental health shouldn’t be taboo.
DGR isn’t just about motorcycles or mustaches. It’s about changing the statistics: men die an average of 6 years earlier than women, too often by their own hand. This ride raises money for research, support programs, and a growing global movement through Movember, aimed at helping men live longer, better, and more connected lives.
So before I don my finest tweed and kick up my stand, I’m asking you to support the cause. Your donation, no matter the size, helps fund life-saving programs for mental health.
Let’s ride for the ones we lost after the war, the ones still fighting invisible battles, and for a world that honors strength through vulnerability.
My Sponsors
Eugene Porcelli,DDS
I couldn’t be prouder of all you’ve accomplished, your convictions, and your compassion.
$208 USD
Ralph Hayes
Aunt Bonnie and I are very proud of you!! Great work!!
$156 USD
Jacqueline Porcelli
I couldn’t be more proud! We love you!! -Jack, Annabelle, Wes and Anthony too!!
$104 USD
Greg Saulmon
Thank you for your service—and thank you for the work you’re doing for this cause.
$104 USD
Jillian Porcelli
Love you!
$104 USD
Maureen Hayes
Couldn’t be prouder. You are amazing!
$104 USD
Marie Greenwood
I hope this little bit can help you and others. If I lived closer I would ride with you!
$104 USD
Diane King
So proud of you, my Godson Eugene, you are truly a man amongst men. This is for you, your Uncle Ken (my love 💕) , your cousin in law, Brandon and all of our brave men and women who sacrificed so much for us THANK YOU!!!
$104 USD
V Porcelli
You are awesome ❌⭕️
$100 USD
Richard Porcelli
There are not enough stars in the universe to convey what you have accomplished in such a short amount of time you’ve been in this world.
$78 USD
Ariana Tsiattalos
Ride baby, ride!
$62 USD
Peter And Daniela Foraker
$62 USD
Gene Porcelli
$62 USD
Brian Kroehling
$62 USD
Jenna Haley
Go Gene!
$62 USD
William Lemanski
Thank you for your continued service, Gene.
$52 USD
Laura Scrivanich
Thank you for your service and giving heart!
$52 USD
Jenna Monticello
Go Gene! Xo - Jenna and Dan
$42 USD
Gail
So proud of you and all the men and women who put there lives on the line so we can be free!!!
$31 USD
Roberto Centeno
You are an inspiration to many!
$31 USD
C&J Lugo
Thanks for riding for men's health and wellness. Watch out for saddle sores!
$21 USD
Erin Reynolds
$21 USD
Jennifer Wilson
Love you Geno! So proud of you!
$21 USD
Jamie Meeker
Proud to sponsor such a distinguished gentleman!
$21 USD
Mat Flug
Proud of you my friend