About Us

The Tennessee Brotherhood Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to honoring the memory of First Responders who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. Each year, the Foundation hosts the Tennessee Brotherhood Ride, a charitable event that spans the state of Tennessee, raising awareness and showing support to the families, friends, and departments of those we have lost.

Through this ride, we aim to demonstrate our unwavering commitment to the fallen and ensure that their sacrifices are never forgotten. In addition to paying tribute to their memories and offering emotional support, the ride serves as a fundraising initiative to provide financial assistance to the families of these heroes.

Each year, we reaffirm our commitment to honor all of our brothers and sisters who have fallen in the line of duty, with the solemn promise that we will never forget the sacrifices they made in service to our communities.

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The Tennessee Brotherhood Ride (TBR) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, registered in the state of Tennessee, and is funded entirely through the generous donations of supporters.

Ride with TBR2026

We would be absolutely thrilled to have you join us for the 2026 Tennessee Brotherhood Ride! This powerful journey brings together riders from many different agencies to honor our fallen heroes and support their families.

Before registering, please review the application requirements to be sure this ride is the right fit for you. Take a moment to look over the application form and see if this experience aligns with your passion, commitment, and dedication.

We look forward to the possibility of welcoming you into our incredible Brotherhood Ride community in 2026!

VIEW THE FORM HERE!

Support Crew Applications

2026 Applications are HERE!

We’re so excited that you’re interested in joining the Support Crew for the 2026 Tennessee Brotherhood Ride! This is sure to be an unforgettable experience, and we would love to have you as part of the team.

Please take a moment to review the form below and complete the application. Once it has been reviewed, we’ll be in touch with you regarding next steps.

We look forward to connecting with you and hopefully welcoming you to the Support Crew for this incredible 2026 ride!

VIEW THE FORM HERE!

What To Expect

  • General Information

    Jerseys, bike/equipment checks, and a safety briefing will be held.

    Departure is on the morning of June 12th, and we return on June 14th.

    The ride will cover over 300 miles in 2 days. (Route may change due to traffic or construction.)

    Expect hills and mountains in Tennessee—serious training is required.

    We’ll track your progress on Strava or Garmin.

    Group training rides will be available.

    Follow all guidelines and procedures.

    A minimum fundraising of $300 is required by April 30, 2025, through personal donations or sponsorship.

    Keep the executive board informed of any changes.

    Routes, times, and weather are subject to change.

    We will follow host site policies.

  • Safety

    Obey all traffic laws.

    Know your body: hydrate and rest before exhaustion.

    Stay together as a group.

    Hand signals will be covered at the safety briefing.

    Communicate between the front and back of the pack.

    The lead rider stays until support vehicles are in position for traffic control.

    The lead rider keeps the pack tight.

    Limit pull time and listen to your body.

    Maintain the line; communicate if you need to drop out. In double formation, stay near the shoulder.

    No eating while riding (we’ll have scheduled stops).

    No headphones or cell phones while riding.

    SAFETY FIRST!

    We ride 15-20 mph on flat terrain, so train to keep up.

  • What to Bring

    (2) Spare tire tubes

    (1) Spare tire

    Bike repair tools (pump, chain lube, tire tools, etc.)

    Toiletries

    Cell phone chargers

    Bike computer

    Police hat/Fire helmet for ceremonies

    Road bike (no triathlon bikes)

    Bike helmet

    Jersey

    Black padded cycling shorts

    Cycling shoes, gloves, and socks

    Sunglasses or clear glasses

    Rain gear

    Water bottles with your name

    Permanent marker for gear

    Chamois butter/body glide

    Pillow, sleeping bag, air mattress/cot

    Shower towel

    Sunscreen

    Ben-gay/Biofreeze/Flex-All

    Tylenol/Advil

    Change of clothes (casual workout style)

    Personal snacks, power bars, or drink additives

    Prescription meds

    Health insurance card

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Interested in joining us?

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