Hike Bike 2024 information
Event Date & Time
Event is Wednesday, May 8 at 1:45 pm
Packet deadline: March 22
T-shirt design deadline: March 22
Questions?
Call United Bank of Iowa at 712-364-3393 and ask for Marcia Cates or Taylor Hemer.
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What is the Whitey Thompson Hike-Bike-A-Thon?
Hike-Bike is a fun event that gives preschool through high school students an opportunity to contribute to their future by helping to raise money for scholarships. Starting at the United Bank of Iowa parking lot, participants walk or bike on the Pleasant Valley Trail with rest stops and water provided along the route. Relatives and friends sponsor the students by making donations to OABCIG Dollars for Scholars. All proceeds go toward providing scholarships for OABCIG students.
About OABCIG Dollars for Scholars
OABCIG Dollars for Scholars was established in 1994 as the BCIG Citizens’ Scholarship Foundation. The Foundation’s name was changed in 2010 to better reflect the Odebolt-Arthur and Battle Creek-Ida Grove school districts.
The scholarship foundation has awarded $4,055,119 in scholarships to 1,597 graduates.
Hike Bike's Contribution
In 2023, the 553 participants of the Whitey Thompson Hike-Bike-A-Thon raised $83,481.72 in donations, a new record!
Over the past 29 years, Hike-Bike has donated $1,179,146.90 towards scholarships. Each past and future participant of Hike-Bike should be proud of their part in helping OABCIG Dollars for Scholars reach their goal of a scholarship for every graduate.
From United Bank of Iowa . . . A Tribute to Whitey Thompson
Whitey Thompson played a big role in the organization and success of the scholarship foundation by starting this event in 1995. His wife, Elaine, served on the board and helped with the event until her death in 2003. Whitey also served as a director at United Bank of Iowa for seven years contributing his wisdom and business insight.
Whitey and Elaine believed in supporting the youth in our communities. At United Bank of Iowa, we know our youth are our future and understand the value of higher education. Our employees donate their time and effort to carry on the event Whitey began, to ensure continued scholarships for years to come.