October 24-25, 2014: Family Day Weekend, PN2K helmets fundraiser
In memory of Kyaw and to support bike safety, “PN2K Kyaw helmets” were available at MIT from 11-5 PM. Over the course of two days, about 52 helmets were distributed, raising $1040.
What interested me the most was how I had a front seat towards witnessing some of the greatest outpouring of care from the community - from parents buying helmets for their kids, to students buying helmets for their friends. Strangers were helping others make sure the helmets fitted correctly. Kids became intrigued (better to teach bike safety when they're young and easily impressionable!). Even Tim the Beaver gave us the thumbs up on bike safety!
[Left] Will, MIT student, picking up a helmet with his family, and an extra one for his friend Carlos [Middle] MIT community (strangers) helping each other to make sure the helmet is fitted appropriately and adjusts easily [Right] me and TIM! Thanks TIM for your unwavering support!
Thanks everyone for keeping not only yourself safe but thinking of those you care about around you and helping them to protect their noggin. 'Til next time!
Link to Family Day Weekend PN2K helmets fundraiser photo album