Wheels of Mercy

"Everyone deserves a second chance," said Tom Ritchey, 50, founder of Ritchey Design and the driving force behind Project Rwanda. "That's what we're hoping to do at Project Rwanda." Ritchey founded Project Rwanda after visiting the country in 2005. As the manufacturer of top-of-the-line cycling components and renowned as one of the inventors of the mountain bike, Ritchey was attracted to Rwanda's mountains and the country's stories of healing and forgiveness. Tom's trip resulted in a realization that the bicycle can be an important tool in rebuilding a country, instilling national pride and addressing transportation issues facing Rwanda and other African nations.
Produced by Dan Cooper, Tom Ritchey and T.C. Johnstone
Directed by T.C. Johnstone
Director of Photography T.C. Johnstone
Edited by Jeremy Casper
Music Composed by Josh Myers
Sound Design Wally Grant

Category:

Nonprofits & Activism

Tags:

• Project
• Rwanda
• nonprofit
• bikes
• coffee
• second
• chances