Reading is essential, and the Rotary Club of Sandpoint is making sure kids have the tools to succeed. Every June, they host the CHAFE 150, a 150-mile bike ride fundraiser that fuels programs designed to instill a lifelong love of reading. The full route takes riders through the breathtaking landscapes of Idaho and Montana’s Rocky Mountains, featuring vast lakes and stunning river valleys.
In 2024, BNSF proudly supported the event, helping raise $100,000 for the Lake Pend Oreille School District’s Book Trust Program. Team BNSF was honored to back education initiatives that open doors for kids and families across Northern Idaho. The ride also raised an additional $50,000 for scholarships, high school leadership programs, and other Rotary youth causes.
