The NFXF Heartland Chapter Hosts 8th Annual “Bike To X Out Fragile X”

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The NFXF Heartland Chapter – Iowa and South Dakota hosted their 8th Annual Bike To X Out Fragile X on June 3, 2023. The event was organized by Nancy and Ken Carlson, along with a team of dedicated volunteers and supporters! It was a beautiful day with over 100 participants with nearly 90 bicyclist and additional donors and supporters joining along the route. The participants rode from stop to stop all to raise money for Fragile X research, family support, and awareness in Central Iowa.

This year, five parents and one set of grandparents who are directly affected by Fragile X joined the ride. Nancy shared gratitude, saying “For our community and the continued support for this event!”

Congratulations to Mickey Brueland, who was the top fundraiser and won a $100 gift card to Exile Brewing Co. and a $50 gift card to Northern Lights Pizza Co.!

Chapter members display a sign promoting their annual Fragile X bike ride and fundraising event.

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