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Name: Jacob Neal
Hometown: Richmond, Virginia
Age: 21
Home Page: www.steptothemusic.blogspot.com
Statement:
Growing up learning about the great Christian martyrs of the past and the charismatic Civil Rights leaders of the 1960s, I always wondered if I would have had the guts to stand up for my beliefs. Would I have been the one out on the streets up against Bull Connor’s police dogs and fire hoses, or would I have followed the advisory and stayed inside, thinking to myself in the safety of my home, "Gosh, this is wrong." Now, I have the chance to test myself, but more than just a personal challenge, for me this ride represents a call to humanity. Although I do not have all the answers, I am certain that our mere presence on these campuses will provide a positive outlet for students who feel their lives are no longer worth living. And that is why I signed my name, my time, and my efforts to the Equality Ride. No matter what happens, this ride represents my hope for the future.
Sponsors:
Jacob has been sponsored a total amount of $4600.00.
| Name | Location | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| John Pagan | Richmond, VA | $100.00 |
| Elizabeth Deems | Cambridge, MA | $20.00 |
| Carolyn Scheel | Richmond, Virginia | $25.00 |
| Colleen Carney | Midlothian, Virginia | $50.00 |
| Megan Embrey | University of Richmond, Virginia | $25.00 |
| Rebekah Neal | Charlottesville, VA | $100.00 |
| Anne Marie Pleska | San Diego, CA | $250.00 |
| Julie Tea | Richmond, VA | $100.00 |
| Chelsea Lynch | Atlanta, GA | $25.00 |
| Katie Campbell | Richmond, VA | $50.00 |
| Sarah Wacker | Univ of Richmond, VA | $25.00 |
| Dr. Daphne Burt, Chaplain | University of Richmond, VA | $100.00 |
| Dr. Len Goldberg, VP for Student Affairs | University of Richmond, VA | $100.00 |
Peter & Kathleen Neal  | Richmond, VA | $3000.00 |
| Lee Carleton | Richmond, VA | $50.00 |
| Virginia Page | Richmond, Virginia | $25.00 |
| Kimberly Jones | University of Richmond, VA | $50.00 |
| Tyrone Hanley | Washington, DC | $30.00 |
| Joyce Bennett | University of Richmond, VA | $50.00 |
| Kristen Tilley | Richmond, VA | $25.00 |
| Chuck Phelan | Los Angeles, CA | $100.00 |
| Camisha Jones | Richmond, VA | $25.00 |
| Tony Horney & John Neal | Greensboro, NC | $250.00 |
| Rebecca Trudel | Charlottesville, VA | $25.00 |