Look, I’m no cyclist. I’ve fallen off a bike twice as an adult — once emotionally, once physically. So this year, I’m staying vertical and taking my talents to the spin tent for Tour de Summer Camps!

I may not be riding up mountains, but I will be sweating to blaring music and an instructor yelling things like “TURN UP THAT RESISTANCE!” And I’m doing it all to help send more Jewish kids to Jewish summer camp — the most magical place on earth (move over, Disneyland).

Why? Because camp isn’t just camp — it’s where Jewish identity is formed, friendships are made, and kids discover who they are (preferably while covered in sunscreen and popsicle juice).

💸 HOW YOU CAN HELP:

Donate — Any amount helps. Seriously. $36, $52, $72, $5,000 (!?!?) — it's all tax-deductible and soul-affirming.

Join Me! Not a cyclist? No problem. You can spin, pickle, hike, or bring the Color War energy. Sign up here: tourdesummercamps.org

Support my spin so Jewish kids can camp. Let’s raise some funds, raise some heart rates, and raise the next generation of proud Jewish leaders (and maybe color war champions).

Thanks for supporting me (and the kids — but mostly the kids).

With gratitude and sweat,
Shirley Pakdaman 🌀💙